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By: Jacqueline H. Sherman, Ph.D.
Bio
Dr. Jacqueline Sherman (aka Dr. Jac) is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Certified Intimacy and Relationship Coach. She helps women discover their sexual confidence, heal from the past, and have better sex and relationships. Her specialty is working with high-achieving women, and those who have experienced pregnancy loss, fertility challenges, and trauma. She is passionate about helping women overcome perfectionism, body image issues, and judgmental thoughts that distract from passion and pleasure. She strongly believes that a pleasured woman is an empowered woman!
10 Tips for Melanated Brides
- Intimacy is not just sex. Intimacy is connection! To build long-lasting intimacy you must get comfortable practicing emotional vulnerability, safety, and trust. Trust is the foundation for everything! The deeper the trust, the deeper the intimacy. Trust creates a level of closeness that leads to more satisfied and pleasurable sexual interactions.
- Communication is lubrication, and liberation! Discussing sex and intimacy regularly, throughout the duration of your marriage will benefit your union greatly. These conversations are necessary, and will help increase sexual desire and sexual confidence.
- Don’t get caught in comparison syndrome. Intimacy in a relationship changes overtime, and sometimes couples get stuck comparing their sex life to the honeymoon phase. This is the early dating phase of a relationship. During this period certain endorphins are released in the brain that intensify intimacy. When this period dies down, couples normally notice a shift in their sexual energy. Don’t fret! This is absolutely normal and not a sign that something is wrong.
- Indulge and Unplug! Be sure to stay emotionally connected amongst all the wedding planning stress. Dealing with family, friends, and the opinions of others is not easy. Find time to unplug from it all by scheduling one date per week where you don’t discuss the wedding. This will provide you with valuable, quality time, and help you reset your emotional connection.
- Conflict is Healthy. That’s right, conflict is not necessarily a bad thing. Embracing conflict is healthy and should not be avoided. How you work through the conflict is what matters most. Conflict management and being compassionate and curious while experiencing conflict is key.
- Self-care is Sexy! Self-care is important to your mental health and intimacy. As you navigate the role of bride and wife always remember that you must fill your cup up first. Meaning, before you pour into your partner, make sure you are intentional about taking good care of yourself first. Practicing self-care will increase your confidence level and your partner will grow more attracted to you.
- Disappointment is Inevitable. We are all humans, who are imperfect. Your partner will disappoint you and vice versa. Don’t give up on your relationship because of temporary feelings of disappointment. Instead, seek help and work together to navigate the disappointment that will arise.
- Nurture Your Sexual Relationship. Infuse erotic energy into your relationship regularly. Become invested in your own pleasure, as well as your partners. Use novelty to explore your curiosities and fantasies. This will help keep the spark alive!
- Preparing for Pregnancy. Expanding your family might be a goal for your marriage. If so, be intentional on discussing how this might impact your intimacy. In order for your intimacy to continue thriving, be sure to expand your definition of sex. Include foreplay, sensuality, and eroticism into your intimate experiences to avoid sex feeling like a baby-making chore.
- While planning your wedding, and certainly on your big day remember to be mindful by S-L-O-W-I-N-G down your breath. Taking slow, deep breaths from your diaphragm is one of the best ways to connect to the present moment, in a meaningful way.
Information on Sexfirmation Cards
After a decade of helping women and couples have better sex and relationships,
Clinical Psychologist, Sexologist, and Intimacy Coach Dr. Jacqueline H. Sherman (aka Dr. Jac) presents Sexfirmation Cards, the First Sexual Wellness Card Deck for Women!
Sexfirmation Cards are available now. They are an innovative, proven, 3-step practice, to help women boost their sexual confidence and deepen intimacy. Sexfirmation Cards are a guided practice to cultivate your sexual self-care.
The 3-Step Practice
Step 1: 25 Self-Reflection Cards
Step 2: 25 Conversation Cards
Step 3: 10 Exploration Cards
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Information on Dr. Jac’s Coaching Services
Dr. Jacqueline H. Sherman (aka Dr. Jac) believes every woman deserves an exceptional sex life! She is a Clinical Psychologist, Sexologist, and Intimacy Coach. She helps couples prioritize intimacy in a way that is fun and increases excitement!
Interested in 1:1 or couples intimacy coaching? It will help take the intimacy in your relationship to the next level.
Imagine..
Having a better sex life
Deepening your intimacy
Feeling more in love with your body
Having more confidence
Talking about sex without embarrassment
Finding the time for sex & pleasure
Having a more fulfilled relationship
Visit Dr. Jac’s website to learn how to schedule a consultation call with her, today! https://www.drjac.co/oneononecoaching