In this episode of the Intimate Marriage Podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD, discusses the importance of the brain in sexual pleasure and intimacy. She emphasizes it’s the most important organ for sexual pleasure, as it determines how we think about sex and where we focus our attention during sexual experiences. Alexandra provides practical tips to bring the mind back into the present moment during sex, such as focusing on the breath and putting attention on your body.   Also in this episode:  Slow down and connect with your partner to enhance intimacy and sync up during sexual experiences. Communicate your desires and make requests respectfully and simply. For optimal pleasure and connection, shift from the vigilant state of the sympathetic nervous system to the relaxation of the parasympathetic nervous system.    Subscribe To The Intimate Marriage Podcast:  Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify   Connect With Alexandra Stockwell, MD: Website | Linkedin | Instagram   Get your copy of “Uncompromising Intimacy” by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here:  https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl  Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra’s bestselling book, “Uncompromising Intimacy,” here:   https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra’s proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully:   www.alignedhotmarriage.com Join Dr. Alexandra’s email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights and opportunities to learn with her:   https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe   About Alexandra Stockwell, MD Known as “The Intimacy Doctor,” Alexandra Stockwell, MD is a Relationship and Intimacy Coach and an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching ambitious, successful couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships. She is the bestselling author of “Uncompromising Intimacy,” host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast and creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program.   For over two decades, she’s been guiding men and women to bring pleasure and purpose into all aspects of life— from the daily grind of running a household to creating ecstatic experiences in the bedroom—all while maintaining extraordinary professional success!   This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By:  Simplified Impact

159. The Joy of Slowing Down: Exploring the Power of Gentle Touch

Hot sex and deep, nuanced connection for smart, successful couples.

In the context of a committed marriage, everything that isn’t sex functions as foreplay, because every interaction either brings you closer together or pushes you farther apart.  

Welcome to "The Intimate Marriage Podcast," the podcast where we explore the secrets to cultivating passionate and intimate relationships. I'm your host, Dr. Alexandra Stockwell, aka "The Intimacy Doctor," an experienced intimacy coach and marriage expert.

In every committed marriage, intimacy and connection are the foundation for a fulfilling relationship. Join me as we delve into how small shifts, and being uncompromising in your daily interactions can lead to profound and nourishing physical/ emotional intimacy.

During each episode, we'll explore topics such as sexual intimacy, emotional awareness, and building an intimate connection that feels comfortable and authentic for you and your partner. I'll share practical advice and strategies to help you unlock the full potential of your relationship.

Intimacy coaching works wonders for smart and successful couples who are ready to embrace a deeper level of connection. By implementing these principles you'll learn how to create a relationship that is aligned, passionate, and fulfilling.

But that's not all—I've also written a bestselling book called "Uncompromising Intimacy," and you can download the first chapter for free to get a taste of the insights and wisdom I share.

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Download the first chapter of my bestselling book, “Uncompromising Intimacy,” here: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book

If you're ready to take your intimacy skills to the next level, I invite you to explore my Aligned & Hot Marriage program. It's designed specifically for couples who refuse to settle for anything less than extraordinary love and connection. Visit www.alignedhotmarriage.com to learn more.

Join my email list to stay connected—it’s where I shares my latest insights and offers opportunities for live Q & A: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe

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As "The Intimacy Doctor," I've helped countless couples transform their relationships and create a life filled with passion, purpose, and deep satisfaction. With over two decades of experience, I believe that true intimacy and success stem from being unapologetically yourself. Together, let's uncover the secrets to a juicy, nourishing, and intimate marriage.

You may have seen me featured in reputable publications such as the Huffington Post, Rolling Stone, USAToday, Cosmopolitan, and Business Insider. Thriveglobal, mindbodygreen, FOX NEWS NYC, and Disruptors Magazine have also recognized me as one of "30 Inspiring Women to Watch in 2022."

So, get ready to ignite the flames of desire and discover the path to an extraordinary intimate connection. Tune in to "Hot Sex and Deep Connection" with Dr. Alexandra Stockwell, and let's embark on this transformative journey together.

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An intimacy coach is a trained professional who specializes in helping individuals and couples cultivate deeper connections and enhance their intimate relationships. The role of an intimacy coach is to guide and support their clients in exploring various aspects of intimacy, including emotional, physical, and sexual intimacy.

Intimacy coaches create a safe and non-judgmental space for their clients to express their needs, desires, and concerns related to intimacy.  An intimacy coach helps clients develop self-awareness and emotional intelligence, enabling them to better understand their own desires and those of their partner. They provide guidance on effective communication techniques, conflict resolution, and exploring new ways to deepen emotional and physical intimacy.

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In this episode of the Intimate Marriage podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD talks about transforming everyday experiences into pleasurable moments. She explores the nuanced world of delight and pleasure within relationship, offering actionable insights for couples wanting to enhance emotional, sensual, and erotic intimacy. Dr. Alexandra makes distinctions in the best ways to pursue more pleasure when it comes to men versus women. She shares practical tips on how to incorporate sensual awareness into your daily life and how to enhance connection with your partner.  Also in this episode:   Cultivate a lifestyle that prioritizes sensory pleasure in order to enhance erotic intimacy.   Simple actions like complimenting a partner, or smiling, profoundly impact intimacy and the quality of your marriage.   Open communication and specificity when giving feedback significantly improves understanding and satisfaction in your relationship.     Subscribe To The Intimate Marriage Podcast:  Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify   Connect With Alexandra Stockwell, MD:  Website | Linkedin | Instagram   Get your copy of “Uncompromising Intimacy” by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here:  https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl  Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra’s bestselling book, “Uncompromising Intimacy,” here:   https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra’s proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully:   www.alignedhotmarriage.com Join Dr. Alexandra’s email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights and opportunities to learn with her:   https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe   This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By:  Simplified Impact

178. From Mundane to Sensational: Transforming Everyday Experiences into Pleasurable Moments

In this episode of the Intimate Marriage podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD explores the vital role of intimate connection, when navigating struggles couples commonly encounter in their sexual relationship, particularly after facing significant life challenges such as infertility and loss. Offering gentle, compassionate guidance, she describes effective methods to recreate emotional, sensual, and erotic intimacy. Dr. Alexandra discusses the challenges faced by couples when they experience disconnection during erotic intimacy. It often leads to functional sex rather than pleasure-driven passion. She  emphasizes the importance of reconnecting from a starting point of comfort and familiarity, slowly rekindling passion through tender, patient, calibrated moments together.   Also in this episode:    Recognize the impact of life events, such as infertility treatments and personal loss, on a couple's sexual intimacy.   Understand the significance of starting with small, comfortable steps to re-establish physical connection.   Acknowledge that both partners have changed throughout the challenging life circumstances, in unique ways, and the importance of integrating new aspects into the relationship.   Utilize basic, soothing methods like eye gazing, hand-holding, or embracing, to facilitate a gradual and sustainable return to intimacy.     Subscribe To The Intimate Marriage Podcast:  Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify   Connect With Alexandra Stockwell, MD:  Website | Linkedin | Instagram   Get your copy of “Uncompromising Intimacy” by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here:  https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl  Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra’s bestselling book, “Uncompromising Intimacy,” here:   https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra’s proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully:   www.alignedhotmarriage.com Join Dr. Alexandra’s email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights and opportunities to learn with her:   https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe   This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By:  Simplified Impact

177. Take It Beyond the Bedroom: Healing Together Through Creating Intimate Connection after Infertility and other Hardships

In this episode of the Intimate Marriage podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD and Tilly Storm, focus on the pleasure principle as they explore ways to foster passionate relationships and venture into new dimensions of erotic intimacy. Tilly has extensive expertise in women’s sexuality and guides couples to renew the spark and access more pleasure in their intimate lives. The two of them discuss "wholeness" as an essential ingredient for pleasure, ways to foster pleasure-positive attitudes in children, and marital challenges such as sexual incompatibility and how to talk about it.    Also in this episode:    Normalizing the conversation around pleasure with children contributes to a healthier understanding of sexuality as they mature.   Couples often experience a "turn on mismatch," which should be navigated by learning and understanding one another’s erotic blueprints.   Guided sex experiences are a safe, exploratory space for couples to reignite their sexual connection and learn new ways to engage with each other.     About Tilly Storm: When not at home in Hollywood, FL, Tilly loves traveling the world with her 2 teenage boys for the next hot surf spot, and going on personal growth and development retreats with her life partner, Chris. Tilly's been studying women’s bodies and sexuality for over 20 years, first as a pre-med biochemistry major and aspiring OB/GYN, then as a doula and midwife apprentice, and now as a somatic sex coach since 2017. After 350,000+ downloads on her podcast - The Multiorgasmic Millionaire, being voted one of the top 20 sex coaches in the world, and working with hundreds of paying clients, she's learned a lot about what it takes to help high-achieving women integrate things like lack of desire, shame, guilt, fear, and numbness and help them feel amazing in their body and sexuality.   Listen to my past episode discussing the Erotic Blueprints in detail:  https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/sensual-vs-sexual-exploring-the-mysteries-of-erotic-power-through...   Tilly's Erotic Explorations book club: https://www.tillystorm.com/book-club   Learn more about Tilly's 5 Days to Epic Pleasure & Passion free mini-course: https://www.tillystorm.com/5daytraining   Subscribe To The Intimate Marriage Podcast:  Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify   Connect With Alexandra Stockwell, MD:  Website | Linkedin | Instagram   Get your copy of “Uncompromising Intimacy” by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here:  https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl  Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra’s bestselling book, “Uncompromising Intimacy,” here:   https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra’s proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully:   www.alignedhotmarriage.com Join Dr. Alexandra’s email list to stay connected.  https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe   This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By:  Simplified Impact

176. The Pleasure Principle: Dr. Alexandra on Cultivating Passion and Wholeness in Relationships with Tilly Storm

In this episode of the Intimate Marriage podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD discusses important considerations when it comes to creating fulfilling and passionate relationships. Dr. Alexandra describes how embracing failure and personal growth play pivotal roles in deepening marital connection. She emphasizes the value of learning from both failures and 'near wins' to achieve mastery. By analyzing potentially frustrating moments with curiosity and compassion, couples can reach new heights of intimacy and fulfillment.    Also in this episode:    Embracing and learning from failures and 'near wins' enhances intimacy and connection.   Self-acceptance is crucial for building and sustaining a thriving connection with your partner.   Discomfort is a profound teacher, leading to self-discovery and a more robust connection with others.     Subscribe To The Intimate Marriage Podcast:  Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify   Connect With Alexandra Stockwell, MD:  Website | Linkedin | Instagram   Get your copy of “Uncompromising Intimacy” by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here:  https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl  Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra’s bestselling book, “Uncompromising Intimacy,” here:   https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra’s proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully:   www.alignedhotmarriage.com Join Dr. Alexandra’s email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights and opportunities to learn with her:   https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe   About Alexandra Stockwell, MD Known as “The Intimacy Doctor,” Alexandra Stockwell, MD is a Relationship and Intimacy Coach and an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching ambitious, successful couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships. She is the bestselling author of “Uncompromising Intimacy,” host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast and creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program.    This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By:  Simplified Impact

175. How to Nurture Passionate Relationships

In this episode of the Intimate Marriage podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD is joined by Dr. Ann Tsung for a deep dive into the art and science of achieving peak performance, in both our professional lives and our personal lives. The conversation transcends traditional concepts of peak performance, expanding into a more holistic approach to living optimally. The discussion explores the importance of enjoying moments of passion and connection with a spouse while maintaining momentum and advancement in a career. Such a balance requires aligning effort with the level of significance you give to your relationship. Also in this episode:   Harmonizing the level of effort, with the rank in importance for each area of your life, is crucial for peak performance in intimacy and marriage.   Achieving peak performance requires focusing on all aspects of life, including health, financial freedom, emotional stability, and time management.   Emotional intimacy is a prerequisite for sensual and erotic intimacy and is a major contributor to satisfaction and fulfillment in your relationship.   Effective time management and honoring the intimate connection with your partner are vital for nurturing and maintaining a passionate relationship.     About Ann Tsung MD: Ann Tsung MD is a NASA Flight Surgeon, Critical Care/Emergency Medicine physician, peak performance/productivity coach at Productivity MD, real estate investor, podcast show host of Productivity MD, and a mother of a 19-month-old. With a unique fusion of medical precision and entrepreneurial success, she guides top physician entrepreneurs to unlock over 10 hours a week, master their mindset, scale their businesses, and achieve unparalleled freedom and leadership excellence.   Book a 1 Year 1-1 Peak Performance Coaching Qualification Call Call: www.zoomann.com   Complimentary Peak Performance and Productivity Resources: https://form.jotform.com/233045660320041   Subscribe To The Intimate Marriage Podcast:  Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify   Connect With Alexandra Stockwell, MD:  Website | Linkedin | Instagram   Get your copy of “Uncompromising Intimacy” by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here:  https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl  Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra’s bestselling book, “Uncompromising Intimacy,” here:   https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra’s proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully:   www.alignedhotmarriage.com Join Dr. Alexandra’s email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights and opportunities to learn with her:   https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe   About Alexandra Stockwell, MD Known as “The Intimacy Doctor,” Alexandra Stockwell, MD is a Relationship and Intimacy Coach and an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching ambitious, successful couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships. She is the bestselling author of “Uncompromising Intimacy,” host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast and creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program.    This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By:  Simplified Impact

159. The Joy of Slowing Down: Exploring the Power of Gentle Touch

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