Cheryl Fraser

Sex, Love & Elephants with Dr. Cheryl

Health EN ↓ 209 episodes

Ever notice that everything you thought would make you happy ever after...didn’t?   Me too. Turns out Shaun Cassidy was NOT my soulmate, orgasms only last a few seconds, and happiness is an inside job.   As a psychologist, Buddhist teacher, sex therapist & author of Buddha’s Bedroom my mission is to kick you off the couch and into your unfolded life. But first, you gotta meet your elephant. So let’s go. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Cheryl Fraser

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Latest episode

Jul 6, 2026

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Episodes

Improve your Relationship Over the Holidays: SLE Holiday Rewind Vol 1 09.12.2024

“Dr. Cheryl, can I make the holidays special with my sweetheart?” “Why do I feel so burnt out at Christmastime?” “How can I prioritize my spouse?” No matter what you celebrate, the beginning of December always feels like the unofficial start to the busiest time of year. There are company holiday parties, the kids have their plays and concerts, and the family gatherings can feel endless… And with a...

Grade Your Relationship: Pass or Fail? It’s Time For a Passion Performance Review 25.11.2024

Dr. Cheryl, is it time to reconsider my relationship? When did my hubby become so boring?  My partner cheated on me—how do I get over it? Have you ever done a relationship performance review? At work, your supervisor probably calls you in once a quarter or once a year. They give you feedback on where you're doing well, where you need to pick up the slack, and maybe even if you’re being considered...

Prisoners of the Mind—Why Suffering is Up to You: A Dharma Talk with Dr. Cheryl 11.11.2024

Dr. Cheryl, how can I be happier in my circumstances? Why is my anxiety so overpowering?  How can I stop obsessing about the future? What’s the cause of happiness? Could you be happier in a prison than you'd be in a monastery? And if we're accepting where we are, no matter good or bad, doesn't that mean that we're free?  Today’s episode of Sex, Love, and Elephants features a Dharma Talk centered a...

What Masks Do You Wear?: A Hallowe’en Dharma Talk with Dr. Cheryl 28.10.2024

Dr. Cheryl, how can I express my true self? Why do I feel the need to hide from the world?  How can I work through my anger? We all play a hundred different roles and contain multitudes, but what are the masks you wear? And who are the goblins, demons, and vampires that plague you?  Today’s episode of Sex, Love, and Elephants features a Dharma Talk where I teach about ideas that can feel much spoo...

Best Of Sex, Love & Elephants: How to Apologize Like a MoFo 14.10.2024

Missed registering for the Become Passion program? We can help you out! The first live class is this weekend.  Email support@drcherylfraser.com and we can try to get you in the back door! Dr. Cheryl, how can I learn to sincerely apologize? Should I be worried that my partner and I fight?  How can I make up with my partner after we argue? Imagine I install a camera in your home and record everythin...

Want an Exceptional Relationship? Prepare to Work 07.10.2024

Why is it so important to work on your relationship? Because when you neglect it, it grows stagnant. A love affair is a lot like a garden—if you don't tend to it, it gets overgrown with weeds. Want to revive your communication and your sex life? Are you ready to reignite love, romance, and passion and fall in love with your partner all over again—without years of counseling, silly quick-fix gimmic...

Lust Fades But Your Sex Life Shouldn’t: Dr. Cheryl & Her Hubby Talk Sex 30.09.2024

I'm a sex expert— That means my sex life is like a romantic comedy mixed with an erotic novel, right? Well, a lot of that used to be true, but things don’t always stay all sunshine, butterflies, and constant bunny rabbit sex… Want to revive your communication, romance, and sex life? Learn and practice The 3 Keys To Great Relationship so you can become one of those rare couples who are deeply conne...

Even Love Experts Suffer Communication Breakdown: Dr. Cheryl & Her Hubby Tell All 23.09.2024

What does a love and sex expert do when she gets into an argument with her husband? She acts like an absolute queen, uses all of her skills and never makes a mistake, and should win an Oscar for incredible communication skills, right? Well, it’s not quite so simple… Want to revive your communication, romance, and sex life? Learn and practice The 3 Keys To Great Relationship so you can become one o...

What’s It Like Being Married to a Love Expert? Meet Dr. Cheryl’s HUSBAND! 16.09.2024

Meet my hubby! Ever wondered what it would be like to be married to a world famous sex and love expert? On today’s episode, I’m sitting down for an interview with my very own hubby to get his take on all things Sex, Love, and Elephants. We talk about how important it is to keep the Thrill alive - and how we do that ourselves. Are you ready to create love and passion that last a lifetime? The doors...

In a Love Rut? Wish You Could Start again? Rate your Passion Triangle 09.09.2024

Are you ready to create love and passion that last a lifetime? The doors for my exclusive 12-week immersion program open October 1!  Join me for one of my FREE WORKSHOPS in early October to learn more. Click here to join the Become Passion waitlist today.  “Dr. Cheryl, I screwed up my relationship… Please HELP!” “How can I fix my broken marriage?” “Is there a way to bring back the intimacy and thr...

Best of Sex, Love, & Elephants: Great Relationships Need More Than Love—Summer of Love Part 8 02.09.2024

“Dr. Cheryl, why are relationships so hard?!” “Is there an easier way to connect with my partner?” “My spouse and I no longer ‘click’—what’s wrong with us?” Today’s Sex, Love, and Elephants is another flashback to my Summer of Love series from a few years ago. In it, I talk about why we struggle so much with the thing we longed for AND why that struggle doesn’t make us a bad person.  Tune in and h...

Best of Sex, Love, & Elephants: Start Scheduling Intimacy and Treat Your Sex Life Like a Hobby—Summer of Love Part 7 26.08.2024

“Dr. Cheryl, our sex life is so boring! How can we bring fun back to our bedroom?”  “Why don’t I ever feel horny toward my partner anymore?” “How do I know if my relationship is great?” Today’s Sex, Love, and Elephants is part of a series of my all-time favorite couples Q&A episodes that I did a few summers ago. In it, I’m teaching you my 3 predictors of a great relationship and sharing some reall...

Best of Sex, Love, & Elephants: STOP Treating Your Mate Like a Roommate—Summer of Love Part 6 19.08.2024

“Dr. Cheryl… I feel like my wife and I are more friends and roommates than lovers. How can we bring sexy back?”  “Why do men only care about sex and not romance?” “What are some great date ideas to reconnect with my partner?” Today’s Sex, Love, and Elephants is part of a series of my all-time favorite couples Q&A episodes that I did a few summers ago. In it, I’m busting the myth that men don’t car...

Best of Sex, Love, & Elephants: NOT COMPATIBLE? Think Again—Summer of Love Part 5 12.08.2024

“Dr. Cheryl, can my honey and I become more compatible?”  “I’m a homebody and my partner is a social butterfly… will our relationship last?” “How can a couple succeed in love even if they’re very different?” Today’s Sex, Love, and Elephants is part of a series of some of my all-time favorite couples Q&A episodes that I did a few summers ago. In it, I’m talking about introverts, extroverts, and ext...

Best of Sex, Love, & Elephants: What’s Your Fantasy? 50 Shades of S, L, & E—Summer of Love Part 4 05.08.2024

“Dr. Cheryl… Why am I so turned on by the idea of being sexually dominated?”  “How can I explore my sexual fantasies?” “Is it healthy to indulge in sexual fantasy? Today’s Sex, Love, and Elephants is part of a series of my all-time favorite couples Q&A episodes that I did a few summers ago. In it, I’m talking all about the beauty of sexual fantasies, why they’re healthy, and I’m debunking some ide...

Best of Sex, Love, & Elephants: Watch Your Mouth! Can Verbal Abuse Be Overcome?—Summer of Love Part 3 29.07.2024

“Dr. Cheryl, is it time to break up with my verbally abusive partner?”  “My partner and I fall into verbally abusive patterns, how can we overcome this?” “How do I know if my spouse is verbally abusing me?” Today’s Sex, Love, and Elephants is part of a series of some of my all-time favorite couples Q&A episodes that I did a few summers ago. In it, I’m sharing my advice for those of you that are wo...

Best of Sex, Love, & Elephants: Sometimes You’ve Gotta Rock the Boat—Summer of Love Part 2 22.07.2024

“ Dr. Cheryl, my honey and I never fight… Is that okay?”  “My partner avoids all conflict with me, what can I do?” “How can my spouse and I learn to communicate more effectively?” Today’s Sex, Love, and Elephants is part of a series of some of my all-time favorite episodes that I did a few summers ago. In it, I talk about why a lack of conflict can spell major issues for your relationship—and what...

Best of Sex, Love, & Elephants: Should I Stay or Should I Go?—Summer of Love Part 1 15.07.2024

“Dr. Cheryl, is it time for me to leave my relationship?” “I think my marriage is over… will I regret my decision to split?” “How do I know if there’s still hope for my sweetheart and me?” Today’s Sex, Love, and Elephants is the first in a series of some of my all-time favorite episodes that I did a few summers ago. In it, I talk about when to give your relationship another shot—and when it’s time...

Don’t Change Your Mate—Change Your MIND 08.07.2024

Want to rate your relationship on the three keys to great long term love? Take the Passion Quiz. “Dr. Cheryl, my spouse is driving me crazy! How can I fall in love with them again?” “I’m constantly annoyed by my partner, is it time to break up?” “Why is my sweetheart always doing things to piss me off?!” Think about a negative thought you’ve had about your partner—one that you might not be so eage...

Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late—Love Fiercely While You Can 01.07.2024

Want to rate your relationship on the three keys to great long term love? Take the Passion Quiz. “Dr. Cheryl, my marriage is so boring—HELP!” “How can I bring back the magic and spark to my relationship?” “Why was my partner so much more attractive when we were first dating?” Don't wait for a wake up call. Don't wait for an affair. Don't wait until your husband gets a diagnosis that scares the hel...

Best of Sex, Love, & Elephants: Don’t Make Excuses for Bad Behaviour—Apologize like a MoFo 24.06.2024

Want to rate your relationship on the three keys to great long term love? Take the Passion Quiz. Today’s episode of Sex, Love, and Elephants is one of my favorites from the early days of the podcast. In it, I talk about why a sincere vow to do better is one of the most important tools in your relationship arsenal, and why a mindful apology is an art in and of itself.  If I installed a camera in yo...

Why Aren’t We Happier?: A Dharma Talk with Dr. Cheryl 17.06.2024

Want to rate your relationship on the three keys to great long term love? Take the Passion Quiz. “Dr. Cheryl, why am I so unhappy?” “I’m always upset—How can I learn to go with the flow?” “Nothing good ever happens to me, what’s the secret to happiness?” Why is it that we’re so puzzled about the fundamental ground of what leads to more happiness and less suffering? As it turns out, there is a way...

For a Positive Relationship, Fight Your Negativity Bias 10.06.2024

Want to rate your relationship on the three keys to great long term love? Take the Passion Quiz  “Dr. Cheryl, why am I always so pessimistic about my relationship?” “How can my partner and I be more positive about one another?” “Why can’t my sweetheart do anything right?!” It may be 2024, but we still have brains that evolved from the cave days. Over the eons, our brains have developed certain sur...

Making Love Matters - Suffering From a Sexless Bedroom? Prioritize Your Sensual Life 03.06.2024

Want to rate your relationship on the three keys to great long term love? Take the Passion Quiz  “Dr. Cheryl, my partner and I haven’t had sex in months—PLEASE HELP!” “Why does sexual desire slow down in long term relationship? “How can I bring back the sex and passion to my relationship?” You've heard me say it before on this podcast: Sexless relationships are way more common than you think. The...

Embrace the Moment, Treasure Your Sweetheart 27.05.2024

“Dr. Cheryl, how can I shake up my boring relationship?” “Why does it feel like we’re roommates instead of lovers?” “How can my sweetheart and I learn to live and love in the moment?” One of the worst silent killers in relationships is when we find ourselves slowly falling into complacency and boredom overtime. When we lose that loving feeling, it can lead to major disappointment and dissatisfacti...

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