This article explores how parental intimacy, emotional closeness, and a strong marital bond shape children’s emotional security, mental health, and long-term wellbeing. Drawing on attachment theory and relationship research, it explains why connected parents raise more resilient children and why…
Many people search for “weaponising sex” because they’re stuck in a sexless marriage and trying to understand what’s really going on. The term gets thrown around online, but very few explanations are clear or accurate. In this article I break…
How to Build a Marriage That Lasts (Interview with Dr Warren Farrell) Listen To the ‘Love & Cherish’ Podcast The art of staying Close and growing closer I had the absolute privilege of speaking with Dr Warren Farrell, author of…
Sexless marriages are more common than most people realise, yet they remain one of the hardest issues for couples and therapists to address. Conversations about sex often get avoided, minimised, or deferred indefinitely, leaving resentment, disconnection, and confusion to grow.…
We all know sex tends to decline with age; that’s nothing new. But what’s happening now is different. Couples today are having far less sex than couples the same age just a generation ago⁽¹⁾. What used to be once a…
Relationship Needs vs. Wants Relationship needs are the fundamental requirements for a romantic partnership to thrive, ensuring both partners feel secure, respected, and valued. These non-negotiable elements form the foundation of a healthy relationship and include trust, communication, emotional safety,…
Is Sexual Intimacy a Want or a Need? If you engage with relationship advice content as I do, you’re likely aware that the discussion surrounding relational needs is a hot topic. The need for emotional connection. The need for honest…
Porn in Marriage If you want your marriage to thrive then it must be treated as a major priority in your life. In order for this to be the case it is essential to challenge your own behaviours on a…
Exploring The Morality of Sexual obligation Firstly, a disclaimer: every sexual encounter in your marriage should always involve the willing consent of both partners. And every sexual act should be performed by choice, as an act of love and never,…
Sex is an Emotional Need A fulfilling sex life is not a bi-product of a successful marriage, it’s a necessary component of one. It’s not a special treat, a reward for good behaviour or a bargaining chip for favour. It’s…