The Sexless Marriage Recovery Workbook
Harold Amon MacKay
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Is your marriage suffering from months or years without physical intimacy? You're not alone—and it's not hopeless.
The Sexless Marriage Recovery Workbook provides the first comprehensive 30-day plan that addresses both the medical and emotional causes of dead bedrooms. Unlike traditional relationship advice, this evidence-based workbook tackles the hormonal imbalances, health factors, and communication barriers that keep couples trapped in sexless marriages.
This practical recovery workbook includes:
30 days of structured exercises with daily worksheets and progress tracking
Medical assessment tools to identify hormone imbalances, medication effects, and health issues killing your libido
Sensate focus techniques proven effective in 83% of couples experiencing intimacy problems
Hormone optimization protocols for both men and women—natural approaches and medical intervention guidelines
Communication scripts and exercises for discussing intimate needs without pressure or rejection
Nutrition and lifestyle plans specifically designed to support sexual wellness and energy
Sleep and stress management strategies that directly impact desire and sexual function
When to seek professional help guide with specific tests to request and questions to ask doctors
Perfect for couples experiencing:
No physical intimacy for 3+ months
Decreased desire despite loving each other
Frustration with traditional marriage counseling results
One partner avoiding physical connection
Medical changes affecting your sex life
Communication breakdowns around intimacy
What makes this workbook different:
Duration - 6h 11m.
Author - Harold Amon MacKay.
Narrator - Digital Voice Mary G.
Published Date - Thursday, 16 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Harold Amon MacKay ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Is your marriage suffering from months or years without physical intimacy? You're not alone—and it's not hopeless. The Sexless Marriage Recovery Workbook provides the first comprehensive 30-day plan that addresses both the medical and emotional causes of dead bedrooms. Unlike traditional relationship advice, this evidence-based workbook tackles the hormonal imbalances, health factors, and communication barriers that keep couples trapped in sexless marriages. This practical recovery workbook includes: 30 days of structured exercises with daily worksheets and progress tracking Medical assessment tools to identify hormone imbalances, medication effects, and health issues killing your libido Sensate focus techniques proven effective in 83% of couples experiencing intimacy problems Hormone optimization protocols for both men and women—natural approaches and medical intervention guidelines Communication scripts and exercises for discussing intimate needs without pressure or rejection Nutrition and lifestyle plans specifically designed to support sexual wellness and energy Sleep and stress management strategies that directly impact desire and sexual function When to seek professional help guide with specific tests to request and questions to ask doctors Perfect for couples experiencing: No physical intimacy for 3+ months Decreased desire despite loving each other Frustration with traditional marriage counseling results One partner avoiding physical connection Medical changes affecting your sex life Communication breakdowns around intimacy What makes this workbook different: Duration - 6h 11m. Author - Harold Amon MacKay. Narrator - Digital Voice Mary G. Published Date - Thursday, 16 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Harold Amon MacKay ©.
Language:
English
The Sexless Marriage Recovery Workbook
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Disclaimer
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Chapter 1: Your Bedroom Isn't Broken, Your Body Might Be
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The Medical Reality Behind Dead Bedrooms
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The Seven Physical Culprits Killing Your Desire
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Your Medical Detective Work Starts Now
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The Mind-Body Connection in Sexual Desire
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Taking Inventory of Your Physical State
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The Relief of Finding Real Answers
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Moving Forward with Hope and Action
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Setting Realistic Expectations
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Essential Assessments and Practical Tools
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Daily Exercise: The State of the Union Conversation
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Important Reminders for Your Journey
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Building Momentum for Change
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Key Insights for Moving Forward
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Chapter 2: The Hormone Highway to Desire
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The Chemical Orchestra of Desire
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Age-Related Changes Nobody Talks About
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Testing Your Hormone Levels
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Natural Hormone Optimization Strategies
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When to Consider Hormone Replacement
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Identifying Your Personal Hormone Red Flags
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Creating Your Hormone Action Plan
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Practical Tools and Assessments
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Daily Exercise: Body Awareness Scan
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Understanding Your Unique Hormone Profile
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The Timeline for Hormone Improvement
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Moving Forward with Confidence
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Essential Points for Hormone Health
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Chapter 3: Stress, Sleep, and the Sexless Spiral
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The Stress-Sex Death Spiral
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The HPA Axis: Your Stress Control Center
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How Poor Sleep Destroys Desire
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The Circadian Rhythm Connection
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Modern Stress: Why Our Bodies Can't Cope
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How Stress Rewires Your Brain for Disconnection
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Creating Your Stress Audit
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Sleep Optimization: The Foundation of Hormone Health
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Cortisol Reduction Strategies
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Creating Your Evening Routine
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Daily Exercise: Couples' Stress-Reducing Conversation Protocol
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Breaking the Stress-Sleep-Sex Cycle
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The Compounding Benefits of Stress and Sleep Optimization
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Moving Forward with Better Rest and Less Stress
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Core Principles for Better Sleep and Less Stress
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Chapter 4: The Communication Cure
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The Research Behind Relationship Communication
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Why Most Couples Communication Fails
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Active Listening: Going Beyond Waiting to Talk
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Conflict De-escalation Scripts
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Building Love Maps
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Creating Daily Connection Rituals
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The Art of Appreciation
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Practical Tools and Implementation
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Daily Exercise: 10-Minute Structured Check-In
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Advanced Communication Techniques
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Building Emotional Intimacy Through Communication
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Long-term Communication Maintenance
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The Ripple Effects of Better Communication
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Core Principles for Relationship Communication
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Chapter 5: Sensate Focus Week One
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The Science Behind Sensate Focus
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Why Most Couples Skip the Basics
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The Mindfulness Component
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Setting Up for Success
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Week One: Non-Genital Sensate Focus
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The Art of Giving Touch
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The Art of Receiving Touch
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Communication During Sensate Focus
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Practical Tools and Tracking
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Daily Exercise: 15-Minute Non-Genital Sensate Focus Session
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The Neuroscience of Touch and Connection
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Building Anticipation and Desire
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Preparing for Week Two
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Essential Principles for Sensate Focus Success
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Chapter 6: Emotional Intimacy Before Physical Intimacy
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The Attachment Foundation of Intimacy
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The Vulnerability Ladder
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Identifying and Healing Emotional Triggers
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Building Trust Through Consistent Small Actions
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The Art of Deep Listening
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Creating Emotional Connection Rituals
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Practical Tools for Emotional Intimacy
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Daily Exercise: Eye Gazing and Synchronized Breathing
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The Neuroscience of Emotional Connection
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Moving Toward Physical Intimacy
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Fundamental Elements of Emotional Intimacy
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Chapter 7: Your Intimacy Nutrition Prescription
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The Nutrient-Desire Connection
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The Big Four: Essential Nutrients for Sexual Health
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Secondary Nutrients That Support Sexual Health
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Creating Your Nutrient Assessment
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Meal Planning for Sexual Health
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Supplement Protocol Guide
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Shopping Lists for Libido-Boosting Foods
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Daily Exercise: Mindful Eating Practice
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Advanced Nutrition Strategies
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Troubleshooting Common Nutrition Challenges
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The Timeline for Nutritional Improvements
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Supporting Your Partner's Nutritional Journey
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Key Nutritional Strategies for Intimate Health
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Chapter 8: Movement as Medicine for Your Marriage
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The Exercise-Intimacy Connection
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The Science of Couple's Exercise
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Designing Your Couple's Exercise Routine
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Couple's Workout Plans
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Pelvic Floor Training for Better Intimacy
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Partner Yoga for Intimacy
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Activity Tracking and Progress Monitoring
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Daily Exercise: 20-Minute Partner Workout or Walk
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Advanced Exercise Strategies for Sexual Health
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Troubleshooting Common Exercise Challenges
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Movement as Relationship Medicine
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Essential Principles for Exercise and Intimacy
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Chapter 9: When to Seek Medical Help
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Red Flags That Indicate Medical Intervention
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Understanding Different Types of Medical Professionals
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Essential Medical Tests and Evaluations
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Preparing for Medical Appointments
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Treatment Options and Decision-Making
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Working with Healthcare Teams
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Daily Exercise: Research and Discuss One Medical Option Together
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When to Get Second Opinions
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Insurance and Cost Considerations
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Creating Your Medical Action Plan
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Red Flags for Urgent Medical Attention
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Integration with Relationship Work
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Medical Treatment Success Stories
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Navigating Healthcare System Challenges
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Coordinating Medical and Relationship Interventions
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Long-Term Medical Monitoring
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Building Your Medical Support Network
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Financial Planning for Sexual Health Care
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The Future of Sexual Medicine
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Creating Your Personal Medical Action Plan
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Essential Guidelines for Medical Intervention
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Chapter 10: Sensate Focus Week Two - Mutual Pleasure
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Understanding the Transition to Genital Touch
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Addressing Common Week Two Anxieties
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Week Two Guidelines and Boundaries
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Advanced Sensate Focus Techniques
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Managing Arousal During Sensate Focus
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Practical Tools for Week Two
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Daily Exercise: 20-Minute Mutual Sensate Focus with Expanded Boundaries
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Advanced Techniques for Enhanced Connection
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Understanding Natural Sexual Response
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Building Sexual Tension in Healthy Ways
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Preparing for Advanced Intimacy
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Troubleshooting Week Two Challenges
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Integration and Moving Forward
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Core Principles for Advanced Sensate Focus
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Chapter 11: Creating Your Unique Intimacy Blueprint
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Understanding Your Unique Intimacy Patterns
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Designing Your Customized Intimacy Plan
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Addressing Desire Discrepancies
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Practical Implementation Tools
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Advanced Integration Strategies
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Daily Exercise: Collaborative Intimacy Visioning Session
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Advanced Troubleshooting
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Creating Your Personal Blueprint Document
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Integration with Overall Life Goals
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Essential Elements of Your Intimacy Blueprint
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Chapter 12: Maintaining Your Intimacy Reset
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The Science of Habit Formation
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Building Fail-Safe Systems
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The 90-Day Maintenance Calendar
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Monthly Check-In Templates
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Relationship Milestone Tracker
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Emergency Intimacy First-Aid Guide
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Advanced Maintenance Strategies
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Creating Your Personal Maintenance Plan
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Final Exercise: Create Couple's Intimacy Mission Statement
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Long-Term Relationship Evolution
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The Ongoing Journey
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Foundational Principles for Lifelong Intimacy
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