Episode 422: How To Break A Sexual Dry Spell

In long-term relationships, almost everyone will go through a sexual dry spell at some point. This is normal, and it doesn’t necessarily mean that there’s something fundamentally wrong with you or your relationship. However, the good news is that there’s a lot you can do to break the dry spell and get your intimate life back on track. Today, we’re going to explore the reasons why sex often disappears in relationships, and what you can do about it.

I am joined by Dr. Nazanin Moali, a licensed clinical psychologist, AASECT-certified sex therapist, and the host of the internationally acclaimed Sexology Podcast. Based in Los Angeles, she leads a successful private practice where she helps individuals and couples deepen emotional intimacy, overcome sexual challenges, and create more fulfilling relationships.

Some of the specific topics we explore include:

• How many people are in sexless relationships?
• What questions should we be asking when we find ourselves in a sexual dry spell?
• How can you bring erotic tension back into your relationship?
• What are ways to bring a sense of mystery and play back into sex?
• How can we reinvent our date nights in a way that’s going to cultivate more erotic energy and excitement?

You can check out Nazanin’s website to learn more about her work.

Got a sex question? Send me a podcast voicemail to have it answered on a future episode at speakpipe.com/sexandpsychology.

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