August 18, 2026

What You Got Wrong About Men & Sex in Marriage

Let's talk about the five lies about men and sex that might be quietly destroying your marriage… because most couples aren't fighting about sex. They're fighting about connection, rejection, and feeling unseen, and nobody ever gave them the language to say that out loud. In this episode I'm breaking down the five most harmful myths about male sexuality that I see playing out in long term relationships over and over again, from "he just wants sex" to "men don't take rejection personally." Once you see these lies for what they are, the dynamic between you can start to shift. I'm also giving you one conversation to have this week that can completely change how you and your partner understand each other. And the best part? You don't have to do a single thing you don't want to do to get there. ABOUT EMILY: Emily Morse is a Doctor of Human Sexuality, author and host of the #1 rated Sex with Emily podcast. Known as a renowned sexologist, Dr. Emily has helped millions of people around the world navigate their sex lives. Her candid and often funny conversations challenge cultural taboos, misinformation and awkward sex talks to create a future where people can deeply connect and embrace pleasure-filled lives. Because, life is too short for bad sex. CONNECT WITH EMILY: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexwithemily/ X: https://twitter.com/sexwithemily Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sexwithemily TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sexwithemily Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sexwithemily WANT MORE? Visit the Website: https://sexwithemily.com/ which includes FREE guides. Free Downloadable Guides: https://sexwithemily.com/guides/ Text With Me: https://sexwithemily.com/text Receive Sex Tips On The Regular: https://sexwithemily.com/subscribe Interested in 1:1 Coaching with Emily? Go to http://sexwithemily.com/coaching to apply! This episode is sponsored by: Bellesa: EVERYONE who signs up wins a FREE Rose suction toy with their order! https://www.bboutique.co/vibe/emilymorse-podcast Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:21 Lie 1: His Whole Agenda Is Sex 02:45 Lie 2: Men Don't Need Emotional Intimacy 04:10 Lie 3: Men Are Always Ready for Sex 05:20 Lie 4: Sex Is Just Physical for Men 06:15 Lie 5: Men Don't Take Rejection Personally 07:45 The Cycle Nobody Talks About 08:30 Two Different Languages of Connection 09:00 Try This: Notice How He Reaches for Connection 10:05 Responsive Desire Explained 12:00 The One Conversation to Have This Week 13:30 Questions to Ask Each Other 14:30 What Couples Are Really Fighting About Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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