Do you have a great relationship but it’s lacking chemistry? In this episode we suggest five unique areas to explore if your partnership is lacking the sparkle it used to have. We also share our relationship agreement that’s the secret to keeping our relationship chemistry and intimacy in tip top shape!

(00:00) - Introduction to navigating relationships that are healthy but lack chemistry

(01:49) - Our personal relationship agreement that generates chemistry in our partnership 

(02:33) - Importance of Generativity / Our Brain’s Tendency to Automate Our Partners

(04:43) - The Need For Effort and Intentionality in Long-term Relationships

(07:30) - Common Patterns in Long-Term Relationships Leading To Lack of Chemistry

(08:37) - Importance of Prioritizing Intimacy

(10:34) - Investigating Interpersonal Issues Causing Lack of Relationship Chemistry

(13:02) - Importance of Showing Up For Your “We” Regardless of Chemistry Feelings

(15:03) - Exploring Root Causes Affecting Desire and Chemistry

(17:32) - Impact of Pornography

(18:13) - Physical Attraction Challenges

(19:47) - Hormonal Factors

(21:48) - How To Have Conversations About Attraction and Intimacy

(24:25) - Seeking Couples Support When Needed

Feel free to reach out with your thoughts, experiences, and topics you want to hear about. We love hearing from our listeners!

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Resources Mentioned: 

• Our Top 10 Relationship Agreements 
• Al-Anon: Resource for partners

Get in Touch: 

• The Art Of We Website
• The Art of We Instagram 
• Integrative Psychiatry Institute: Psychedelic Therapy Training

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