Owning Our Sexual Desire Part 4 (Psychological Maturity)
Master Your Marriage · Sharla and Robert Snow
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Show Notes
The episode discusses the importance of a strong sense of self in maintaining sexual desire in relationships. It emphasizes the need to focus on oneself rather than relying on others for validation and approval. The hosts share a story of a couple who experienced sexual desire problems due to their underdeveloped sense of self. They provide steps for strengthening one's sense of self, including observing, evaluating, and interrupting automatic behaviors. The hosts recommend the book 'Everything Isn't Terrible' by Dr. Kathleen Smith as a resource for further exploration.
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Takeaways
A strong sense of self is crucial for maintaining sexual desire in relationships.
Focusing on oneself rather than relying on others for validation and approval is important.
Observing, evaluating, and interrupting automatic behaviors can help strengthen one's sense of self.
The book 'Everything Isn't Terrible' by Dr. Kathleen Smith is a recommended resource for further exploration.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: The Role of Sense of Self in Sexual Desire
18:32 The Impact of an Underdeveloped Sense of Self on Sexual Desire
29:19 Steps for Strengthening Sense of Self
37:22 Conclusion: Observing, Evaluating, and Interrupting
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