Ep 25: 6 Questions for increasing intimacy

In this insightful episode of *Relatable* Colter, Cayla, and Lauren delve into the nuances of building and maintaining intimacy in long-term relationships. They tackle tough but essential questions to ask partners, emphasizing the importance of asking for and being prepared to hear honest feedback.

 

 

1. **The Importance of Honest Feedback:**

   - Understanding and addressing the unique struggles of each partner.

   - Preparing oneself to hear and process honest feedback constructively.

 

2. **Improving Relationship Understanding:**

   - Questions to ask for better understanding and improving relational dynamics.

   - Lauren’s personal inquiry about her behavior when stressed, showcasing openness and vulnerability.

 

3. **Personal Stories and Struggles:**

   - Lauren, Colter, and Cayla share their personal experiences related to being parents, workers, and partners.

   - Colter and Lauren discuss navigating new family dynamics with grace.

 

4. **Timing and Setting the Stage:**

   - Finding uninterrupted time and setting the stage for deep conversations.

   - Suggestions for planning conversations carefully to avoid disappointment.

 

5. **Recognizing Relationship Strengths:**

   - Highlighting strengths in a relationship brings hope during hard seasons.

   - Starting conversations with a focus on strengths to build intimacy.

 

6. **Balancing Mystery and Security:**

   - Maintaining intimacy in a long-term relationship by balancing mystery and security.

   - Emotional intimacy as a foundation for sexual intimacy.

 

7. **Practical Questions for Building Intimacy:**

   - Six actionable questions aimed at improving relational intimacy.

   - Specific examples and personal anecdotes from the hosts on how these questions have been beneficial.

 

8. **Acts of Service and Appreciation:**

   - Cayla sharing gratitude for her partner’s acts of service.

   - Emphasizing the importance of recognizing and appreciating everyday efforts.

 

9. **Activity-Focused Intimacy:**

   - Importance of intentionally planning shared activities to bring couples closer.

   - Lauren’s story of feeling connected through shared activities suggested by her partner.

 

Interested in More??

- Teaser for the *Thriving Couples Workshop* led by Lauren and Cayla.

- Special guest Rachel Thomas to discuss emotionally focused therapy in next week’s episode.

 

- Have a question about intimacy or relationships? Send your questions to contact@thrivetherapyphx.com for a chance to be featured in an upcoming episode!