In this conversation, Susan Taylor and Ally Iseman explore the complexities of open relationships, discussing how they can be viewed as both a lifestyle choice and an orientation. Ally shares her personal journey with compersion, the joy derived from a partner's happiness with others, and how jealousy can be reframed as a tool for growth. They emphasize the importance of communication skills, the distinction between boundaries, rules, and agreements, and how these concepts apply to all types of relationships, not just non-monogamous ones. mismatched desires can be addressed.

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• Music: "In the Back Room" and "Patched In" by Blue Dot Sessions
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In today's episode, intimacy expert Alexandra Stockwell, MD, discusses the misconceptions surrounding compromise in relationships. Susan Morgan Taylor and Alexandra Stockwell explore the dynamics of relationships, focusing on the distinction between compromise and sacrifice, the myth of mismatched libido, and the importance of personal growth within intimate partnerships. They emphasize the need for clear communication, empowerment of women to express their desires, and the significance of nurturing passion in long-term relationships. The discussion highlights that relationships serve as a vehicle for personal evolution and that both partners must actively engage in understanding and fulfilling each other's needs.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Uncompromising Intimacy

02:57 Alexandra's Journey to Intimacy Coaching

09:02 The Intersection of Medicine and Intimacy Coaching

18:00 Rethinking Compromise in Relationships

27:12 Understanding Compromise vs. Sacrifice

29:51 The Evolutionary Perspective in Relationships

32:14 Debunking the Mismatched Libido Myth

39:35 Empowering Women in Relationship Dynamics

43:46 Secrets to Keeping Passion Alive in Long-Term Relationships

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The Connection Code FREE monthly masterclass: Learn the 3 causes of mismatched libido and the 5 keys to getting back on the same page in sex and intimacy for good.

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Free eBook: The Pleasure Keys: 3 Secrets to deepen connection, expand orgasmic potential, and create mutual intimate fulfillment. Get your copy at https://www.PleasureKeys.com

The Pleasure Keys Couples Immersion Retreats are held several times per year. A 3 day 4 night game changing experience for couples in committed relationships to get back on the same page in sex and intimacy for the long term. More info at https://www.PleasureKeysRetreat.com

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Join me today for a juicy conversation with, Shauna Stewart, Certified Embodied Intimacy and Relationship Coach and founder of the Linger Boutique. Shauna shares her transformative journey from a high-achieving career to embracing pleasure and intimacy. We explore the importance of creating spaces for women's pleasure, the role of education and community in overcoming shame, and the significance of receiving in enhancing relationships. Shauna shows us how to redefine pleasure beyond sexuality, the necessity of communication in intimate experiences, and the upcoming 'Receive' retreat in Tuscany, aimed at helping women reconnect with their bodies and cultivate joy in their lives.

00:00 Introduction to Pleasure and Connection

01:14 Shauna's Journey to Embracing Pleasure

05:34 Reclaiming Intimacy in Relationships

10:46 Creating a Sensual Space

12:29 The Birth of Linger Boutique

15:03 Defining Pleasure Beyond the Bedroom

17:42 Overcoming Shame and Unworthiness

20:21 The Importance of Receiving Pleasure

21:47 Reframing Sexuality for Women

24:36 The Importance of Solo Play

25:58 Redefining Women's Sexuality

27:52 The Role of Obligation in Sexual Relationships

29:26 Learning to Receive

30:43 Communication and Clarity in Intimacy

32:06 Anticipation and Pleasure

33:30 The 'Receive' Retreat in Tuscany

37:00 Balancing Productivity and Pleasure

40:16 The Power of Rest and Pleasure

42:48 Pleasure as a Superpower

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https://lingerintuscany.my.canva.site/

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Keywords: pleasure, intimacy, sexuality, self-discovery, relationships, women's empowerment, education, community, receiving, healing