Episode 205: Why Desire Fades In A Long-Term Marriage (And What Most Couples Get Wrong)

In this episode, Sharon explores one of the most misunderstood aspects of a long-term relationship: desire.

Most of us were never taught how desire actually works. We weren't taught where it comes from, what impacts it, or how to nurture it over the years. So when desire fades, we often assume something is wrong with us, our partner, or the relationship itself.

But desire isn't something you fix.

It's something you understand.

In this episode, Sharon shares a different way of looking at desire and intimacy in marriage. She unpacks why so many couples feel disconnected, why desire often feels impossible to get back once it's gone, and why understanding what's really happening beneath the surface is the first step toward creating the connection you're longing for.

If you've found yourself wondering, "Is this just what happens after being together for so many years?" this conversation is for you.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why desire naturally changes in long-term relationships • How we've been taught to misunderstand desire • Why blaming yourself or your partner only creates more distance • The difference between trying to fix desire and learning to understand it • Why understanding desire is the foundation for creating deeper intimacy and connection