What Straight People Need to Learn from Queer Relationships

Our Closure Episode: On this episode of Swoon Gina and Julie talk about closure, endings, break-ups and saying goodbye. They talk about how to know when it's time to say goodbye and how even when it's right to end something, it can still be really sad. We are so... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

28 min listen

Staying present during sex: Lots of people struggle to stay fully present during sexual connections with partners. In this week's episode, Julie and Gina discuss how to stay in the moment amid a life filled with distraction. JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP: Want a... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

28 min listen

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39 min listen

How to Break Free from a Sexual Rut: Are you ready to break free from monotonous, predictable sex and spice it up? This is the episode for you. In today’s podcast, Julie and Gina focus on the ways couples end up in a sexually stuck place and a few ways you can break out of... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

20 min listen

Sparkle: A Relationship Refresh for the New Year: Are you setting new year resolutions and intentions? What about in your relationship? Gina and Julie have created a framework to make your relationship better this year than it was the year before. We are going to look at your relationship strengths,... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

27 min listen

Listener Questions: How do I let my ex know that I've changed?: This week on Swoon, Gina and Julie created a special Q&A episode for our supporters on . If you didn't know this already, Swoon is completely funded by your support on Patreon. And one of the perks of joining us on Patreon is a bonus episode... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

23 min listen

Disappointment and Rejection: Disappointment happens (even in really good relationships). This week Julie and Gina are talking about tolerating disappointment and handling rejection (especially in the sexual realm). They explain the sexual avoidance cycle, managing reactivity and... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

32 min listen

Tending the Erotic Fire in Your Relationship: How do you keep the romance, intimacy and passion alive in your relationship? This week, Gina and Julie are talking tending your erotic fire. Understanding your erotic fire will help you feel more connected to yourself and your partner. Listen to the... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

32 min listen

Maintaining Intimacy During the Holidays: With so many obligations and so much stress during this time of year, it can be easy to feel disconnected in your relationship. People often take their partner's for granted this time of year. This week, Gina and Julie and giving you tips and tools to... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

20 min listen

Sexual Communication: Many people struggle when it comes to talking about sex. This week Gina and Julie are going to give you tips and tools to make sexual communication easier! They explore the stigma and challenges around talking about sex. They'll help you find the... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

44 min listen

Surviving Family During the Holidays: It's the most wonderful time of the year! Or is it? We know the holidays can be very stressful for a lot of people. Are feeling a little nervous about spending time with your family? Do you need some help getting clear about what you want during this... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

31 min listen

Listener Question: I want a weekly sleep-over but my partner is reluctant: This week on Swoon, Gina and Julie created a special Q&A episode for our supporters on . If you didn't know this already, Swoon is completely funded by your support on Patreon. And one of the perks of joining us on Patreon is a bonus episode... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

16 min listen

Mommy Issues: This week Gina and Julie are talking about “mommy issues”! “Mommy Issues” is a label that is thrown around (usually in a negative way). Julie and Gina are sharing what it means and some of the things that contribute to mommy issues (or daddy... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

32 min listen

The Balance of Power in Your Relationship: This week Gina and Julie are talking about the balance of power in your relationship They are tackling division of labor, the invisible load, how you make decisions, who has power and who wants it. On this episode they share signs that your power is... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

29 min listen

Romance your relationship (and your life)!: This week Julie and Gina are talking about romance! They are feeling extra swoony as they chat about what makes romance so delightful. They both hear from a lot of people who want more romance in their relationships and feel like things aren't quite... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

29 min listen

Healing after betrayal: This week Gina and Julie are talking about betrayal! If you've experienced betrayal, you know how painful it can be. It can make you question your reality. On this episode they explore different kinds of betrayal and what makes betrayal so brutal.... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

35 min listen

Taking a break in your relationship: This week Gina and Julie are talking about taking a break in relationships. They discuss why you might do it, when NOT to do it and what needs to happen for it to be intentional and effective. Are you curious about taking a pause in your relationship?... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

32 min listen

Listener Question: Tips for stepparents who are struggling: This week on Swoon, Gina and Julie created a special Q&A episode for our supporters on . If you didn't know this already, Swoon is completely funded by your support on Patreon. And one of the perks of joining us on Patreon is a bonus episode each... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

14 min listen

Rupture and Repair in Relationships: This week on Swoon, Gina and Julie are talking about how to repair when ruptures happen in your relationships. Mistakes happen. Conflict happens. Disconnection happens. And because of that, knowing how to intiate and be receptive to repair is... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

38 min listen

Enjoying Erotic Pain: Join Gina and Julie as they talk about erotic pain. They share what it is (and what it isn't), when to explore pain and when to keep it in your fantasies, how to talk with your partner about your interests and how to get started if you want to... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

33 min listen

Friendship transitions and break-ups: Gina and Julie are back from their hiatus and excited to share some changes with you. On this episode they are talk about friendship break-ups and transitions. What do you do when part of your relationship needs to change but you aren't ready to give... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

37 min listen

How to cheat on your partner.: We're not really talking about how to cheat on your partner! We're joking peopel! Join Gina, Jeff and and Julie as they talk about the damage that can be done when someone decides to engage in infidelity. by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

33 min listen

How to communicate!: Jeff, Gina and Julie tell you everything you need to know when it comes to communicating with your partner effectively! And also everything that gets in the way of communicating. It's the communication episode! You're gonna love it! by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

28 min listen

How to date in your 40's.: Gina, Jeff and Julie give you all the tips and tricks when it comes to dating in your 40's. And they should know because they're all dating in their 40's! Can you believe it?? by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

35 min listen

How do I trust my gut when I’m anxious by nature?: Julie, Gina and Jeff do their best at explaining the difference between anxiety and intuition. They talk about why it’s important to tell the difference and also how normal it is to not be able to discern between the two. But when it all comes down... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

28 min listen

How do you navigate jealousy if you have a threesome?: Julie, Gina and Jeff dive into managing your jealously when you invite someone new into your relationship. The episode is filled with useful and interesting information about how to ethically open things up. A must listen for anyone who’s curious... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

31 min listen

How to address money struggles in relationship.: Julie and Gina welcome author and financial therapist, Bari Tessler! Questions and topics addressed in the episode: What are some of the most common struggles with money couples face? Why can it be so hard to get on the same page about finances... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

39 min listen

Why are you dating unavailable people?: But seriously whyyyyyyy??? Julie, Gina and Jeff get into the weeds of why you might be falling for unavailable people so you can at least gain some awareness. If you listen to the entire episode we promise you’ll only fall in love with people that... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

24 min listen

Our interview with Terry Real!: We are joined by our biggest guest ever, Terry Real, who is releasing his book, Us: Getting Past You and Me to Build a More Loving Relationship Terry is a renowned family therapist and bestselling author of The New Rules of Marriage. Terry says that... by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

37 min listen

How can I get closure?: Julie, Gina and Jeff talk about how to let go of a past relationship that you’re still feeling attached to. They detail practical steps you can take in order to get the closure you’re looking for. Now you can finally move on! You’re welcome! ;) by Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina

29 min listen

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