10% Happier with Dan Harris Dan Savage On: How to Handle Disappointment in Your Relationships, How to Get Better at Sex, and Why a 'Couple' is an Illusion
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Jan 29, 2024 
Dan Savage, renowned author and sex advice columnist, brings his frank insights to the discussion. He tackles how to handle disappointment and jealousy in relationships, emphasizing the importance of communication. Savage reveals why couples often lose their spark and offers tips to regain intimacy, particularly in the age of dating apps. He challenges the conventional notion of a 'couple' being an illusion and highlights the communication differences between gay and straight relationships, advocating for openness and negotiation in love.
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Dealing with Jealousy
- Jealousy in open relationships signals a need for better communication and reassurance.
- It's not a disqualifier but highlights potential insecurities or unmet needs.
Combating Boredom
- Boredom in long-term relationships is inevitable due to diminishing novelty and effortless adventure.
- Couples must actively create excitement together instead of faulting each other or the relationship.
Rekindling the Spark
- Rekindling a relationship's spark starts with acknowledging boredom without blame.
- Try having sex once a week outside the home and bed, with one person initiating, to introduce novelty and risk.