Stuck In A Cycle Of Sexual Avoidance & What Can You Do? Katie Ziskind, Gottman Marriage Therapist

In episode, "45: Why Are We Stuck In A Cycle Of Sexual Avoidance and What Can We Do?" of the "All Things Love and Intimacy" podcast, host Katie Ziskind, sex and intimacy specialist, relationship coach, Gottman level two marriage therapist, dives deep into the intricate dynamics of sexually avoidant behaviors within marriages. It can be emotionally frustrating to be in a sexual standoff and feel like your sex life is not where you want it to be. There are many essential pieces discussed in this podcast episode that can be eye-opening and supportive when you or your spouse are struggling with low libido and low sexual desire.
Drawing from her expertise as a sex and intimacy specialist and Gottman level two marriage therapist, Katie Ziskind explores the common patterns and underlying factors that contribute to sexual avoidance cycles in relationships. You and your spouse may be great roommates or good parents together, but sexually, you both struggle. When you want to have more frequent, more pleasurable, more satisfying sex, but your spouse doesn't, you may feel rejected, hurt, confused, alone, and would benefit from sexuality and intimacy relationship coaching with Katie Ziskind. There is often a need for sex positive education regarding the female orgasmic system and how sexual desire evolves and increases. Katie Ziskind encourages couples to have more conversations on emotional intimacy and sexual intimacy, as these are interconnected parts of a healthy, pleasurable sex life. Sex becomes a topic that is charged with anxiety, insecurity, and other unpleasant emotions.
Sexual avoidance cycles can be from a variety of issues including lack of emotional expression, emotional intimacy issues, body disconnection, challenges shifting from caretaking into the sexually confident self, lack of accurate, sex positive education on sexual desire and sexual arousal requirements for each gender, fear-based religious messaging growing up, religious shame and guilt, sex being unsatisfying, painful, a chore, an obligation, dull, and not pleasurable, past sexual trauma and abuse, negative self-talk about body image, burn out, stress from work, adrenal fatigue, compulsive pornography use, and pornography addiction issues, and more. Looking at sexual avoidance cycles holistically, Katie Ziskind, encourages you and your partner to increase more sexual safety, pleasure, enjoyment, fun, and playfulness slowly and gently.
Through insightful discussions and practical advice, Katie Ziskind guides listeners on a journey to understanding and breaking free from these avoidant cycles. She gives you positive questions to ask your partner about your last sexual experience together to create more sexual pleasure and have fun together.
From communication breakdowns and unresolved conflicts to stressors and intimacy issues, she sheds light on the various challenges couples face and offers strategies for rebuilding trust, enhancing communication, and reigniting passion in the bedroom.
With empathy and compassion, Katie Ziskind empowers listeners to confront their fears, confront their fears, and embrace vulnerability as they work towards cultivating a more fulfilling and intimate connection with their partners.
Whether you're struggling with sexual avoidance in your own relationship or seeking to support others on their journey to healing, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable tips for fostering intimacy and love in marriage. Tune in to learn how to break free from sexually avoidant patterns and create a more vibrant and satisfying relationship.
This podcast is no replacement for seeking professional help.
Work with Katie Ziskind, sex and intimacy specialist, sexuality and relationship coach, Gottman level two marriage therapist, at www.WisdomWithinCt.com

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