{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Ep 118 The Sex Bucket","description":"Imagine you have a bucket that represents your needs in intimacy\u2014what does that bucket look like? Is it overflowing, half-empty, or maybe even bone-dry? In this episode, we're diving deep into the idea of "sex buckets"\u2014our unique needs, emotions, and thoughts around intimacy and connection. We\u2019re talking about how everyone has different "buckets" when it comes to sex, and those buckets can look very different depending on the person, their stage in life, or even the season they\u2019re in. How do you and your partner understand each other\u2019s buckets? How do you fill them in a way that builds connection, trust, and joy in your relationship? To help me unpack all this, I\u2019ve brought in my amazing husband Sean for an honest, real, and sometimes hilarious conversation about what this looks like in our marriage. From navigating changing seasons of life to addressing the unique needs we each bring to the table, we\u2019re covering it all\u2014communication, emotions, and practical ways to strengthen intimacy in your relationship. Whether you\u2019re in a thriving season or working through challenges, this episode will give you tools to identify your needs, communicate them, and start filling up each other\u2019s buckets with intention and love. \u2764\ufe0f What You\u2019ll Learn: What a "sex bucket" is and why it matters in your relationship. How different seasons of life\u2014like parenting, stress, or big transitions\u2014can affect intimacy. Why it\u2019s okay for you and your partner to have different needs and expectations. How to communicate openly about your "bucket" without judgment or shame. Practical ways to fill up your bucket (and your partner\u2019s!) in meaningful ways. Grab a coffee, settle in, and let\u2019s have a raw and refreshing conversation about building intimacy that truly lasts. \ud83c\udfa7 Listen now and start the conversation that could transform your relationship!   Did you enjoy today's episode? Hit Subscribe or Follow on your favourite podcast provider to hear more great episodes bi-weekly.   Have a friend who might appreciate our podcast? We love referrals to share parenting advice, marriage motivation, and self care tools.      Looking for more episodes like this one? Parenting and Fighting (Marriage Edition) Intimate Partner Abuse Building Better Relationships Marriage Killers (Part 1) Marriage Killers (Part 2) Marriage Killers (Part 3) ","author_name":"Families Matter Most","author_url":"https:\/\/familiesmattermost.com","html":"