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Apr 2025
51m 27s

454: How Embodiment Heals Relationships ...

MICHELLE CHALFANT
About this episode

Get ready for an enlightening conversation as I sit down with Michaela Boehm, renowned intimacy coach and relationship expert, to explore the essential elements of nurturing and maintaining healthy relationships. Michaela shares her wisdom on how nervous system regulation is key to fostering true intimacy and connection, and how relationships require care and attention, not just "work."

We discuss how generosity through simple acts of kindness, consideration, and praise can be the cornerstone of a thriving relationship. Michaela emphasizes the importance of offering the benefit of the doubt and alleviating heavy workloads as ways to support each other.

Whether you're in a long-term partnership or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable insights on how to keep your relationship healthy, alive, and full of connection.

In this episode, you will hear:

  • How nervous system regulation is essential for fostering intimacy and connection in relationships
  • The importance of generosity and kindness in building strong, healthy partnerships

  • Simple, everyday acts of consideration that can nurture your relationship

  • Why relationships require upkeep and effort, just like caring for your body

  • Michaela's advice on balancing intimacy and self-care

  • How to approach relationship challenges with mindfulness and compassion

 

Resources from this Episode:

MichaelaBoehm.com: Here, you'll find free resources, quizzes, podcasts, on-demand courses, and workshops to support your personal growth.

 

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