The Desire Gap: Real Solutions for Mismatched Libidos

Getting on the Same Team, Part 2: How to talk about sex without fighting


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You know you need to talk about your desire gap, but every time you try, it devolves into a fight. Someone gets defensive or spirals into shame, and you're right back where you started – or worse.

In this episode, you get the exact framework for having the conversation that actually works to get you started on the road to solving your issues together. You'll learn how to check if you're calm enough for vulnerability, how to express your feelings without blame, how to hear your partner's pain without making it about your own inadequacy, and the step-by-step process for getting on the same team.

This isn't theory – it's a practical, tested approach with real examples showing what conversations look like when you're adversarial versus when you're allied. You'll know exactly what to say, how to prepare, when to pause, and how to tell if it's working. Plus, clear signs for when you need outside help and what kind of support actually makes a difference.

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A Practical Starting Point for Individuals and Couples, at https://laurajurgens.com/libido

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The Desire Gap: Real Solutions for Mismatched LibidosBy Laura Jurgens, Ph.D.

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