#91: The Secret Link Between Intimacy and Vitality After 40 With Shana James

Could Intimacy Be the Missing Key to Vitality After 40? For more than 20 years, Shana James has been a trusted guide in the realm of relationships, offering profound insights into the causes of disconnection and the subtle art of rebuilding trust. A relationship coach with a Master’s in psychology, Shana is certified in DISC and Positive Intelligence, and has facilitated decades of Authentic Relating workshops—blending communication, mindfulness, and sensuality to help people reconnect with themselves and others. Shana is passionate about helping individuals over 40 find or reignite deep, meaningful love. Her groundbreaking approach shows that emotional intimacy and being truly seen and heard in a relationship can fuel not only passion but also our physical health and mental vitality. As she says: “Most of us have never learned how to bring our desires, pain, or truth into connection. We think it’s going to create conflict—but it’s actually the pathway to intimacy.” She hosts two transformative podcasts: Man Alive , with over 300 episodes featuring thought leaders and intimacy experts, and Practicing Love: Have the Best Love and Sex of Your Life After 40 , a bold invitation to reclaim joy and connection later in life. Her TEDx talk, What 1000 Men’s Tears Reveal About the Crisis Between Men and Women , unveils the silent pain and unmet needs that often go unspoken in our relationships, and the healing that becomes possible when we finally listen. She is the author of two acclaimed books: 📘 Honest Sex: A Passionate Path to Deepen Connection and Keep Relationships Alive 📕 Power and Pleasure: A Man’s Guide to Becoming a Confident and Satisfied Lover and Leader In this episode of Beyond the Pills , Shana shares why real intimacy—emotional, physical, and spiritual—isn’t just a luxury; it’s a necessity for personal and workplace well-being. As companies search for ways to reduce healthcare costs and boost team performance, the answer might be closer to home than we think. 🎯 Key Insight: “Intimacy isn’t just about romance—it’s about being fully alive. When we’re deeply connected, we’re less stressed, more creative, and more productive.” 🔗 Take the intimacy quiz: shanajamescoaching.com/quiz