Stressed Out and Touched Out: How Parenthood Hijacks Intimacy — And What to Do About It
Stress is one of the biggest — and most overlooked — barriers to physical intimacy in parenthood. In this post, I'm sharing why that happens and a few simple, body-based tools to help you release tension and find your way back to each other.
Why secondary emotions keep couples stuck in the same argument — on repeat
Your feelings have feelings. And until you understand the difference between primary and secondary emotions, the same argument will keep finding you.
Building intimacy through presence and coregulation
Learn how coregulation and nonsexual touch build intimacy in relationships. Science-backed practices from a licensed therapist to help couples reconnect.
Reflecting on 3 years of practicing ‘Weekly Check-Ins’ with my husband
What we have learned over three years of practicing this exercise, and sharing a new-and-improved version of the check-in we use each week.