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December 3, 2025 35 mins

QUICKIE: Holiday Stress, Libido Slumps & Lifestyle Survival

Hosts: Adam & Pris

Series: Beyond Monogamy — Wednesday QUICKIE

Episode Summary (SEO-Optimized)

Holiday stress hits hard — and yes, it can put your libido on ice. In this candid QUICKIE, Adam & Pris get real (and hilarious) about December's money crunch, mental overload, and what to do when "just not in the mood" becomes the default setting. They unpack how finances and old triggers collide with lifestyle plans, why connection matters more than performance, and how to reset as a couple when the season gets heavy.

Expect straight talk, empathy, and laugh-out-loud moments you'll relate to immediately — plus real tips on surviving the holidays without sacrificing your relationship health (or your sense of humor).

Key Talking Points & Highlights

  • Why December feels like the "broke season" for couples and how that impacts desire
  • Stress vs. sex: the evolution from "f**k the stress away" to intentional reconnection
  • Pris on shutting down when overwhelmed — and what helps pull her back in
  • Adam's raw story of surviving Christmas while homeless, and why the holidays can trigger old memories
  • Practical compassion: how to prioritize your partner when they need comfort more than play
  • Community matters: you are not alone in holiday blues or financial stress

Favorite Quotes

"We're dropping money at Thanksgiving and we're dropping money at Christmas… the weeks in between are literally broke weeks."
"Sometimes I just need a hug, not a hookup."
"You're not the only ones who are stressed… when things are better, you bang it out."

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