The Secret to Passion in Long-Term Relationships

Have you noticed those couples that have been together for a long time and look like they are still dating?

What is their secret?

In this video episode I take you to the “heart of Italy,” Tuscany, to talk about pleasure and long-lasting romance.

 

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It’s very windy at the top of a hill town near Sienna, fading the audio of my voice and replacing it with the sound of wind, so you will find more about what I said about the porcupines below.

If you like the video, share it among your friends, and most importantly, with your other half. : )
PORCUPINES MATING SIGNIFICANCE (Difficult to hear part of the video):
The male faces a difficult dilemma compared to human males for mating. If he mounts the female he may hurt himself with the quills. He goes through several steps, such as nose and face rubbing for a very long time, to seduce her and “relax” her so she can bring down her quills.

The face rubbing is the same need we have for emotional connection. Jumping right in without being connected, can deteriorate or stale a marriage. Making love, maybe less often and less exciting. The quills can be painful for a porcupine, just as separation or divorce can be painful for us.

Take this analogy and apply it in your relationship. Providing time and the simple tips I gave in the video will not only enrich your relationship, but satisfy you and your partner, just as if you were still on your honeymoon.

Are you in love? How long will that last?

Did you know there are different types of love? 

Not only different types, but also different stages that a romantic relationship naturally goes through.

Why is this important to know?

Have you heard people say:
  • The magic has died.
  • She/he has changed.
  • It’s not the same anymore.
Today’s video asks the big question: Does love last?

I found this information to be extremely helpful over 10 years ago when this natural shift began in my relationship. I was so relieved to hear how common it really is.

 

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Share this video with your friends and family! You may be surprised how few people really know about love.
If you’re a therapist/counselor, you can share the video with your clients and follow-up with them in your next session.

What if I’m not ready to forgive?

It took me a while to find compassion and forgiveness in my heart. It was difficult because I jumped from one extreme, being too forgiving, to another extreme, being too self-righteous.

I had to learn about forgiveness and I thought that so many of us have a trouble knowing what IS and ISN’T forgiveness, that I made a short video about it to answer many of the common questions we face when it comes to forgiveness:

  • What if I’m not ready to forgive?
  • Does this mean reconciliation?
  • If I forgive, won’t the person just do it again? How can I make sure that doesn’t happen?
  • What if I just want them to know the pain I feel/felt?
  • How much time do I have to really forgive?

 

On the other hand:

  • I want to be forgiven, how can I show that I am sincerely sorry?

 

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Let this video jump start you in the right direction. If you love the video, share it with your friends. You would be helping others navigate something so difficult, yet so pervasive.

 

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