Spiritual Intimacy: Being Seen, Sharing Meaning, and Deepening Connection

In this episode of the Human Intimacy Podcast, Dr. Kevin Skinner and MaryAnn Michaelis explore the often-misunderstood concept of spiritual intimacy. Moving beyond narrow definitions of religion, they discuss spirituality as a deeply human experience—how we make meaning, experience stillness, share vulnerability, and feel connected to something greater than ourselves.

Through personal stories, cross-cultural insights, and reflections on nature, trauma, loss, healing, and disclosure, this conversation highlights how spiritual intimacy can exist in marriages, families, friendships, and even therapeutic spaces. The episode also addresses spiritual wounding, attachment injuries related to faith, and how creating safety allows partners to share their deepest beliefs, doubts, and experiences.

Ultimately, this discussion invites listeners to slow down, reflect on their own spiritual story, and consider how allowing themselves to be fully seen—without judgment—can lead to profound bonding and connection.

📚 Resources Mentioned

• Unbroken – Laura Hillenbrand

• The Betrayal Bond – Patrick Carnes

• The Art of Confession – Exploring confession and disclosure across spiritual traditions

• Mindful eye-contact meditation for couples (used in intensives)

• Impact Letters, Disclosure, and Emotional Restitution as sacred relational moments

• Reflective exercise: Writing your personal spiritual narrative

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