The Six Types of Intimacy w/ Mary Jo Rapini

Mama Knows

Cloud10

Parenting, Kids & Family

5 • 1K Ratings

🗓️ 4 February 2025

⏱️ 53 minutes

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In this conversation, Nina and Mary Jo Rapini explore the multifaceted concept of intimacy, emphasizing that it extends beyond sexual relations to include emotional, experiential, intellectual, and spiritual connections. They discuss the importance of communication in maintaining intimacy, especially after significant life changes such as having children. The conversation highlights the necessity of understanding and nurturing different types of intimacy to foster a healthy, long-term relationship. In this conversation, Nina and Mary discuss the complexities of intimacy in marriage, especially during the challenging parenting years. They explore the different forms of intimacy, the importance of communication, and how to navigate feelings of disconnection. The discussion emphasizes the need for partners to understand each other's needs and the dynamics of their relationship, particularly in the context of raising children. 00:00: Understanding Intimacy: Beyond the Surface 03:01: The Six Types of Intimacy 05:59: Navigating Changes After Kids 09:04: The Importance of Communication in Relationships 12:05: Exploring the Different Types of Intimacy 14:59: The Role of Spiritual Intimacy 17:59: Accepting Change in Long-Term Relationships 21:15: Navigating Parenting and Intimacy 26:29: Understanding Intimacy in Marriage 28:21: Addressing Disconnection in Relationships 35:11: Encouraging Partner Engagement in Relationship Growth Mary Jo Rapini, MEd, LPC, is a leading psychotherapist specializing in intimacy, sex and relationships. Based in Houston, Texas, she operates a private practice dedicated to providing exceptional services as a relationship and intimacy/sex psychotherapist. A highly sought after keynote speaker, Rapini's captivating speaking style resonates profoundly with individuals facing delicate intimacy issues and relationship challenges. She excels in guiding individuals through weight loss surgery and the transition to a healthier lifestyle, as well as addressing unspoken questions surrounding intimacy and sex in relationships. Additionally, Rapini has a unique talent for inspiring and empowering young girls dealing with body image issues, delivering a message that nurtures their transformation into reality, self assured women. Rapini is the accomplished author of several influential books, including "Is God Pink? Dying to Heal" as as a co-author of "Start Talking: A Girl's Guide for You and Your Mom about Health, Sex or Whatever" and R-Coupling: A Couple's 4 Step Guide to Greater Intimacy and Better Sex." Stay connected with Mary Jo Rapini Facebook - facebook.com/maryjorapini Twitter - @maryjorapini Instagram - @maryjorapini Episode Sponsers: Branch Basics- Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code mamaknows at https://branchbasics.com/mamaknows #branchbasicspod Factor - Get started at factormeals.com/mamaknows50off and use code mamaknows50off to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:35.9	You know, I was just asking some of my friends because of this episode, I was wondering what the first thing came to mind was when they heard the word intimacy.
0:47.1	And for me personally, like sex, right? Like most people associate intimacy with sex. You think that's what it means. And most of them said the
0:57.3	same thing. Actually, all of them said the same thing. So I thought it would be really cool to do an
1:02.3	entire episode on what does intimacy mean and are there different types of intimacy and what types
1:09.4	are important? Which one can you live
1:11.5	without? Which one can you not? Etc. So we found you, Mary Jo. And I'm so excited to have you
1:17.4	on the podcast today. But before we dive in, can you tell us a little bit about yourself?
1:22.3	My name is Mary Jo Rapini and I'm a licensed psychotherapist, specializing in intimacy and relationships.
1:30.8	And basically, I have a private practice where I see people, but I also have a YouTube channel,
1:37.0	and it's my name, YouTube.
1:40.2	And what I found is that couples, when they come in for therapy, one of their biggest problems
1:47.6	is they get disconnected.
1:49.9	And in fact, that's a leading cause of divorce.
1:53.0	And it goes under the umbrella of communication, which is one of the big three reasons people
1:58.8	do divorce, communication, lack of sex, and money issues. And so as I
2:06.4	talk to them about their communication, I find out that they're not only not communicating well,
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