July 2025

How to Talk About Sex…Without Shame, Shutdown, or Disconnection

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Healing communication when one partner says “no” to intimacy Talking about sex in a committed relationship can feel like walking into emotionally charged territory. For many couples, the conversation around intimacy is loaded with vulnerability, fear of rejection, or past pain. That’s why in the latest episode of the Roadmap to Secure Love podcast, certified […]

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How to Talk Securely About Boring Sex with Your Partner: A Guide to Deeper Connection

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We all want passion, connection, and joy in our intimate relationships—but what happens when sex becomes boring? It’s a vulnerable question. One that’s difficult to ask out loud, especially with someone you love deeply. In the latest episode of the Roadmap to Secure Love podcast, therapists Kimberly Castelo and Kyle Benson explore how to talk

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Trusting Yourself: The First Step Toward Secure Love

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In a world full of distractions, expectations, and emotional overwhelm, one of the hardest things we can do is trust ourselves. In the latest episode of the Roadmap to Secure Love podcast, hosts Kimberly Castelo and Kyle Benson take a deep dive into what it really means to trust yourself—and why this simple concept is

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How to Manage Emotional Flooding & Strengthen Your Relationship

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Have you ever been in a conversation with your partner when suddenly, your emotions take over? Your heart starts racing, your thoughts become scattered, and before you know it, you’re either lashing out or shutting down. This overwhelming response is called emotional flooding, and it’s one of the most common reasons conflicts escalate in relationships.

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Breaking Generational Parenting Patterns: How to Raise Secure Kids

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Parenting is a journey filled with both joy and challenges, but for many of us, it also brings up unresolved wounds from our own childhood. The way we were raised—whether we experienced emotional neglect, strict discipline, or a lack of validation—deeply influences how we show up for our children. The challenge? Breaking generational parenting patterns

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7 Daily Rituals Intentional Couples Use to Cultivate Lasting Love

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Due to the daily pressures, distractions, and dynamics of modern life, a romantic relationship doesn’t have to be dysfunctional to grow distant over time. Long working hours and the demands of raising children can push date night, sex, and romantic vacations to last place on the priority list. Researchers at UCLA observed 30 dual-career couples

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Naming Your Relationship’s Enemy: The Problematic Pattern of Disconnection

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In the tapestry of human relationships, understanding the attachment material that weaves our interactions is paramount to fostering healthier connections. One crucial aspect of this understanding is recognizing the negative interactive cycle that is a virus to a couples connection. An invisible force that creates yucky feelings of disconnection and loneliness in the relationship. The

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The Attachment Map: Charting A Course For Secure Connection

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Pause and Reflect: How do you usually react when feelings of insecurity or dissatisfaction emerge within your relationship? Do you tend to withdraw, resort to criticism and control, or seek connection through gentle vulnerability? When your partner extends a comforting hand, do you find solace and relaxation, or do apprehension and discomfort cast shadows on

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Embracing Emotional Connection Strategies for Healthier Relationships

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In today’s fast-paced world, where communication often happens in bytes and briefs, the art of emotional connection in relationships can feel like a relic of a bygone era. Yet, as the latest episode of the Roadmap to Secure Love Podcast, vividly illustrates, the essence of truly understanding and connecting with our partners lies in mastering

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