Valentine's Day expectations promise romance but for many it just delivers disappointment. In this episode of The Intimate Marriage Podcast, Dr. Alexandra Stockwell explores how to navigate expectations, express what you truly want, and use Valentine's Day (and everyday!) to create real connection and intimacy in your marriage.

If you want additional guidance, sign up for Dr. Alexandra Stockwell's FREE course Beyond Roses and Chocolate, which will help you clarify your desires as you create deeper connection, on Valentine's Day and beyond. 👉 https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/valentines

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Aligned & Hot Marriage My proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully. Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise): https://www.alignedhotmarriage.com

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Known as "The Intimacy Doctor," Alexandra Stockwell, MD is a Relationship and Intimacy Coach and an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching ambitious, successful couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships. She is the bestselling author of "Uncompromising Intimacy," host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast, and creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program.

For over two decades, she's been guiding men and women to bring pleasure and purpose into all aspects of life— from the daily grind of running a household to creating ecstatic experiences in the bedroom—all while maintaining extraordinary professional success!

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Emotional strength and grounded presence are essential when initiating sex, in the context of long term relationships. In today's episode, Dr. Alexandra Stockwell discusses how boys are raised and how that upbringing sets them up for failure as men. This shifts when men become more comfortable with vulnerability and presence; in the process attraction increases and relational connection deepens, all of which leads to a loving yes from a woman, and more fulfilling sex for both of them.

If you're a man and this resonates with you, join Dr. Alexandra Stockwell's online program, Initiating, and learn how to initiate in a way that builds trust and desire: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/initiating

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Create a marriage that feels alive, deeply connected, and supportive of your ambitions and full life. Start here: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/work-with-alexandra/

Apply for Relationship & Intimacy Coaching Personal coaching for couples who want more closeness, desire, and emotional safety without losing themselves or each other: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/private/

Aligned & Hot Marriage My proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully. Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise): https://www.alignedhotmarriage.com

Read My Bestselling Book, Uncompromising Intimacy

Learn the principles and practices that make deep connection and passion sustainable in long-term marriage: https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl

Download the First Chapter (Free) A powerful introduction to what it truly takes to create extraordinary intimacy. https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book

Stay Connected With Dr. Alexandra

Connect Online: Website | LinkedIn | Instagram

Join my email list for practical intimacy insights, relationship guidance, and invitations to live Q&A sessions: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe

For speaking, media, or professional inquiries: https://alexandrastockwell.com/contact/

Known as "The Intimacy Doctor," Alexandra Stockwell, MD is a Relationship and Intimacy Coach and an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching ambitious, successful couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships. She is the bestselling author of "Uncompromising Intimacy," host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast, and creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program.

For over two decades, she's been guiding men and women to bring pleasure and purpose into all aspects of life— from the daily grind of running a household to creating ecstatic experiences in the bedroom—all while maintaining extraordinary professional success!

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Initiating sex successfully isn't about having the right words, it's about creating the right feeling. Dr. Alexandra Stockwell shares a grounded, compassionate approach to masculine confidence, helping men create deeper intimacy, stronger connection, and a more fulfilling sexual relationship without pressure or performance.

If this resonates with you, join Dr. Alexandra Stockwell's online program, Initiating and learn how to initiate in a way that builds trust and desire: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/initiating

Start building more intimacy today with Dr. Alexandra Stockwell's Intimate Connection, the Relationship App for Committed Couples: studio.com/dralexandra/intimacy

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Get your copy of "Uncompromising Intimacy" by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here: https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl

Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra's bestselling book, "Uncompromising Intimacy," here:

https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book

Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra's proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully: www.alignedhotmarriage.com

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Emotional and sexual intimacy in marriage depends less on chemistry and more on how partners choose to interact one moment to the next. In this episode, Dr. Alexandra Stockwell explains how mastering daily transitions creates deeper emotional connection and more fulfilling intimacy.

If you want to learn how to transition into having sex successfully, join Dr. Alexandra's exclusive masterclass for men: How to Ask Your Woman for Sex (so she's more likely to say Yes). You'll gain practical tools you can use right away: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/yes/

For personalized support or to explore working with Dr. Alexandra directly, connect with her here:https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/contact

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Get your copy of "Uncompromising Intimacy" by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here: https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl

Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra's bestselling book, "Uncompromising Intimacy," here: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book

Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra's proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully: www.alignedhotmarriage.com

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Learn to initiate sex without pressure by understanding what truly drives desire in long-term relationships. In this episode, Dr. Alexandra Stockwell shares how emotional safety, personal energy, and learnable intimacy skills help men navigate mismatched libido–reducing rejection, and increasing connection with their wives.

If you want to learn more, join Dr. Alexandra's exclusive live masterclass for men: How to Ask for Sex So She's More Likely to Say Yes. You'll gain practical tools you can use right away: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/yes/

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Get your copy of "Uncompromising Intimacy" by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here: https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl

Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra's bestselling book, "Uncompromising Intimacy," here: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book

Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra's proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully: www.alignedhotmarriage.com

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Do you wish intimacy felt easier and more satisfying? Do you wish your man would last longer in bed? Dr. Alexandra Stockwell and pleasure advocate Melissa Louise explore sexual confidence, energy awareness, and emotional connection to help couples deepen intimacy and feel closer without pressure or shame.

About The Guest:

Melissa Louise Is your Leading Pleasure Advocate , Erotic Blueprint, Sex, Intimacy & Relationship Expert. She supports women to reclaim their divine birthright to feel alive, orgasmic, and turned the fuck on, no matter what their age or relationship status. And men to be more attractive, powerful, trustworthy, make more money and find freedom by lasting longer in bed—the perfect erotic turn on cocktail that nourishes your health, wealth and well being. With certifications also in Kink 101, Accelerated Evolution, and Access Consciousness, Melissa truly embodies how we do life is how we do sex. This is the true revolution of our time lovers.

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If you enjoyed this conversation, don't miss Melissa Louise's first interview on the Intimate Marriage Podcast, exploring female orgasm and deeper intimacy: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/four-gateways-to-female-orgasm/

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Get your copy of "Uncompromising Intimacy" by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here: https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl

Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra's bestselling book, "Uncompromising Intimacy," here: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book

Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra's proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully: www.alignedhotmarriage.com

Join Dr. Alexandra's email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights and opportunities to learn with her: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe

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Make 2026 the year your marriage grows stronger! In this episode, Dr. Alexandra Stockwell shares how setting intentions for your relationship will deepen intimacy, spark curiosity, and help couples create lasting emotional connection. She shares practical tools for marriage growth, including increased self-awareness and modern relationship coaching.

Give your marriage the gift of deeper connection this holiday season. 💞 Start building more intimacy today with Dr. Alexandra Stockwell's Intimate Connection, the Relationship App for Committed Couples💞 👉studio.com/dralexandra/intimacy

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Get your copy of "Uncompromising Intimacy" by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here: https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl

Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra's bestselling book, "Uncompromising Intimacy," here: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book

Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra's proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully: www.alignedhotmarriage.com

Join Dr. Alexandra's email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights and opportunities to learn with her: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe

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Drs. Alexandra and Rodd Stockwell share their best relationship tips for the holidays, revealing how simple, intentional choices nourish your marriage, even during the holidays. If you want to stay close while juggling family demands and holiday responsibilities, this episode will set you up to create a calm, connected experience, together.

Give your marriage the gift of deeper connection this holiday season. 💞 Start building more intimacy today with Dr. Alexandra Stockwell's Intimate Connection, the Relationship App for Committed Couples💞 👉studio.com/dralexandra/intimacy

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Get your copy of "Uncompromising Intimacy" by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here: https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl

Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra's bestselling book, "Uncompromising Intimacy," here: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book

Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra's proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully: www.alignedhotmarriage.com

Join Dr. Alexandra's email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights and opportunities to learn with her: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe

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My partner doesn't feel loved—Dr. Alexandra Stockwell explores why this happens and how to help him feel emotionally seen and cared for without losing yourself in the process. Dr. Alexandra offers a calm, grounded path toward rebuilding desire, understanding, and connection.

Give your marriage the gift of deeper connection this holiday season. 💞 Start building more intimacy today with Dr. Alexandra Stockwell's Intimate Connection, the Relationship App for Committed Couples💞 👉studio.com/dralexandra/intimacy

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Get your copy of "Uncompromising Intimacy" by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here: https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl

Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra's bestselling book, "Uncompromising Intimacy," here: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book

Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra's proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully: www.alignedhotmarriage.com

Join Dr. Alexandra's email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights and opportunities to learn with her: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe

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The January divorce spike shows how disconnected couples can feel during and after the holidays, but it doesn't have to be that way! In this episode, you'll learn how clear expectations, thoughtful communication, and shared intentions will keep your marriage steady, loving, and deeply connected—despite holiday stressors.

Give your marriage the gift of deeper connection this holiday season. 💞 Start building more intimacy today with Dr. Alexandra Stockwell's Intimate Connection app💞

👉studio.com/dralexandra/intimacy

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Get your copy of "Uncompromising Intimacy" by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here: https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl

Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra's bestselling book, "Uncompromising Intimacy," here: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book

Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra's proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully: www.alignedhotmarriage.com

Join Dr. Alexandra's email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights and opportunities to learn with her: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe

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Nice Guy Syndrome influences your relationship more than you may realize, and in this conversation Dr. Robert Glover joins Dr. Alexandra Stockwell to break down why it kills attraction and what men can do to show up with authenticity, confidence, and real connection.

If you want a relationship that feels alive, honest, and deeply intimate, this episode gives you the tools to shift old patterns and create the partnership you want.

About Dr. Glover:

Dr. Robert Glover has over 40 years of professional experience as a relationship therapist and men's coach. He specializes in helping men build community and level up to the best version of themselves. He has authored four books, including the bestselling No More Mr. Nice Guy. He founded Integration Nation, an international community for men in 2023.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgloverofficial

Check out his courses: https://drglover.com/

Books mentioned during the episode:

The Way of the Superior Man https://amzn.to/47Ccvd3

Passionate Marriage https://amzn.to/3JH5dwA

Mating in Captivity https://amzn.to/47CqkIp

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Get your copy of "Uncompromising Intimacy" by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here: https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl

Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra's bestselling book, "Uncompromising Intimacy," here: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book

Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra's proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully: www.alignedhotmarriage.com

Join Dr. Alexandra's email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights and opportunities to learn with her: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe

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