For many, though not all, long term relationships can mean a dwindling in the expression of physical affection.  

The distractions of daily life can often result in less hand holding, intimacy and even less quality time spent with a partner.  

So, what can be done to keep the spark in a long term relationship?  

Joining Jonathan on The Hard Shoulder was Alanna Kirk, author and midlife coach, Amanda Brunker, writer and playwright, and Francis Kelleher, dating and relationship expert. 

Listen here.