{"podcast":{"title":"The Secure Husband","slug":"the-secure-husband-7258341","podcast_index_feed_id":7258341,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-secure-husband","website_url":"https://securehusband.com","image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/HkPRzX_jb9NYxmQFwZYB3MTDKZMPMXQLTUan_DkdLjE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xM2Vj/NGY4MTMxZDhhNmE5/ZGI4YzVmMjNmZjRh/YWU4MC5wbmc.jpg","author":"M. Bruce Abbott","episode_count":180,"summary":"A Secure Husband no longer seeks validation from his wife; he stands strong in self-worth, meets his own emotional needs, and leads with confidence and clarity. I’ve been where you are, and I’m here to help you break free from old patterns, reclaim your strength, and transform your marriage from the inside out.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-26T04:20:40.877988+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-secure-husband-7258341"},"episode":{"title":"\"All You Think About Is Sex\" (Sex and The Dismissive Avoidant Wife Podcast Series)","slug":"all-you-think-about-is-sex-sex-and-the-dismissive-avoidant-wife-podcast-series","published_at":"2026-07-14T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-secure-husband-7258341/all-you-think-about-is-sex-sex-and-the-dismissive-avoidant-wife-podcast-series","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-secure-husband-7258341","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/c4222775","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/c4222775/d0236228.mp3","summary":"Have you ever told your wife you miss being close to her, only to hear, \"All you think about is sex\"? That statement can be one of the most painful things a husband hears. In this episode, we explore why many dismissive avoidant wives experience those conversations very differently than anxious husbands intend. While you may be asking for connection, reassurance, and emotional closeness, she may hear pressure, criticism, or another reminder that she is falling short. We'll discuss why sex often represents much more than physical intimacy for many husbands, how different attachment styles create misunderstandings, and why good intentions can still be received in painful ways. You'll also learn how to communicate your deeper needs without minimizing your desire for intimacy or abandoning yourself in the process. Understanding what is happening beneath the surface can help you break the pursue-withdraw cycle and build healthier conversations about sex and connection. If this episode describes your marriage, I'd love to invite you to schedule a free 30-minute consultation. It's simply a conversation about what's happening in your marriage and how coaching might work for you. No sales pitch, no pressure, just a chance to see if it's a good fit and how I can help. If you struggle with life, marriage and relationships and are ready to thrive,check out the resources from Certified Professional Coach Bruce Abbott at https://SecureHusband.com. #MarriageHelp #DeadBedroom #AttachmentStyles #DismissiveAvoidant #RelationshipAdvice #sexlessmarriage All content is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical or psychological diagnosis or treatment. Always consult your physician before starting any treatment or therapy. This includes all content on this site, email, blo…","meta_description":"Have you ever told your wife you miss being close to her, only to hear, \"All you think about is sex\"? That statement can be one of the most painful things…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1123,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-secure-husband-7258341/episodes/all-you-think-about-is-sex-sex-and-the-dismissive-avoidant-wife-podcast-series/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-secure-husband-7258341/all-you-think-about-is-sex-sex-and-the-dismissive-avoidant-wife-podcast-series.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}