The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD

Barbara Huson, financial expert, discusses the connection between money and intimacy in relationships. They explore the role of power dynamics in money issues, share practical tips for financial communication, and emphasize the importance of financial education and shared decision-making. They also discuss strategies like having 'money dates' and recommend insightful books for empowering listeners on their financial journey.

In this episode of Intimate Marriage Podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD, addresses the issue of loneliness within relationships, especially in marriages. She acknowledges that feeling lonely in a relationship is more common than one might think, even in seemingly successful and happy marriages.  This episode emphasizes the importance of recognizing and exploring loneliness and fostering curiosity and vulnerability within the relationship in order to bridge the gap between feeling unseen and disconnected, and cherished and respected. Alexandra provides a four-step process for transforming loneliness into connection, in order to enjoy a more fulfilling and intimate marriage.   Also in this episode: Intimacy and relationships with a focus on feeling fully alive. Relationship loneliness can stem from a lack of emotional connection and feeling unseen or unheard. How to acknowledge and explore loneliness to transform it into a positive feeling. Exploring loneliness through journaling and curious questions to a spouse. The best way to invest time and resources for profound results in marriage.   Subscribe To The Intimate Marriage Podcast: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With Alexandra Stockwell, MD: Website | Linkedin | Instagram   Get your copy of “Uncompromising Intimacy” by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here: https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra’s bestselling book, “Uncompromising Intimacy,” here:  https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra’s proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully:  www.alignedhotmarriage.com Join Dr. Alexandra’s email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights and opportunities to learn with her:  https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe   About Alexandra Stockwell, MD Known as “The Intimacy Doctor,” Alexandra Stockwell, MD is a Relationship and Intimacy Coach and an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching ambitious, successful couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships. She is the bestselling author of “Uncompromising Intimacy,” host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast and creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program.  For over two decades, she’s been guiding men and women to bring pleasure and purpose into all aspects of life— from the daily grind of running a household to creating ecstatic experiences in the bedroom—all while maintaining extraordinary professional success!   This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By:  Simplified Impact The Intimate Marriage Podcast, With Intimacy Coach, Alexandra Stockwell, MD

Nate and Kaley Klemp, authors of 'The 80/80 Marriage', discuss their journey from failing to thriving relationship. They challenge fairness in marriage, emphasize radical generosity, intention, appreciation, and open communication. Insights on overcoming resentment, fostering deeper connections, and redefining marriage dynamics are shared. Role-swap experiments and transforming marriage into '80/80' partnership are explored. Fairy tale to struggle, prolonged difficulty, and healthy marriage are discussed. Importance of intention, generosity, and creating fulfilling relationships highlighted.

Dr. Alexandra Stockwell explores how sex acts as a litmus test for relationships. Improving emotional intimacy can reignite passion. Enhancing the emotional connection is the first step in addressing sex issues. A satisfying sex life is a sign of a healthy marriage. Toleration vs. true intimacy in a relationship.

Former clients Drs. Derek and Emma Andre share their unimaginable life circumstances involving terminal cancer, unanticipated moves, and murder. They discuss the profound impact of couples coaching and prioritize growth. They also emphasize the power of community, the importance of choice in relationships, and the transformative role of psychedelic medicine. Their beautiful flourishing relationship serves as a testament to love and resilience.

Marriage expert Alexandra Stockwell, MD, and her husband Dr. Rodd Stockwell discuss the art of problem-solving in marriage. They emphasize the importance of different communication types, emotional alignment, and working together as a team. They also highlight the challenges of miscommunication and false expectations in relationships. Learn how effective communication and problem-solving can enhance connection in your marriage.

Julianne Vaccaro, somatic sexologist and spiritual guide, joins Alexandra Stockwell, MD to discuss the erotic blueprints and their impact on pleasure and intimacy. They explore different types of blueprints, from energetic to sensual, and delve into the world of kink, emphasizing its healing potential beyond BDSM. They also touch on the power of consent and the blending of hot and cold sensations during sexual experiences. Get ready for an inspiring and transformative episode on unlocking your erotic power.

Alexandra Stockwell, MD, is joined by Tricia Brouk for an honest conversation about the often misunderstood topic of menopause. The conversation is inspired by and centered around their journey co-authoring "The Invitation: Vital Conversations About Menopause," their new book published on September 13, 2023.  Together, Alexandra and Tricia challenge menopause stereotypes, emphasizing the unique and positive potential of each woman in this phase of life. They address the lack of open discussions about menopause and invite both women and men to join this crucial conversation. Reflecting on their collaboration, they stress the importance of an authentic exploration of menopause's diverse experiences. Ultimately, this episode is an invitation to reshape the narrative around menopause, fostering understanding, empowerment, and connection for women and their partners. Also in this episode:  Menopause is an inevitable part of a woman's life, but it doesn't have to be a negative or horrific experience as society sometimes portrays it. Conversations about menopause should be open and inclusive, involving not only women but also their partners and loved ones. Creating a warm and inviting space for discussion is crucial to destigmatize menopause and empower individuals to share their experiences. How interested and responsive men have been about a book on menopause; it's turning out to be an inclusive resource for everyone. Every person going through menopause is the ultimate authority on their own experience. The book "The Invitation: Vital Conversations About Menopause" encourages vital and intimate conversations about menopause, aiming to create connections, expand sexual understanding, and promote a more intimate marriage. Purchase “The Invitation: Vital Conversations About Menopause” here: https://a.co/d/8FpGwZI   About “The Invitation: Vital Conversations About Menopause”:  Whether you’re a woman in the midst of menopause, anticipating it, or close to someone who is, you are invited to join a candid, provocative conversation in a safe space where all experiences are honored.  “The Invitation” is an expansive, meaningful dialogue between two friends that unfolds organically as the authors discuss the nuances of their individual experiences, challenge widely held social constructs, and give rise to empowering new perspectives on the menopause paradigm.  Chapters explore physical manifestations of menopause, sex and intimacy, marriage through the lens of menopause, and how menopause impacts women at work—a topic for which an expert joins the conversation to enlighten readers about both challenges and solutions for female employees going through menopause.  There are also important contributions from three women with diverse backgrounds who share their heartbreaking and poignant personal journeys of feeling abandoned by the medical system and betrayed by their own bodies.  "The Invitation” is not about medical treatments or behavioral solutions. It’s about creating a collective sisterhood; engaging in open, honest dialogue; and validating and empowering one another to embody a different and more inspiring relationship with menopause.   Subscribe To The Intimate Marriage Podcast: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With Alexandra Stockwell, MD: Website | Linkedin | Instagram  

Alexandra Stockwell, MD, shares heartfelt stories of couples she's coached and her thoughts on what makes a marriage last. From reigniting intimacy in a 21-year marriage to a couple's transformative journey after 27 years, these narratives inspire and inform. Alexandra encourages listeners to reflect on their own marital culture and emphasizes the importance of making a deliberate effort to foster a positive relationship within a marriage and within a family. She also provides insights and strategies to maintain focus and intentionality in long-lasting marriages, ways to reignite the spark and engage in the foundational conversations often left unspoken. Dive into the world of authentic, lasting love and learn to enrich your own relationship in this enlightening episode. Also in this episode:  Long-lasting marriages succeed when at least one partner is willing to stand for the marriage when things get tough Unspoken truths create a lack of intimacy and diminished sexual connection Some couples go through a process of reconfiguring their marriage so it better aligns with their new desires and values The need to pay attention and be deliberate with one another Couples wanting a more fulfilling partnership need to invest attention and intention into their relationship   The Invitation: Vital Conversations about Menopause: https://a.co/d/6KXAqAy Subscribe To The Intimate Marriage Podcast: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With Alexandra Stockwell, MD: Website | Linkedin | Instagram   Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra’s bestselling book, “Uncompromising Intimacy,” here: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra’s proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully. www.alignedhotmarriage.com Join my email list to stay connected–it’s where I share my latest insights and offer opportunities for live Q & A. https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe   About Alexandra Stockwell, MD Known as “The Intimacy Doctor,” Alexandra Stockwell, MD is a Relationship and Intimacy Coach and an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching ambitious, successful couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships. She is the bestselling author of “Uncompromising Intimacy,” host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast and creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program.  For over two decades, she’s been guiding men and women to bring pleasure and purpose into all aspects of life— from the daily grind of running a household to creating ecstatic experiences in the bedroom—all while maintaining extraordinary professional success!   This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By:  Simplified Impact   The Intimate Marriage Podcast, With Intimacy Coach, Alexandra Stockwell, MD  

Alexandra Stockwell, MD, is joined by Dr. Rachel Rubin, a renowned urologist and sexual medicine specialist, to discuss sexual medicine, as well as the art/science driving sexual desire. Dr. Rubin emphasizes the vital importance of a biopsychosocial approach to sexual medicine, highlighting the significance of understanding a patient's background and their goals for enhancing their quality of life. She defines sexual medicine, discusses when to seek help and addresses issues like low desire and arousal. Dr. Rubin recommends various treatment options, including the use of devices (ie. vibrators) for enhancing intimacy. The conversation takes a personal turn as she shares she’s happily married with a supportive partner.  Also in this episode: How do you define sexual medicine? Why Dr. Rubin considers herself a sex detective Low desire is a common problem for both men and women  Why it’s important to ask patients about libido, masturbation techniques, cultural and religious issues, and childhood trauma Erectile dysfunction is a marker for cardiovascular disease in men and women Where to find more information about sexual health products How our personal experiences influence our practice of medicine About Dr. Rachel Rubin: Dr. Rachel Rubin is a board-certified urologist and sexual medicine specialist. She is an assistant clinical professor of Urology at Georgetown University and owns her private practice in the Washington DC region. She is one of only a handful of physicians fellowship trained in both male and female sexual medicine. Dr. Rubin is a clinician, researcher, and vocal educator in the field of sexual medicine. She completed her medical and undergraduate training at Tufts University, her urology training at Georgetown University, and her fellowship training under Dr. Irwin Goldstein in San Diego. In addition to being the education chair for the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health (ISSWSH), she also serves as an Associate Editor for the Journal Sexual Medicine Reviews. Her work has been featured in the NYT, PBS and NPR. Connect With Dr. Rachel Rubin Rachelrubinmd.com | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Threads Links mentioned in the episode: Promescent Devices |  Mystery Vibe    Subscribe To The Intimate Marriage Podcast: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With Alexandra Stockwell, MD: Website | Linkedin | Instagram   Download the first chapter of Dr. Alexandra’s bestselling book, “Uncompromising Intimacy,” here: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra’s proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully. www.alignedhotmarriage.com Join my email list to stay connected–it’s where I share my latest insights and offer opportunities for live Q & A. https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe   About Alexandra Stockwell, MD Known as “The Intimacy Doctor,” Alexandra Stockwell, MD is a Relationship and Intimacy Coach and an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching ambitious, successful couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships. She is the bestselling author of “Uncompromising Intimacy,” host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast and creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program.  For over two decades, she’s been guiding men and women to bring pleasure and purpose into all aspects of life— from the daily grind of running a household to creating ecstatic experiences in the bedroom—all while maintaining extraordinary professional success!   This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By:  Simplified Impact   The Intimate Marriage Podcast, With Intimacy Coach, Alexandra Stockwell, MD