“There's so much bravery in saying ‘my sex life matters’”Imagine this: you've just broken free from a decade-long relationship that didn't quite fit, and then you find someone new, someone exciting, and the text messages start heating up. But as you settle into the relationship, you realize your partner isn't quite on the same page when it comes to acting on those steamy promises. How do you navigate this shift in your sexual dynamic? Lucky for us, we have marriage and family therapist and sex educator Dr. Juliana Hauser joining us again on Hotter Than Ever to help tackle our latest listener question.Join Erin and Dr. Juliana as they discuss the importance of clear and unapologetic  communication of sexual needs and desires within relationships, offering practical strategies for addressing these discrepancies with your partner. Here's a sneak peek of what's in store:Sexuality is not a luxury, but a necessity and it should be prioritized as suchTalk about sexual needs as a team, focusing on understanding each other's perspectives and co-creating solutionsIdentify the behavioral changes and solutions you’re looking for before you talk about them with your partnerHow trauma, fantasies and changes in life circumstances can create differences in sexual expression Ensure that empathy doesn’t overshadow your agency and advocating for your needs and desiresKeep the initial conversation focused, intentional, and short Want advice about some aspect of your life over 40?  DM us on IG  @hotterthaneverpod or text/leave a voicemail on the Hotter Than Ever Hottie Hotline at (323) 844-2303 and your question could end up on the show!OUR GUEST: Dr. Juliana Hauser, is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed professional counselor (LPC), and holds a PhD in Counseling Education. As a seasoned therapist and educator with a focus on sex positivity, she's authored sex-positive programs for Planned Parenthood, managed a halfway house, and worked with sexual abuse survivors and abusers. Her conversational therapy style has earned her the nickname 'you’re like my best girlfriend…with a PhD.' Join Dr. Hauser in her mission to spread holistic, non-intimidating sex positivity worldwide.Want more Dr. Juliana? Find her online at https://dr-juliana.com/ and follow her on:Instagram: @drjulianahauser Facebook: @drjulianamorris Want more Hotter Than Ever? Find us online at www.hotterthaneverpod.com and sign up for our mailing list! Follow us on:Instagram: @hotterthaneverpod  TikTok: @hotterthaneverpod   Youtube: @hotterthaneverpod  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090728330453  Follow Hotter Than Ever wherever you listen to podcasts - we’re on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and more! That way you’ll never miss an...