Episode 31 - From House On Fire To Burning Desire - With Sex Therapist Julie Elizabeth

In this episode Glenn and Julie (Marriage, Trauma & Sex Therapist) dive into how to recognize problems in your intimate relationship that's leading to your house being on fire...
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Meet and Follow Julie:
Website: https://vibrancerelationshiptherapy.com/ 

Email: julie@vibrancerelationshiptherapy.com

IG: @julieb_livefree

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Bio: Julie is a licensed sex and relationship therapist, published author, Goddess Yoga instructor, and embodiment coach who helps individuals and couples replace ineffective patterns that reinforce disconnection with practical strategies to create deeply fulfilling connection and intimacy with themselves and each other. 

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Mentioned in the episode 30, men think they want less arguing and more sex (intimacy) but this episode takes this topic multiple layers deep to understand one another so you can reignite the passions and desires in your relationship with your spouse...

Here's a break down of the episode:

Relationship growth through uncomfortable conversations @ 20:26
Glenn emphasized that developing the ability to have uncomfortable conversations is key to understanding a partner and strengthening intimacy. While men often avoid such talks, embracing vulnerability can help overcome disconnect and deepen bonds.

Safety and vulnerability in female
Julie explained how crucial safety feels for women in intimate situations due to social factors and past experiences. Developing self-trust through solo practice can help, yet partnered intimacy requires presence, consent and care from both to establish comfort.

Emotional availability and presence in intimacy @ 54:01
Julie highlighted the mental and emotional elements of female arousal. Quality intimacy demands presence on multiple levels, yet distraction or disconnection hinders fulfillment for all. Conscious check-ins can reestablish closeness when lapses occur.

Addressing intimacy issues through self-work @ 59:00
Julie advised that while medication may affect libido, underlying relationship issues usually require individual reflection and growth too. Radical responsibility involves better understanding oneself and one's role in patterns to empower positive change.

Mental health medications and intimacy @ 1:18:15
While medications could impact intimacy, open communication and prioritizing connection through alternative means allows fulfilling partnership despite challenges. Focusing on emotional rather than only physical intimacy aids working through such difficulties together.

Duty versus authentic intimacy
Glenn and Julie agreed duty has no place in a healthy relationship. Consent, presence and mutual fulfillment distinguish genuine closeness from obligation. Prioritizing quality time regularly helps prevent intimacy issues arising from disconnect.

Relationship growth and disconnection over time @ 1:29:50
Julie warned stagnation risks over familiarity, responsibility and life transitions. Continually learning about oneself and one's partner through shared experiences and play keeps relationships fresh and thriving as individuals naturally evolve.

Expanding intimacy beyond
Glenn resolved to reframe intimacy more broadly. Qu