Shana James

Practicing Love: Have the Best Love and Sex of Your Life After 40

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Love between humans is not easy, and most of us never had great examples or education about emotions, communication, sex, or what keeps love alive. When you add the challenges of aging to the mix, love becomes even more complicated. Many people end up settling, or giving up on what they want most. But you don't have to! Dating and relationships become easier when you hear people share vulnerably about their struggles, and how they've created more connection and excitement. I bring my 20 years of experience, coaching thousands of people, to help you see what's possible, and how the practice of...

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Shana James

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#11: Getting the Love You Want Without Demands or Complaints 30.01.2025 37:29

How do we get the love we want in relationships? And the attention? Whether your partner is exhausted after work, or your date has a bad cell phone habit, It's easy to complain about what you don't get. Today's podcast gives you a new practice for getting the love you want, and the attention you need, instead of learning how to stop wanting attention. Find out how to have the best love and sex of...

#10: How to Be Less Irritated With Your Partner 16.01.2025 37:01

There's no relationship where you won't get irritated or annoyed, so it's best to figure out how to deal with it. Today's podcast shows you how to deal with irritation in a loving way that brings you closer with someone you're dating, or in a relationship with. Find out how to have the best love and sex of your life! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/burble...

#9: How to Keep Passion Alive, Even With Desire Differences 09.01.2025 37:46

Just because you're attracted to, or fall in love with someone, it doesn't mean your sexual styles or desired frequency of sex will be the same. Today's podcast focuses on how to navigate style and desire discrepancies, to keep intimacy and passion alive. Find out how to have the best love and sex of your life! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/burble Licen...

#8: Your Relationship Doesn't Have to Look Like Anyone Else's 26.12.2024 42:19

Without healthy relationship role models it's hard to know what we should tolerate in a romantic relationship, and what else is possible. And without seeing into others' relationships it can be hard to know if what you're doing is working, and will last. Today we talk about the vulnerability and joy of creating a unique relationship that works for you. Find out how to have the best love and sex of...

#7: Stop a Relationship From Drifting, Fading or Falling Apart 12.12.2024 45:19

Relationships are always at risk of drifting apart if you don't do anything to stop it. Today's guests are a couple who consciously chooses to keep their love alive, rather than sleepwalk through their relationship. They share their challenges and give you tools and perspectives to stop love from fading or falling apart. Find out how to have the best love and sex of your life! Music from #Uppbea...

#6: Stop "Farting" Around and Create Real, Secure Connection 05.12.2024 39:31

Sometimes we are aware of pain or struggle in a relationship, without realizing we are the one who has a role in creating it. To have a healthy, satisfying relationship, we have to learn how to uplift a partner, rather than cut them down. Steve Horsmon lays out a path for clearing "farts" out of your relationship. Find out how to have the best love and sex of your life! Music from #Uppbeat (free...

#5: Anxious + Avoidant Attachment Style Doesn't Have To = The End 21.11.2024 40:29

When one partner's attachment style is anxious, and the other's is avoidant, it can be painful for both. But you can learn to consciously communicate and create ways for each person to feel safe and valued. Today's guests talk about how to lovingly collaborate and negotiate, to meet the needs and desires of each partner. Find out how to have the best love and sex of your life! Music from #Uppbea...

#4: How to Make it Through Challenges Together 14.11.2024 37:03

Love can be a challenge. On this episode of Practicing Love, we delve into why it isn't like fairytales and movies tell us it should be. Find out how to have the best love and sex of your life! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/burble License code: FTDWN40V3UIZ5PJL

#3: What Love is When You Don't Betray Yourself 07.11.2024 39:21

After divorce or betrayal, many people give up on love. But discovering what love really is, and how to create a loving partnership where you don't lose or betray yourself, is one of the most fulfilling and growthful journeys in life. Ashlynn Allen helps you find the courage to experience what love can be, while you stay true to yourself. Find out how to have the best love and sex of your life! ...

#2: A Conscious Man's Foundations For a Conscious Relationship 31.10.2024 47:26

Practicing love gets easier as you learn tools to communicate and connect consciously. Today's episode is full of wisdom from a man who has worked hard to evolve. Christopher Veal's path from being a Marine Corps officer to the host of the Vulnerable Man podcast has been raw and deep. He is full of wisdom for those who want to create a conscious, loving, fulfilling relationship. Find out how to h...

#1: The What, Why, and How of Practicing Love 10.10.2024 24:01

In this intro episode of Practicing Love, I introduce the concept of love as a practice, rather than a static feeling, or something to achieve once and for all. I emphasize the importance of exploring love with humility and curiosity, of growing (through both dating and in relationships), and the need for vulnerable honesty if we want to keep relationships alive and satisfying for the long-term. I...