Welcome to Episode 464 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I’m excited to be joined by Riana Milne, who speaks to me about emotional disconnection, communication breakdowns, and their impact on sexual desire in relationships.

In this episode, Riana and I explore how emotional safety and communication are at the heart of sexual connection. We discuss why unresolved conflicts and stress responses, like fight, flight, or freeze, can suppress desire, and how couples can learn to reconnect through conscious communication and emotional regulation.

Riana Milne MA is a Certified, Global Life and Love Trauma Recovery Coach, a Cert. Clinical Trauma & Addictions Professional, a Certified Mindfulness Coach, #1 Bestselling Author, the Host of her Podcast called Lessons in Life & Love'', an Educational Speaker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor for over 21 years living in Palm Beach County, Florida. Riana specializes in helping those who have had past Childhood or Love Relationship Trauma to Heal, Transform & Thrive; leading them to Create the Life They Desire & to Have the Love They Deserve! She offers Coaching programs for both Straight & LGBTQ Singles & Couples globally for ages 16-76.

In this episode, you will hear:

· Emotional Safety As The Foundation Of Desire

· Why Communication Comes Before Sexuality

· How The Brain Reacts To Conflict And Stress

· Understanding Fight, Flight, And Freeze In Relationships

· The “Tea Break” Technique For Conflict Resolution

· Why Couples Must Approach Problems As A Team

· The Role Of Fun And Dating In Rekindling Intimacy

· Healing Childhood And Love Trauma Patterns

· Balancing Household Roles To Create Partnership

· How To Rebuild Connection After Disconnection

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