Intimacy is confronting because as you go deeper into the soul you are also allowing yourself to become increasingly vulnerable to your partner. Your heart is exposed and what was hidden in the shadows is now laid bare. The real you, warts and all, is being exposed to the light. And although it can be uncomfortable, it doesn't need to be feared or avoided. It should be celebrated because when you stop hiding from the inner pain it's your chance to deal with the issues, to heal the wounds, and become whole in yourself.
No one is perfect. We all have our flaws. But that's ok because love is perfect. A couple, who are committed to each other, who can look into each other's eyes and do the inner work together in an honest and understanding way, can build a strong and secure relationship that will not only withstand the storms of life but reveal rich treasures of passion that only soul-deep loving can uncover.