# (#56) From Resentment to Romance-The Sure Thing That Brings the Spark Back with Elana Auerbach

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Podcast: [Now What](https://stenobird.com/podcast/now-what-7067347)
Published: 2026-02-19T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://motivatewithmelis.com/
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## Resource

If your sex life feels more like a chore than a connection, this episode is for you. I'm joined by Elana Auerbach , author of The Sure Thing , to talk about how a simple weekly pleasure practice can rebuild intimacy — on purpose. This isn't about pressure or performance… it's about presence. ✨ In This Episode: The difference between spontaneous desire vs. responsive desire (game changer) Why scheduling intimacy can actually make it hotter The 3 essentials for a lasting practice: commitment, effort & devotion How pleasure fuels connection, confidence, and courageous kindness Grab Elana's book + learn more: 👉 SureThingExperiment.com 📖 Available on Amazon & Barnes & Noble (online only) — See you next time on Now What?! , and remember… Midlife isn't a crisis — it's just a plot twist. 💄✨ xoxo melis 🎙️ Now What?! Podcast by Motivate with Melis 🎧 Listen on Spotify & Apple 📸 IG: @motivatewithmelis 📺 YouTube: @MelissaMurphyNowWhatPodcast 🌐 motivatewithmelis.com 📩 info@motivatewithmelis.com

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