Why are we doing all the “right” things, but still feel so alone?
You plan the dinners, agree to keep the peace, perform the role of the supportive partner, and try not to rock the boat. And yet, something still feels off. The spark is gone. The intimacy is missing. The disconnection is unbearable.
In this episode of Love Shack Live, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood (and most essential) parts of love: real connection.
You’ll learn:
- Why performing, pleasing, or fixing actually kills intimacy
- The simple equation for true connection (and why it’s so hard to live)
- How to build emotional safety, even if it’s never existed before
- The personal stories, skills, and stumbles that make connection possible again
Whether you’re navigating space and separation or simply feeling emotionally distant in your relationship, this episode will help you stop spiraling and start practicing the kind of conversations that change everything.
Because connection isn’t found.
It’s created.
Chapters:
02:53 Real-Life Example: Maya and Alex
06:25 Common Relationship Dynamics
13:10 The Equation for Connection
14:51 Understanding Vulnerability
23:30 The Art of Witnessing
26:42 Practical Tips for Deep Connection
29:06 The Commitment to Vulnerability
29:31 The Importance of Emotional Safety
29:41 Handling Misunderstandings in Conversations
31:30 The Power of Self-Reflection
35:50 Creating Do-Overs in Relationships
36:32 Starting Small to Build Connection
38:36 The Challenge of Being a Witness
42:26 Managing Difficult Conversations
47:50 A Personal Story of Resilience
52:09 Invitation to Join the Better Love Club
54:03 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
🎯 Want to go deeper?
- Take the $9 Self-Assessment here: https://stacibartley.com/separation-survival-kit/space-communication-playbook/
- Start the 30-Day Roadmap and stop spiraling: https://stacibartley.com/self-paced/30-day-roadmap
- Get community support inside the Better Love Club (available as an add-on with the roadmap)
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