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Join Kate and Eric MacDougall as they talk about all things Intimacy. Growth in your marriage doesn't need to be a drag! We make growth and connection fun, and give you actionable skills to make sure the best years of your marriage are ahead of you!

The Evolved Marriage Podcast Eric & Kate MacDougall

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.9 • 18 Ratings

Join Kate and Eric MacDougall as they talk about all things Intimacy. Growth in your marriage doesn't need to be a drag! We make growth and connection fun, and give you actionable skills to make sure the best years of your marriage are ahead of you!

    Questions to Improve your Sex Life (Part 2)

    Questions to Improve your Sex Life (Part 2)

    Eric and Kate MacDougall explore the dynamics of sexual desire and intimacy in this insightful episode.

    Topics:
    ➡️ 'Brakes and Accelerators' Explained: Discussing the factors that influence sexual desire.
    ➡️ Impact of Personal History: How background and daily stresses shape sexual dynamics.
    ➡️ Enhancing Communication: Strategies for improving intimacy and understanding in relationships.

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    • 38 min
    Questions to Improve your Sex Life (Part 1)

    Questions to Improve your Sex Life (Part 1)

    In this week's episode, Kate & Eric  explore the depths of sexual desires and communication.

    Topics:
    ➡️ Normalizing Sex Talk: Reducing stigma around discussing sexual desires openly.
    ➡️ Self-Reflection on Sex: Understanding what motivates personal sexual desires.
    ➡️ Communication Barriers: Overcoming societal pressures and personal fears in discussing sex.

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    • 32 min
    Connecting to your Sexual Energy

    Connecting to your Sexual Energy

    In this episode, Kate & Eric talk about the realm of sexual energy, creative expression, and the power of connecting with life force.

    Topics:
    ➡️ How creativity and nature help balance our energy.
    ➡️ Fun ways to express ourselves and feel free.
    ➡️ Healthy tips for feeling good and energized.

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    • 33 min
    What Does Your Wife Mean When She Needs Space

    What Does Your Wife Mean When She Needs Space

    In this episode, Kate & Eric discuss the importance of personal space in relationships, how to support each other during these times, and effective communication to maintain a strong connection.

    Topics:
    ➡️ Understanding why someone might need space and how it feels.
    ➡️ Tips for supporting your partner without overwhelming them.
    ➡️ Ideas for staying connected and showing care, even when apart.

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    • 27 min
    Why your Partner isn't Initiating Sex

    Why your Partner isn't Initiating Sex

    In this episode, Kate & Eric dive deep in to the contrast between spontaneous and responsive sexual desire and its impact on relationships.

    Topics:
    ➡️ Spontaneous vs. responsive desire
    ➡️ The effect of initiation on intimacy
    ➡️ Adapting to your partner's desire type

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    • 25 min
    How to be Vulnerable with your Partner

    How to be Vulnerable with your Partner

    In this episode, Kate & Eric explore vulnerability in relationships and its crucial role following conflicts.

    Topics:
    ➡️ Understanding self-validated vs. other-validated intimacy.
    ➡️ The role of attunement in healing post-conflict.
    ➡️ Approaches to being vulnerably honest after disagreements.
    ➡️ Personal growth through navigating conflict and vulnerability.

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    • 26 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
18 Ratings

18 Ratings

Ngomez99 ,

Always a great listen

So these are really the first podcasts that I have listened to and they have been spot on with everything that they say. The tips and tricks they suggest have worked and actually made a difference.

JBoz03 ,

New comer

This episode gave me lots of good Ideas to try with the wife.I have got lots of good info from Kate and Eric.

Marcopolo77 ,

A Thriving Team

Eric and Kate have a thriving marriage. I’m a long time listener and I’ve always appreciated their raw and authentic approach to bettering their marriage. They are real, approachable, and they believe all marriages can evolve into thriving! Thank you Eric and Kate for being who you are, and thank you for putting in the work so that all
of us can see there is light at the end of the tunnel.

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