Foreplay Radio – Couples and Sex Therapy

Discover how secure sex can be thrilling and passionate, transcending the ordinary for extraordinary connections. Learn the key components of creating secure sexual attachment, such as repair, owning your actions, and showing appreciation. Find out how great lovers keep their sex life hot through the years with trust, vulnerability, and communication. Don't miss tips on enhancing intimacy and managing finances for a more satisfying relationship.

This episode is dedicated to Dr. Sue Johnson, the founder of EFT and a beloved mentor, teacher and friend. We remember her legacy and devotion to helping couples love better. George and Laurie have been heavily influenced by Sue's contributions to the field of couple therapy, moving treatment from a predominant focus on behavioral change to creating healthy attachments and secure, loving bonds. Join us today, to connect over this profound loss and to hear the stories and memories we have with Dr. Sue Johnson. You won't want to miss out on what she thought about George's driving skills! Thank you Sue for your incredible work in this field and for the influence, information, education and love you shared. You will be missed greatly!EFT Therapists! Laurie is coming to Chicago this month! Come join her!Please visit our great sponsors:Addyi.com -- an FDA-approved drug for certain per-menapausal women with low libido.Uberlube.com -- Laurie's favorite lubricant for the past 25 years! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome Foreplay listeners to another episode in our school of love series. Our residential relationship experts share with us the 4 things that stop progress and connection in relationships. The three A's abuse, addiction, affair and finally a partner not willing to take enough of a risk to re-connect. Join George and Laurie as they succinctly breakdown these roadblocks to connection and share what needs to happen first if any are present in your relationship. Our hosts remind us that safety in EFT is paramount and we can only get closer when there is a shared level of safety between partners. This episode is a must listen if you are facing any of these factors that may make connection impossible. Tune in today with an open mind and heart and another reminder that you are not alone!Check out our faithful sponsors (supporting them supports us!):Addyi.com -- A drug for women with low libido! Use the code 'Foreplay' for a $10 telemedicine consultation to see if Addyi is right for you.ForiaWellness.com/foreplay -- Foria has great products to enhance your sex life. Use the code 'Foreplay' for 20% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exploring a comprehensive list of topics for the best sex talk in relationships. From bodies to laughter, the importance of open communication and intimacy. Strategies for enhancing sexual connection and satisfaction. Emphasizing the role of past experiences and traumas in intimate relationships. Promotions for lubricant, personal finance, and low libido medication.

Learn how to start a conversation about your sex life with your partner and the importance of communication. Discover ways to gauge the status of your sex life beyond just frequency. Role play with George and Laurie will boost your confidence. Explore treatment options for low libido and ways to enhance intimacy through open communication.

George and Laurie explore how cultural influences shape our views on sex and relationships, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and creative thinking. They discuss expanding beyond dualistic thinking, the impact of diverse identities on sexuality, healthy meals and lubricant recommendations, healthy expressions of love, and setting boundaries in relationships.

Explore the impact of touch in family dynamics and the importance of understanding one's sexual history. Reflect on early experiences with touch, sexuality, and relationships. Learn how past experiences shape intimacy and communication with partners. Discover practical tools for enhancing intimacy and communication in relationships.

Learn about the essential questions to understand your partner's attachment history better, shaping how they approach relationships. Explore family dynamics, emotional processing, and vulnerability to create lasting change and deepen emotional connections.

Join George and Laurie as they delve into the complexities of a sexless marriage, offering empathetic advice and practical solutions. They discuss the importance of communication, seeking therapy, and reducing pressure in the relationship. Listen in for insights on navigating emotional blocks and gender differences in intimacy.

Learn about the 4 attachment styles influencing behaviors in relationships, how childhood impacts adult connections, and the importance of transitioning to secure attachments. Dive into secure attachment benefits, communication skills, and debunking myths about monogamy and sexuality. Explore anxious attachment characteristics, past influences, and challenges in fostering understanding within relationships.