
Read more on intimacy, desire, and connection
Explore practical articles on the topics covered in the course, from understanding desire differences to building communication habits that last.


How to Reconnect With Your Spouse When You've Grown Apart

Couples Therapy Exercises You Can Actually Do at Home

Emotional Intimacy: What It Really Is and How to Build It With Your Partner

How to Talk to Your Partner About Sex (Without Making It Weird)

Sexless Marriage: What It Really Means and How to Find Your Way Back
A sexless marriage doesn't mean a loveless one. Learn what's really going on when physical intimacy disappears—and the compassionate steps that help couples reconnect without pressure or blame.

Low Libido in Women: What's Really Going On (And What Actually Helps)

How to Improve Intimacy in Your Marriage: A Therapist's Complete Guide
Intimacy isn't just about sex—it's about feeling truly known and safe with your partner. Learn the four types of intimacy and practical strategies to deepen connection at every level.

Intimacy Exercises for Couples: 15 Therapist-Approved Practices to Try Tonight

How to Be More Intimate With Your Partner (Beyond Just Sex)
True intimacy goes far beyond the bedroom. Learn practical, therapist-backed ways to build deeper emotional and physical connection with your partner—starting today.

Marriage Intimacy Issues: Why You Feel Like Roommates (And How to Fix It)

Sex After Baby: What No One Tells You (And How to Reconnect)
Your sex life after having a baby will be different—but different doesn't mean worse. A sex therapist explains what's really going on and how to rebuild intimacy on your own timeline.

The Myth of Sexual Peak Ages: Why Your Best Sex Isn't Behind You
You've probably heard that men peak sexually at 18 and women at 30-something. Here's why that entire framework is nonsense—and why your most satisfying sex might still be ahead of you.

Intimacy Under Pressure: Sex When Life Is Overwhelming
When life feels like too much, intimacy often disappears first. Here's why stress kills desire—and what actually helps when you're both exhausted, overwhelmed, and just trying to survive.

What Really Goes Into Sex Therapy — And Is It Worth the Cost?
Wondering what actually happens in sex therapy — and whether it's worth the investment? Here's an honest look at the process, the real costs, and how to decide what's right for your relationship.

Purity Culture's Hidden Legacy: How Religious Sexual Shame Affects Adult Intimacy
If you grew up in purity culture, you learned that sex was simultaneously sacred and dangerous. Now that you're married or in a committed relationship, those messages don't just disappear. Learn how religious sexual shame affects adult intimacy and how to begin healing.

Desire Discrepancy: When Partners Want Sex at Different Rates
When one partner wants sex more than the other, it creates a painful cycle of rejection and pressure. Learn why desire discrepancy is normal, what causes it, and how to navigate it without resentment.

Why Couples Stop Having Sex (And How to Start Again)
When sex stops in a relationship, it's rarely about one thing. Learn the real reasons intimacy fades—and the compassionate, practical steps that actually help couples reconnect.

Performance Anxiety in Bed: Why It Happens & How to Stop It
Performance anxiety can turn intimacy into a test you're terrified of failing. Learn why it happens, how it affects your sex life, and therapist-backed strategies to reclaim pleasure without pressure.

How to Initiate Sex (And Handle Rejection Without Resentment)
Initiating sex shouldn't feel like a risk assessment. Being turned down shouldn't feel like rejection. Learn how to navigate sexual initiation with confidence and respond to "no" without hurt feelings.

Sexual Shame: Why It Happens and How to Heal Together
Sexual shame doesn't just make sex uncomfortable—it makes connection nearly impossible. Learn where shame comes from, how it shows up in your intimate life, and how to begin healing it together.

Reconnecting Intimately After Kids: A Sex Therapist's Guide for New Parents
Having kids changes everything about your sex life—and that's completely normal. Learn why intimacy shifts after children arrive and how to rebuild connection without pressure or guilt.

Why Orgasm Shouldn't Be the Goal (And What to Focus on Instead)
When orgasm becomes the finish line, sex turns into a performance instead of an experience. Learn why letting go of orgasm as the goal can actually lead to more pleasure, deeper connection, and yes—better orgasms.

How Stress Affects Your Sex Life (And What to Do About It)
When stress is high, desire often disappears. You're not broken—your body is doing exactly what it's designed to do. Learn why stress kills libido and how to reconnect with your partner even when life feels overwhelming.

Why Talking About Sex Feels So Awkward (And How to Make It Easier)
Most couples struggle to talk openly about sex, but it's not because they don't care. Understanding why these conversations feel so hard is the first step toward making them easier.

Redefining Sex: Why Expanding Your Definition Might Save Your Love Life
When sex is only one thing, it becomes fragile. Expanding your definition of intimacy makes your connection more resilient, more playful, and more satisfying for both partners.

How Mindfulness Helps You Enjoy Sex Again (Even When Life Is Stressful)
When your mind is racing with to-do lists during sex, pleasure takes a backseat. Simple mindfulness practices can help you get out of your head and back into your body.

Spontaneous vs Responsive Desire: Why You're Not 'Broken' If You Don't Always Feel In The Mood
If you rarely feel randomly 'in the mood,' you're not broken. You might just have responsive desire, and understanding this can transform how you and your partner approach intimacy.

Welcome to 5 Days to Better Sex: Your Journey to Deeper Connection Starts Here
Discover how to improve your sex life, strengthen communication, and deepen intimacy with your partner. The 5 Days to Better Sex program, led by certified Sex Therapist.

