Podcast Episodes

Inside the Mind of the Sexual Distancer

Episode 139

Adam is back in part two of our two-part series on resolving the demand-withdraw sexual cycle. Why does sex feel so much riskier to the distancer than the pursuer? Laurie and Adam give tips on how di…

Published on 7 years, 4 months ago

Inside the Mind of the Sexual Pursuer

Episode 138

What in the world are they thinking? Today's episode is the first of a two-part series about resolving the demand-withdraw sex cycle between partners. Laurie addresses the expectations of the "sexual…

Published on 7 years, 4 months ago

Special Guests: Anatomy of Marriage

Episode 137

We've got a special treat today! Seth and Melanie, from the Anatomy of Marriage podcast, share how they emerged from crisis in their marriage by developing tools for better communication, shedding sh…

Published on 7 years, 4 months ago

Self-care (for Men)

Episode 136

Guys need self-care too! Men tend to run on low batteries without knowing handy ways of taking care of their bodies and minds. Dr. Adam and Laurie deliver practical tips on how to be present with you…

Published on 7 years, 5 months ago

Daring to be Vulnerable

Episode 135

How to share your true-self with your partner. Laurie and Dr. Adam dive deep into what vulnerability really means for men (and women too). 

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Published on 7 years, 5 months ago

Premature Ejaculation

Episode 134

The easiest sexual problem to cure is often the most difficult to talk about. Dr. Adam and Laurie tackle the confusion and embarrassment associated with premature ejaculation. They offer help on addr…

Published on 7 years, 5 months ago

Mailbag: Listener Questions Answered

Episode 133

Laurie and Dr. Adam answer listener questions! A fiancé suddenly experiences attraction troubles, mental health, switching distancer and pursuer roles, and a question from a young woman about the scr…

Published on 7 years, 5 months ago

Sex Isn't Everything

Episode 132

Believe it or not sex isn't everything! A well-rounded relationship includes other aspects like shared aspirations, friendship and intimacy. Can you have a great relationship without good sex? Can yo…

Published on 7 years, 6 months ago

Friendships

Episode 131

How do friendships impact romantic relationships? Dr. Adam and Laurie discuss keeping your individuality while maintaining a strong bond with your spouse. How to talk about friendship boundaries, the…

Published on 7 years, 6 months ago

Getting Naked

Episode 130

Today's episode is all about nakedness. Why we grow to be self-conscious, positive self-talk and how getting naked in front of your partner builds intimacy and attachment. Shed the shame, shed the cl…

Published on 7 years, 6 months ago