59. How to Have a Happy Relationship
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
Release Date: 01/18/2022
182. Unlocking Intimacy: How Quality Sleep Enhances Relationships with Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode of the Intimate Marriage Podcast, Dr. Alexandra Stockwell, MD, invites sleep specialist Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown to delve into the intricate connections between sleep and the quality of your marriage. The conversation centers on how quality sleep enhances relationships by directly impacting communication, emotional closeness, and the sexual vitality of couples. They discuss exhaustion as a common culprit behind strained communication and dwindling sexual intimacy. Dr. Funke emphasizes the profound difference quality sleep can make in our interactions, overall well-being, mental...
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181. Man to Man Talk: How to Support Your Ambitious Wife and Find Your Place in the Relationship
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode of the Intimate Marriage Podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD, interviews her husband, Rodd Stockwell, MD, and Victor Mangona, MD. Together with Victor’s wife, Kate Mangona, MD, they have an honest and open discussion about how to support an ambitious wife. The men share the nuanced (and rarely articulated) experience of being married to a driven, ambitious, and growth-oriented woman–the challenges and the gratifications. Rodd and Victor share their thought processes, including initial skepticism and eventual support they’ve felt while navigating their wives' forays into...
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180. REIGNITE YOUR MARRIAGE IN THE EMPTY NEST: Intimacy and Growth with Dr Alexandra and Dr Rodd Stockwell
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode of the Intimate Marriage Podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD, is joined by her husband, Rodd Stockwell, MD, to discuss empty nesting and its impact on their marriage. They reflect on a pivotal moment when Rodd expressed concern about what their relationship would look like once their children left home and they had more time with one another. Dr Alexandra expresses how this concern functioned as a catalyst for her to wake up and work on her marriage, eventually leading to her professional evolution and ongoing dedication to coaching couples toward deeper intimacy and strategies to...
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179. THE ART OF PASSION: Emotional Intimacy And The Secrets Of Fulfilling Sex with Jodie Milton and Reece Stockhausen
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode of the Intimate Marriage podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD is joined by relationship and intimacy coaches, Jodie Milton and Reece Stockhausen to discuss emotional intimacy and the way they see relational happiness as rooted in emotional, not just physical, fulfillment. The discussion dives into the essence of passionate sex, debunking common myths perpetuated by culture and the media. They explore the intricate dance of intimacy and passion beyond surface level interactions, focusing on the emotional and sensual connection that results in fulfilling sexual experiences. Also in...
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178. From Mundane to Sensational: Transforming Everyday Experiences into Pleasurable Moments
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode of the Intimate Marriage podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD talks about transforming everyday experiences into pleasurable moments. She explores the nuanced world of delight and pleasure within relationship, offering actionable insights for couples wanting to enhance emotional, sensual, and erotic intimacy. Dr. Alexandra makes distinctions in the best ways to pursue more pleasure when it comes to men versus women. She shares practical tips on how to incorporate sensual awareness into your daily life and how to enhance connection with your partner. Also in this episode: ...
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177. Take It Beyond the Bedroom: Healing Together Through Creating Intimate Connection after Infertility and other Hardships
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode of the Intimate Marriage podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD explores the vital role of intimate connection, when navigating struggles couples commonly encounter in their sexual relationship, particularly after facing significant life challenges such as infertility and loss. Offering gentle, compassionate guidance, she describes effective methods to recreate emotional, sensual, and erotic intimacy. Dr. Alexandra discusses the challenges faced by couples when they experience disconnection during erotic intimacy. It often leads to functional sex rather than pleasure-driven passion....
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176. The Pleasure Principle: Dr. Alexandra on Cultivating Passion and Wholeness in Relationships with Tilly Storm
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode of the Intimate Marriage podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD and Tilly Storm, focus on the pleasure principle as they explore ways to foster passionate relationships and venture into new dimensions of erotic intimacy. Tilly has extensive expertise in women’s sexuality and guides couples to renew the spark and access more pleasure in their intimate lives. The two of them discuss "wholeness" as an essential ingredient for pleasure, ways to foster pleasure-positive attitudes in children, and marital challenges such as sexual incompatibility and how to talk about it. ...
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175. How to Nurture Passionate Relationships
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode of the Intimate Marriage podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD discusses important considerations when it comes to creating fulfilling and passionate relationships. Dr. Alexandra describes how embracing failure and personal growth play pivotal roles in deepening marital connection. She emphasizes the value of learning from both failures and 'near wins' to achieve mastery. By analyzing potentially frustrating moments with curiosity and compassion, couples can reach new heights of intimacy and fulfillment. Also in this episode: Embracing and learning from failures...
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174. Achieving Peak Performance in Life & Love, with Dr. Ann Tsung
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode of the Intimate Marriage podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD is joined by Dr. Ann Tsung for a deep dive into the art and science of achieving peak performance, in both our professional lives and our personal lives. The conversation transcends traditional concepts of peak performance, expanding into a more holistic approach to living optimally. The discussion explores the importance of enjoying moments of passion and connection with a spouse while maintaining momentum and advancement in a career. Such a balance requires aligning effort with the level of significance you give to...
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173. Unlocking Passion: How Confidence Shapes Success in Love and Life - Expert Advice from Dr Alexandra Stockwell
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode of the Intimate Marriage podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD dives into confidence and how it shapes success in love and life. She sheds light on the crucial role of self-confidence and how attractive it is within intimate relationships, and more specifically, how it plays out among ambitious, educated couples. Dr Alexandra explores the common scenario where one partner craves more from their relationship while the other seems content with the status quo. She provides guidance on how to reignite passion and cultivate a deeper sense of self-worth, emphasizing the magnetic...
info_outlineToday’s episode of The Intimate Marriage Podcast marks the end of Season 1. As I look back at the richness of the season, it’s clear that there is no specific formula for a happy marriage. Each couple that I interviewed shared different things that contribute to their happiness. It’s a creative process unique to the individuals involved in terms of how they pursue and cultivate more joy, more pleasure, more connection, and more self-expression in their relationship. Listen as I highlight key moments from Season 1 and look ahead to Season 2!
IN THIS EPISODE:
- [01:15] The rules, or lack thereof, for happy and unhappy families
- [04:06] Analogy: Teaching someone to fish and creating a fantastic marriage
- [06:58] Key takeaways from Season 1 couples
- [08:18] Taking risks in your relationship and tracking relationship goals
- [11:30] The connection between vulnerability and stress in marriage, and the importance of getting your children’s perspective about marriage and family
- [16:08] Prioritizing your partner’s experience and finding success in life and marriage despite the chaos around your
- [19:42] Reflection and looking forward to Season 2
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- There is no specific formula for a happy and growing relationship. It's a creative process and unique to the individuals. It is intrinsically motivated and having a happy family is really a unique achievement.
- How we handle our money, especially in interacting with our spouse, is heavily influenced by emotional content that may not be completely clear to each other. It may feel obvious to us, but when you actually express it to your partner, it will ease miscommunication and frustration.
- You can totally love and support your spouse without being interested in the things that they are interested in.
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