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INTRODUCTIONWelcome to Prioritizing Your Intimacy!1 Topic
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The science behind prioritizing your intimacyWhat do we mean by intimacy?
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The science behind prioritizing your intimacy1 Topic
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Love languagesLove languages1 Topic
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AffectionCatch your partner doing something right1 Topic
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Catch your partner doing something rightAffection
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Love MapsThe importance of showing affection1 Topic
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Appreciation, recognition, and empathyThe principle of building Love Maps1 Topic
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Appreciation
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Recognition
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Empathy
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The Four HorsemenHomework
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ListeningThe Four Horsemen1 Topic
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Don't try and cheer your partner upListen and learn
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Transforming criticism into wishesDon't always try and cheer your partner up1 Topic
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Process an argumentTransforming criticism into wishes1 Topic
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Is Not Rocket ScienceProcessing is a process1 Topic
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The 6-second kiss & the 20-second hugYour sexual relationship "is not rocket science"1 Topic
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Talking about sexThe 6 second kiss & the 20 second hug1 Topic
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How many times a weekHow to learn and grow & what turns you on1 Topic
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How to reject your partnerIs there a magic number?
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The art of compromiseHow to turn down sex1 Topic
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Self care isn't selfishWhat is a compromise?1 Topic
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Mutual masturbationSelf care isn't selfish1 Topic
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SmartphonesMutual Masturbation = Hot AF
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Happiness is loveSmartphone sabotage1 Topic
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Happiness = Love
“My life has become a major distraction from my cell phone.”
That’s title of a scientific study in the US examining cell phone usage in relationships.
The study concluded that excessive device usage decreased marital satisfaction and went on to suggest that the overuse of cell phones can lead to greater dissatisfaction within important relationships of other kinds as well.
Whether you use your phone for work or leisure, it’s important to make an effort to spend more time face-to-face with your partner. All it takes is to be present, look your partner in the eyes, and have a real conversation. Once you feel more connected to them, you’ll know that it’s worth the effort 🙂
CHANGING HABITS IS A TEAM EFFORT:
Co-author of the study, James Roberts, explains that “if you need to improve as well, approach your partner that this is something you need to tackle together. If you point the finger at your partner without taking responsibility for your own behavior, it won’t go over well.” Like Dr. John Gottman suggests, it’s always best to express how you feel and what you need by using a soft start-up.
SOME IDEAS TO TRY:
- Defining 30 minutes of daily device-free time
- Silence your phone during dinner
- Leave your phone in another room or “charging” every once in a while
- You might be saying that you need to have your phone on you at all times for work… Now realize that you need a break from work at some point, too.
- Know that you can adjust the settings on your phone so that even when your phone is on silent you can allow for certain people can call through with the full volume ring- such as your boss for work emergencies, or perhaps your partner for personal emergencies.
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