Ep. 19 - The Truth About Love, Sex & Lasting Relationships | Featuring Dr. Anna Elton
In this episode of The Palm Beach Current, we sit down with Dr. Anna Elton—relationship expert, licensed marriage and family therapist, clinical sexologist, and author of The Formula of Desire—to explore what really keeps love, intimacy, and connection alive in long-term relationships.
Drawing from her work with more than 700 couples and years of research, Dr. Elton explains why love and desire aren't the same thing, how healthy relationships can slowly shift into "roommate" territory, and the small, intentional habits that can help couples reconnect before it's too late. She shares the science behind attraction, responsive desire, communication, physical touch, and the surprising ways technology can quietly erode intimacy.
The conversation also covers modern dating, relationship myths, the importance of staying curious about your partner, and practical strategies couples can begin using today—from daily check-ins to rebuilding emotional and physical connection over time.
Whether you're dating, newly married, or have been with your partner for decades, this insightful conversation offers research-backed advice and actionable takeaways for building stronger, healthier, and more fulfilling relationships.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- Why desire naturally changes in long-term relationships
- The difference between love and attraction—and why they often get confused
- How communication patterns can strengthen or weaken intimacy
- Practical habits that help couples reconnect emotionally and physically
- The impact of technology, dating apps, and modern life on relationships
- Simple exercises to create more connection, gratitude, and passion every day
