The Midlife Intimacy Crisis: Is it really Over?

18/09/2025 48 min Episodio 30

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In this episode of Her Second Stage, Hilda Lunderstedt sits down with intimacy coach and author Xanet Pailet to explore the quiet crisis affecting modern marriages: the fall in intimacy. Xanet shares her personal journey from living in a disconnected relationship to becoming a leader in intimacy coaching. Together, they unpack why marital closeness often fades, from societal distractions and routine to the impact of menopause on women’s desire.This conversation highlights the role of emotional intimacy, communication, and vulnerability in reigniting connection. Xanet also shares how reconnecting with the body, embracing pleasure, and attending couples retreats can help partners heal and rediscover desire. Whether you’re navigating boredom in long-term love, looking for tools to strengthen your relationship, or curious about the evolving world of intimacy coaching, this episode offers guidance and hope.Timestamps 00:00 The Rise of Intimacy Struggles in Marriage 07:02 From Distance to Coaching: Xanet’s Personal Story 12:21 How Menopause Shifts Desire 19:41 Reconnecting with the Body and Pleasure 29:00 The Power of Emotional Intimacy 36:57 Breaking Boredom with Communication 40:53 Couples Retreats as Catalysts for Healing 45:31 The Evolution of Intimacy Coaching and Xanet’s Book Find more from Xanet and Her Book here:https://www.powerofpleasure.com/https://www.instagram.com/xanetpopConnect and Follow Hilda for Daily Inspiration:Website:https://hersecondstage.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@HerSecondStageInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/hersecondstage/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/search?lang=en&q=her%20second%20stage&t=1748298686005FaceBook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568769698849PodLink: https://pod.link/1780867494Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilda-lunderstedt-7730794a/YouTube Music:https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbqHjmEh4_0cFx9aFgucr5bxnQxTZaDrh#MaritalIntimacy #RelationshipHealing #EmotionalConnection #WomensPleasure #MidlifeRelationships #IntimacyCoach #MarriageAdvice #CouplesRetreat #ReigniteDesire #HerSecondStage

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