141. The Secrets Of Desire, Arousal & Sexual Well-Being | With Dr. Rachel Rubin
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
Release Date: 08/30/2023
155. Amplifying Passion: How To Enhance Intimacy During The Holiday Season
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode, Alexandra Stockwell, MD, discusses the importance of navigating the holiday season in a way that nurtures and enhances intimacy and passion in your marriage. She shares two influential stories that highlight the challenges couples face and the impact it can have on your relationship. Alexandra offers insights and strategies for creating a more enjoyable and fulfilling holiday experience with your partner. She also invites listeners to join her free masterclass, "Holiday Passion: The Art of Uncompromising Intimacy Amidst Crazy Year-End Schedules and Seasonal Stress."...
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154. Build Lasting Love: A Millennial Couple’s Experience In The Aligned & Hot Marriage Program
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode, Alexandra Stockwell, MD, is joined by two awesome humans. It’s a young millennial couple, with a great relationship, who chose to enroll in the Aligned and Hot Marriage program to support them in building lasting love. This couple's bond was strong before we met, but they wanted more tools to cultivate a deeper emotional connection, and to be able to navigate their disagreements with more care. Through participating in the program, they discovered deeper layers of vulnerability and enjoyed more open communication than ever before. Along the way they transformed their...
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153. From Burnout and Disconnection to the Fulfillment of Dreams And Desires With Dr. Weili Gray
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode, Alexandra Stockwell, MD talks with Dr. Weili Gray about her realization that tomorrow isn’t promised, an insight which arose while grieving her father. She subsequently decided to make each day count and began crossing things off her bucket list, which has had an incredible, positive impact on her marriage and family life. Dr. Gray shares how she transformed her day to day life from burnout and passionless routines to one filled with excitement and fulfillment, including multiple international trips and other adventures. They also explore the vital message of embracing...
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152. Sensual Secrets Of Daily Life: Embracing Everyday Eroticism
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode of The Intimate Marriage Podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD discusses the concept of everyday eroticism and how it can transform a relationship. She shares her personal journey of discovering the importance of integrating erotic energy into all aspects of life, not just during sexual encounters. Alexandra emphasizes the need for couples to tap into the reservoir of erotic fulfillment and create a deep connection that extends beyond the bedroom. She explains that everyday eroticism is about feeling whole, integrated, and alive in all aspects of oneself, including your erotic...
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151. The Art Of Anticipation: Unboxing Lovehoney's Advent Calendar w/ Sarah Tomchesson
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode of The Intimate Marriage Podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD is joined by Sarah Tomchesson, the resident sexual wellness advisor for Lovehoney, maker of sex toys and related products. They discuss the Lovehoney Advent calendars, which contain a variety of sex toys and accessories for couples to explore and enhance their intimacy–they can be opened one day at a time, or all at once. The calendars are designed to build anticipation and offer a range of products for both sex toy newbies and experienced users. Sarah emphasizes the importance of open communication and consent...
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150. Money And Intimacy: How To Create A Passionate Relationship Through Financial Transparency w/ Barbara Huson
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
In this episode of The Intimate Marriage Podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD, is joined by Barbara Huson to discuss the connection between money and intimacy in relationships. They discuss the importance of financial conversations in marriages, the role of power dynamics in money issues, and how to deepen intimacy through shared financial decision-making. Barbara shares her personal journey of overcoming financial challenges and offers practical tips for couples to improve their financial communication and understanding. Also in this episode: Money challenges in relationships are often about...
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149. Secrets Of An Intimate Marriage: The Four-Step Process Of Dealing With Loneliness In A Relationship
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
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...
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148. The 80/80 Marriage: A Radical Approach to Relationship Bliss | w/ Nate And Kaley Klemp
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
Alexandra Stockwell, MD is joined by Nate and Kaley Klemp, authors of "The 80/80 Marriage" to discuss their journey from a failing relationship to a thriving partnership. They challenge the idea of fairness in marriage and introduce "radical generosity" instead. This episode emphasizes intention, contribution, appreciation, and open communication as foundations for a healthy and sexually satisfying relationship. Listeners gain insights into overcoming resentment, fostering deeper connections, and redefining marriage dynamics. The contagious nature of mindset in the context of...
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147. Sex As A Litmus Test: What Sexual Chemistry And Emotional Intimacy Reveal About Your Relationship
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
Alexandra Stockwell, MD explores how sex acts as a litmus test for relationships and how your sexual chemistry reveals deeper truths about your emotional connection. No matter how good a relationship seems, when sex falls short, or is lacking, it's often a sign of underlying issues. Alexandra shares that, most of the time, improving emotional intimacy can naturally reignite passion. This episode challenges you to embrace the importance of emotional connection and offers guidance on how to communicate with your partner about your desires and needs. It's an invitation to seek more, increase...
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146. An Aligned & Hot Marriage Thrives While Navigating The Effects Of Trauma | with Doctors Emma & Derek Andre
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD
Alexandra Stockwell, MD is joined by former clients Drs. Derek and Emma Andre. They share their emotional journey through unimaginable life circumstances and describe the profound ways couples coaching with Alexandra served them years after they finished working with her. Derek and Emma's challenges, involving terminal cancer, unanticipated moves, and murder, highlight the strength of their bond and their capacity to be present with and for one another. They attribute their transformation, from loving but somewhat misaligned to deeply connected and gratified partners, to relationship...
info_outlineAlexandra 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
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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!
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The Intimate Marriage Podcast, With Intimacy Coach, Alexandra Stockwell, MD