
Libido Mismatch
Posted: May 4, 2023
The old joke is a nymphomaniac is anyone that has more sex than the therapist. A mismatch in libidos is not fun on either side. The higher libido partner often struggles with feelings of rejection, not being good enough, or weakening self identity. The lower…
Daily Check In
Posted: April 17, 2023
As a positive daily practice, especially as changes are happening, it can be helpful to check in with yourself and keep some data points on how you are doing. Here’s a simple one. Instructions Emotion word of the day It can’t be a word that…
Miracle Question
Posted: April 5, 2023
This exercise comes from an approach called Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT for those in a rush). The intent is to help people explore their own goals, identify challenges, identify personal feelings, and begin to work on a blueprint for treatment. Because we are not…
Factors of Great Sex
Posted: April 4, 2023
The factors that make sex great are: Presence Connection Deep sexual / erotic intimacy According to research 50% of people have kink / fetish fantasies, 30% indulge. For those with such wants / needs, they are often highly connected with life and relationship satisfaction. Extraordinary…
RADAR
Posted: April 4, 2023
Pulled and heavily adapted from the Multiamory Podcast, this is akin to a business meeting for relationships. Many aspects are very similar to Gottman interventions and are linked throughout. Instructions Remember, tools are only helpful if you use them! – Ground Rules for Healthy Conflict…