Sex. Almost every man will say it’s their love language.

But Dr. Gary Chapman—the expert behind The Five Love Languages—explains why that’s not quite right, and makes a crucial distinction between physical desire and emotional connection.

John and I dig into what this really means for intimacy, unpacking the science behind male vs. female sexual needs and why understanding your partner’s love language can change everything. 

We also explore how love languages show up in parenting—and how to recognize them in your kids.

⚠️Warning: we go there. Sex, chemistry, and the truths you’ve been too polite to ask about. 

Listen in to learn more 

[0:03:26] Sex Isn’t a Love Language

[0:07:28] Men’s Bodies, Women’s Emotions

[0:08:29] Fill the Love Tank, Fix the Bedroom

[0:14:25] Decode Your Kid’s Love Language by Age Four

[0:19:24] Mental Load: The Ultimate Intimacy Killer

SUMMARY

In this episode, we are digging into the distinction between emotional and physiological aspects of sex, the biological reason men desire sex, differences in men and women when it comes to sex, the importance of emotional connection with your partner, meeting the emotional needs of your partner in seasons of stress, and (sharp turn) three ways to know your child’s love language. 

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