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88 | The Intimate Animal: Why We’re Wired For Love, Desire, And Connection In Midlife with Dr. Justin Garcia
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- Jan 28, 2026
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Have you ever looked at your long-term partner and wondered: Is this still the connection I want? Who are we now? Can we feel close again? If you've reached midlife and found yourself in a relationship that feels more like roommates than lovers, if the spark has faded and you're not sure how to reignite it, or if you're navigating the dating world again after years away, this episode is for you. Gabriella Espinosa sits down with Dr. Justin Garcia. Dr. Garcia brings decades of research to answ...