341. The Emotional Costs Of Being In A Sexless Marriage

If you’ve been a longtime listener of our podcast, you know that we always emphasize the deep connection between emotional intimacy and sexual intimacy . The two are inseparable—when one is lacking, the other suffers. And when sexual intimacy begins to fade in a marriage, the emotional toll can be devastating. In this episode, we tackle a difficult but necessary conversation: the emotional impacts of a sexless (or nearly sexless) marriage and why, if left unaddressed, it often leads to divorce . We’ll discuss: Why sex is more than just physical —It’s a bonding experience that builds trust, connection, and closeness. How emotional and physical intimacy fuel each other —When physical affection disappears, so does emotional security, leading to loneliness, resentment, and disconnection. What happens to a marriage when one spouse feels rejected —Lack of intimacy can make one or both spouses feel unwanted, unseen, or unloved, creating a wedge in the relationship. Why resentment builds over time —When needs aren’t met, frustration and bitterness take over, making it even harder to reconnect. And much more! But we’re not just here to talk about the problems—we’re here to offer real solutions . If you’re struggling in this area, or you don't want to ever struggle in this area, this podcast episode is for you! If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why over 800,000 people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews! WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HERE The Ultimate Intimacy Sexual Intimacy Marriage Course can be found HERE The Intimacy and Adventure Marriage Retreat to connect on a deeper level as a couple! Find out more at https://ultimateintimacy.com/retreats/ Follow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more. If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at amy@ultimateintimacy.com and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review. Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!