Couples Ignite The Fire

Emotional Intimacy

Song of Solomon 2:16
I am my beloved’s, is surrendering one self to your spouse and, "My beloved is mine, " equates to complete security and trust that one's heart is safe in their partner's hands.

Exercise:
During our last 'storm'—whether it was stress, grief, or a disagreement—did we turn toward each other for safety, or did we withdraw into ourselves?
A Couple That Plays Together Stays Together

Emotional Intimacy
​Emotional intimacy is the intentional heart of a relationship. It is the moment you choose to move from a thought to a gesture. Taking just 10 minutes to share a cup of tea or coffee sends a powerful message: "I see you."
​What is one small act of kindness you can do for each other that would make the biggest difference in your marriage?

“Intimacy is “into-me-see.” I am going to talk to you, my beloved, and I am going to share with you my most prized possessions, which are no longer my dowry and the fruit of my womb but my hopes, my aspirations, my fears, my longings, my feelings—in other words, my inner life. And you, my beloved, will give me eye contact. No scrolling while I bare my soul. I need to feel your empathy and validation. My significance depends on it.” -Esther Perel

The intimacy of listening.

The intimacy of never letting your partner sleep with a broken heart at night.

The intimacy of never letting your frustration out on someone who is only there to be with you.

Emotional intimacy is so underrated and so important.

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