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Conversations with Dr. Jennifer

Help! I'm Not Attracted to My Spouse!

Jun 11, 2024
Dr. Finlayson-Fife discusses the loss of attraction in marriage due to habituation, boredom, and resentment, and offers advice on fostering attraction through gratitude, appreciation, and novelty. Topics include handling self-destructive habits, disappointment in appearance, unappealing personalities, and apathy towards health/hygiene.
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  • Understanding the impact of habits and resentment on attraction in marriages.
  • Emphasizing the importance of gratitude and genuine connection to sustain attraction in relationships.

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Importance of Attraction in Marriage

Attraction plays a pivotal role in thriving and intimate marriages. The podcast highlights how partners may not always feel attracted due to various reasons such as boredom, resentment, and lack of novelty. The discussion emphasizes on acknowledging and understanding the complexities of attraction within long-term relationships, focusing on maintaining intimacy and desire.

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