In this episode of the Intimate Marriage Podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD, discusses the importance of intimacy in a marriage, especially during the holiday season. She shares four rituals that couples can practice to enhance their connection, pleasure, and intimacy, to feel closer and happier with one another.  These rituals include ways of embracing, presence and eye gazing, connecting with one another at the end of each day, and engaging in sensual exploration in the bedroom. Alexandra emphasizes the need for intentionality and open communication in implementing each of these rituals, which can be done individually, or in any combinations.   Also in this episode: Embrace for at least 20 seconds every day to increase connection and reduce stress. Practice eye gazing as a way to enhance attraction and deepen the feeling of connection. Ask each other about something important from your day to foster meaningful conversation and understanding. Engage in sensual exploration in the bedroom, taking turns as the giver and receiver, as you enjoy various sensations. Enroll in “Holiday Passion: The Art of Uncompromising Intimacy amidst crazy year-end schedules and seasonal stress”: www.alexandrastockwell.com/masterclass This is Dr. Alexandra’s FREE Masterclass which will occur on December 14th at 1 PM PST–if you can’t make it live, sign up anyway to receive the replay.   Blindfold recommended by Dr. Alexandra: https://amzn.to/3cUUiib Sign up for Dr. Alexandra’s email list: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe Contact Dr. Alexandra: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/contact/   Subscribe To The Intimate Marriage Podcast: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With Alexandra Stockwell, MD: Website | Linkedin | Instagram   Get your copy of “Uncompromising Intimacy” by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here: https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra’s bestselling book, “Uncompromising Intimacy,” here:  https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra’s proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully:  www.alignedhotmarriage.com Join Dr. Alexandra’s email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights and opportunities to learn with her:  https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe   About Alexandra Stockwell, MD Known as “The Intimacy Doctor,” Alexandra Stockwell, MD is a Relationship and Intimacy Coach and an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching ambitious, successful couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships. She is the bestselling author of “Uncompromising Intimacy,” host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast and creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program.