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What does it actually look like to prepare—mentally, emotionally, and relationally—before taking your first step into something new?

In this episode of The Partnership Lab, we’re in the research phase. Before anything happens, before any lines are crossed, before any real-world experiences—we’re doing the work. Roz is preparing for a women’s retreat focused on pleasure, desire, and self-discovery, and together we walk through what that preparation actually looks like in real time. From homework assignments and self-reflection exercises to a live hall pass conversation, this episode captures the questions, boundaries, and emotions that come up before taking a first step.

This isn’t a recap. This is the lead-up.

In This Episode

• What we’ve been up to since Episode 1
• Roz’s upcoming women’s retreat and what drew her to it
• The “homework” assignments leading up to the retreat
• Erotic blueprints and BDSM test results
• A real-time hall pass conversation (before anything happens)
• Boundaries, communication, and how we’re approaching this intentionally
• Excitement, fears, and what we’re both feeling going into it

Contact us at with comments, questions, stories, advice, encouragement, or whatever else you want to send: thepartnershiplabpodcast@gmail.com

Suggested resources mentioned in the episode:

• Expansive Connection - https://www.expansiveconnection.com/
• Sapio Tours - https://sapiotours.com/
• Monogamish Marriage Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-monogamish-marriage/id1586549659
• BDSM Test - https://bdsmtest.org/
• How to Build a Sex Room - https://www.netflix.com/title/81220971
• Erotic Blueprint Quiz - https://missjaiya.com/
• Roz's Walk-On Music:
  • https://music.apple.com/us/album/stand-out/1452864288?i=1452864786
  • https://music.apple.com/us/album/high-hopes/1361152002?i=1361152303
• Max's Walk-On Music (Secret Show Note Easter Egg):
  • https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-man/1440900336?i=1440900406

Disclaimer

These conversations reflect our own observations and experiences and are not professional or institutional advice. They do not reflect the thoughts or opinions of employers, family, or guests, nor imply their approval of the content shared.