Podcasts about intimacy in marriage

Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!Cass Morrow, Author of Disrupting Divorce: The NEW Man. Saving Struggling, Sexless, and Toxic Marriages.Kathryn Morrow, Author of Behind The White Picket Fence.The Roommate Marriage Nobody Talks About!Nobody wants to admit it, but most couples are living in a roommate marriage—zero intimacy, just business partners.In this episode of The ‘NEW' Marriage (Ep384), Cass and Kathryn go raw on trust, erectile dysfunction, sexless marriage, manipulation, boundaries, and why “closure” is a modern myth.Time to break the silence, call out the bullshit, and get your marriage off life support.DM PODCAST for the real fix.

What if the reason you don't want to be touched at the end of the day… isn't rejection - but nervous system overload?In this honest, hope-filled conversation, I sit down with Dr. Sarah Bartel, moral theologian and Catholic sex & marriage coach, to talk about what it really means to feel touched out - especially as a wife and mom - and how couples can rebuild loving intimacy without pressure, guilt, or shame.We explore the science of the nervous system, the theology of mutual self-gift, and practical steps couples can take this week to create safe touch that builds desire instead of shutting it down.If you've ever loved your husband deeply but felt completely overstimulated by the end of the day… this episode will feel like a deep exhale.We had some major tech issues with this episode, so thank you for your understanding if you notice some minor issues! We did our best to repair & restore the audio!

We continue the conversation with Kait and JJ Tomlin, but we dive deeper into understanding ways to be more intimate with our spouse. Calling out our feelings, checking ourselves, and seeking God's truth as you walk through tough times. They delve into the surprises and challenges they faced and the importance of pre-engagement and premarital counseling. JJ shares his journey of overcoming resentment and selfishness, highlighting the impact of ownership and repentance on their marriage. The Tomlins speak candidly about their sex life, illustrating the importance of realistic expectations, too. We also address a listener's question about dealing with pain, mental health issues, and a perceived lack of support from her spouse. Take The FREE Marriage Assessment See Where You Are In The Reactive Cycle Click Here For More Information About Marriage Resources Contact the show! Sign up for our FREE Marriage Newsletter Send us your email or voice mail here! Send Us A Review! Support the show! Suicide Prevention Hotline If you enjoyed listening to the Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage podcast with Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley, please give us your feedback.

Feeling disconnected in your marriage, even when nothing is “wrong”? In this episode, we talk about the three kinds of intimacy (spiritual, emotional, physical) and why surface-level fixes like date nights don't work if you don't address the root. We'll walk you through the starting point that changes everything: an honest conversation to diagnose what's actually driving the drift (busyness, unresolved conflict, unmet expectations, stress, trust, spiritual stagnancy). Then we share simple, practical rhythms that rebuild connection over time, including prayer, Weekly Marriage Meetings, and daily check-ins.RESOURCES:Free Weekly Marriage Meeting TemplateWeekly Marriage Meeting Journal™Conflict Resolution Episode: Our Favorite Way to Fight

Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley talk with the founder of Heart of Dating, Kait Tomlin, with her husband JJ about our mindsets when we're dating before marriage, versus the reality of what we each bring into our married life. They emphasize the importance of being open to changes and the significance of individual growth and self-examination to maintain a healthy marriage. Our hurts, our issues, our expectations, all of it! We'll also give you a Valentine's Day activity, and we answer a question from a wife who knows that her relationship is stuck in the reactive cycle. The conversation provides practical advice on managing relationship conflicts and stresses the value of a teachable spirit and open heart in fostering marital growth. The Language of Sex Check Out The Reactive Cycle Assessment Tool Article: Flirt Your Way To A Better Marriage Article: Maximize The Mundane Check Out the Marriage Assessment Tool Hope Restored Marriage Intensive Contact the show! Sign up for our FREE Marriage Newsletter Send us your email or voice mail here! Send Us A Review! Support the show! Suicide Prevention Hotline If you enjoyed listening to the Crazy Little Thing Called Marriage podcast with Dr. Greg and Erin Smalley, please give us your feedback.

Hour 3 for 1/30/26 Drew and Deacon Chris Kabat discuss the new Trump accounts (4:18), 529 plans (8:55), and if the plan is just wealth redistribution (10:22). Then, Doug Hinderer covers spousal intimacy (19:53). Topics: chastity and conversion (26:16), roles in marriage (35:57), withholding sex (37:20), severe PMS (43:08), how phones disrupt intimacy (45:25), verbal intimacy (46:49), and hormone therapy (48:29).

Most couples spend years trying to change the very things in their spouse that will never change — and then feel frustrated, discouraged, or disconnected when nothing improves. Or they wonder why their attempts at connecting intimately fall flat. In this episode, Dan sits down with Dr. Denim Slade, creator of the C.O.R.E. Temperament model, to talk about something deeper than personality: temperament — the unchanging emotional wiring that shapes how we love, connect, and experience sex. You'll learn: The difference between personality and temperament (and why it matters) The four core temperaments that emerged from Dr. Slade's research Why each temperament experiences sex, desire, and intimacy differently How misunderstanding temperament creates unnecessary sexual tension What healthy vs. unhealthy versions of each temperament look like in the bedroom How to stop fighting what won't change — and start amplifying what already works By the end of this episode, you'll have a clearer understanding of yourself, your spouse, and how to build deeper emotional and sexual intimacy by working with your wiring instead of against it. Resources and Events Dr. Slade's free episode worksheet Don't miss this amazing opportunity to love and make love with your spouse better! Next Level Loving: A Virtual Intimacy Getaway-Early bird pricing ends January 31! (Feb 13-14): https://getyourmarriageon.com/next-levels-virtual-lovemaking-retreat Intimately Us & Just Between Us apps (Valentine's Intimacy Challenge starts on Feb 1!): https://getyourmarriageon.com/our-apps/ Get Your Marriage On Coaching Program: https://getyourmarriageon.com/program/ Get Your Marriage On Cruise: https://getyourmarriageon.com/cruise/

Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!Cass Morrow, Author of Disrupting Divorce: The NEW Man. Saving Struggling, Sexless, and Toxic Marriages.Kathryn Morrow, Author of Behind The White Picket Fence.Marriage without intimacy?STOP pretending it's just about sex or “communication problems.”It's about TRUTH.It's about getting brutally honest with YOURSELF first.In this episode of The 'NEW' Marriage Podcast (Ep368), Cass and Kathryn rip the mask off the real issues—emotional manipulation, financial betrayal, and the bullshit stories you tell yourself that keep you stuck.No fluff. No sugarcoating.Just REAL talk about why your marriage is dying inside, and why you'll NEVER fix it until you face your own demons.We'll call out the “nice guy” trap, the lies that kill connection, and why your wife can't trust a man who won't even trust himself.You want intimacy?You want your marriage to actually work?Get raw. Get honest.STOP blaming your partner and start doing the work.Listen now if you're ready for the TRUTH.Not for the weak.

Emotional and sexual intimacy in marriage depends less on chemistry and more on how partners choose to interact one moment to the next. In this episode, Dr. Alexandra Stockwell explains how mastering daily transitions creates deeper emotional connection and more fulfilling intimacy.   If you want to learn how to transition into having sex successfully, join Dr. Alexandra's exclusive masterclass for men: How to Ask Your Woman for Sex (so she's more likely to say Yes). You'll gain practical tools you can use right away: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/yes/   For personalized support or to explore working with Dr. Alexandra directly, connect with her here:https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/contact     Subscribe To The Intimate Marriage Podcast: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With Alexandra Stockwell, MD: Website | Linkedin | Instagram   Get your copy of "Uncompromising Intimacy" by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here: https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra's bestselling book, "Uncompromising Intimacy," here:  https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book   Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra's proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully:  www.alignedhotmarriage.com   Join Dr. Alexandra's email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights, and opportunities to learn with her:  https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe   This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By:  Simplified Impact

Emotional and sexual intimacy in marriage depends less on chemistry and more on how partners choose to interact one moment to the next. In this episode, Dr. Alexandra Stockwell explains how mastering daily transitions creates deeper emotional connection and more fulfilling intimacy.   If you want to learn how to transition into having sex successfully, join Dr. Alexandra's exclusive masterclass for men: How to Ask Your Woman for Sex (so she's more likely to say Yes). You'll gain practical tools you can use right away: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/yes/   For personalized support or to explore working with Dr. Alexandra directly, connect with her here:https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/contact     Subscribe To The Intimate Marriage Podcast: Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With Alexandra Stockwell, MD: Website | Linkedin | Instagram   Get your copy of "Uncompromising Intimacy" by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell here: https://amzn.to/2ymI3Hl Download the first chapter of Dr Alexandra's bestselling book, "Uncompromising Intimacy," here:  https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/book   Cultivate your intimacy skills (without compromise) in Aligned & Hot Marriage, Dr. Alexandra's proven method for smart couples ready to love more fully:  www.alignedhotmarriage.com   Join Dr. Alexandra's email list to stay connected. She shares inspiring stories, her latest insights, and opportunities to learn with her:  https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe   This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By:  Simplified Impact

Welcome back to the Restoring the Soul podcast with Michael John Cusick. In this episode, Michael is joined by two longtime friends and fellow journeyers, Justin and Aaron, who share their transformative experiences at the Restoring the Soul Men's Intensive Weekend.Together, the trio dives into what makes this weekend so different from the average men's retreat. From the healing power of anonymity—where first names replace job titles and last names—to the profound brotherhood that develops among men seeking freedom from shame, brokenness, and the barriers that keep them from intimacy. Justin and Aaron reflect on arriving desperate for change, confronting their fears, and discovering a safe space to be truly themselves. Both men describe the event as life-changing, recounting how it ushered in lasting transformation not only for themselves but for hundreds of others.If you've ever wondered what it means to encounter deep healing and genuine, spiritual safety among brothers—and why these men keep returning to serve others year after year—this episode offers an honest glimpse into the heart of the Men's Intensive Weekend. For more information or to register, visit Restoring the Soul Men's WeekendSupport the showENGAGE THE RESTORING THE SOUL PODCAST:- Follow us on YouTube - Tweet us at @michaeljcusick and @PodcastRTS- Like us on Facebook- Follow us on Instagram & Twitter- Follow Michael on Twitter- Email us at info@restoringthesoul.com Thanks for listening!

HOW TO BUILD INTIMACY IN MARRIAGE | DR DAVID OGBUELI #pastordavidogbueli #marriage

There is something about the way we're made that cries out for intimacy. God has designed marriage to be the most intimate of all human relationships.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/lovelanguageminuteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is curiosity the ultimate love language? On this episode of The Ultimate Intimacy Podcast, Nick and Amy dive deep into the power of staying curious in marriage, and why it might just be the key to emotional and sexual connection that lasts a lifetime.When you remain curious about your spouse, you notice the qualities that first drew you together, and you keep discovering new ones even if you've been married for a long time like we have. Curiosity and genuine interest prevents emotional stagnation and keeps intimacy alive.Nick and Amy share practical ways to nurture curiosity in your marriage:Ask open-ended questions that spark meaningful dialogueExplore new hobbies, adventures, and shared experiences togetherCelebrate evolving dreams and passionsKeep playfulness and laughter alive in everyday lifeThey also explore curiosity in the bedroom, showing how it can reignite sexual desire, deepen trust, and transform routines into playful, exciting exploration. Learn how to:Talk openly about fantasies and desiresTry new bedroom games and intimacy aidsCommunicate actively about intimacyCuriosity doesn't just enhance pleasure, it builds emotional and sexual safety, strengthens conflict resolution, and keeps couples feeling seen, heard, and cherished.Whether you're newlyweds or have been married for decades, this episode will inspire you to approach your spouse with fresh eyes, ask bold questions, and create a marriage that's always growing, always exciting, and always intimate.If you haven't already, go check out the Ultimate Intimacy App in the app stores, or at ultimateintimacy.com to find "Ultimate Intimacy" in your marriage. It's FREE to download and so much fun! Find out why close to 1M people have downloaded the app and give it such high ratings and reviews!Check out the new UandI App we just released after a year in development.WANT AMAZING PRODUCTS TO SPICE THINGS UP? YES PLEASE... CLICK HEREFollow us on Instagram @ultimateintimacyapp for app updates, polls, giveaways, daily marriage quotes and more.If you have any feedback, comments or topics you would like to hear on future episodes, reach out to us at amy@ultimateintimacy.com and let us know! We greatly appreciate your feedback and please leave us a review.Enjoy the podcast or have some feedback for us? Shoot us a message!

If you and your spouse feel spiritually disconnected, you're not alone. In this episode, we talk about spiritual intimacy in marriage: what it is, what it looks like in real life, and how to grow it through simple spiritual habits—from prayer, to reading the Bible together—that actually stick. We cover personal vs. shared spiritual disciplines, how habits shape what you love, and what to do if your spouse isn't on board spiritually. Plus, we share a practical One Degree Shift you can start today to pursue Christ together without trying to change everything overnight.In this episode:What spiritual intimacy in marriage meansSigns of healthy spiritual intimacy (safety, depth, honesty)Personal habits vs. couple habitsPrayer, Scripture, fasting, and consistency over intensityWhat to do when your spouse isn't on the same page spirituallyA simple “one habit for 365 days” challengeResources mentioned:You Are What You Love by James K.A. Smith: humans are shaped more by what they love than what they think, and habits and cultural liturgies form our desires.Get our Free Weekly Marriage Meeting Template or go deeper in the habit with a Weekly Marriage Meeting Journal!

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke for this final episode on their marriage retreat, and how a powerful act that Jesus did for His Apostles can transform your marriage as well! Resources: Divine Intimacy in Marriage - retreat Finding Peace in the Storm - Dan Burke Into the Deep – Dan Burke Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits - Dan Burke The Contemplative Rosary - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness - Susan Brinkmann OCDS Avila-Institute.org/events - website Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation EWTN Religious Catalogue – online

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they finish out their last episode on their marriage retreat. Don't miss out as they dive into a powerful act that Jesus did for His Apostles, and how this one act can transform your marriage

If you're an empty-nest wife feeling the quiet drift in your marriage—conversations turning into logistics, intimacy fading, or communication feeling flat—this episode is for you.So many wives say:“We talk, but we don't connect.”“He doesn't open up.”“Something feels off.”Here's the truth:Communication issues are usually connection issues.In this episode of Miracle Marriage Makeover, I'm sharing 5 simple communication shifts that rebuild emotional closeness and gently reignite intimacy—without forcing deep talks or dragging your husband into counseling.You'll learn how to:– Share emotion instead of overexplaining– Use a soft tone that opens him up– Give space with a 10-second pause– Build safety through daily appreciation– Invite the Holy Spirit into your words and timingThese are the exact tools that help midlife wives reconnect, soften the atmosphere at home, and feel closer to their husbands again.Because here's the truth:Connection fixes communication—every time.Tune in now for practical, Spirit-led steps you can try tonight to rebuild warmth, closeness, and intimacy in your marriage.And if you haven't yet, join my private Facebook community:Empty Nest Wives – Rebuilding Intimacy & Connection.

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they discuss wounds and healing in marriage, and how you can better understand your spouse and grow together in your marriage! Resources: Divine Intimacy in Marriage - retreat Finding Peace in the Storm - Dan Burke Into the Deep – Dan Burke Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits - Dan Burke The Contemplative Rosary - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness - Susan Brinkmann OCDS Avila-Institute.org/events - website Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation EWTN Religious Catalogue – online

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they discuss wounds and healing in marriage. Don't miss out as they discuss how to navigate wounds and how to understand your spouse more fully through them!

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they discuss how the devil tries to cause trouble in your marriage and how to combat those lies! Resources: Divine Intimacy in Marriage - retreat Finding Peace in the Storm - Dan Burke Into the Deep – Dan Burke Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits - Dan Burke The Contemplative Rosary - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness - Susan Brinkmann OCDS Avila-Institute.org/events - website Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation EWTN Religious Catalogue – online

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke for another episode about their divine intimacy in marriage retreats. Don't miss out as they speak about how the devil attacks marriage and how to combat the lies of the enemy!

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they discuss a way to listen and understand your spouse more deeply and grow in this marital intimacy! Resources: Divine Intimacy in Marriage - retreat Finding Peace in the Storm - Dan Burke Into the Deep – Dan Burke Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits - Dan Burke The Contemplative Rosary - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness - Susan Brinkmann OCDS Avila-Institute.org/events - website Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation EWTN Religious Catalogue – online

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they discuss the progression of marital intimacy with the help of St. Teresa of Avila's interior castle and how a daily examen helps marriages! Resources: Divine Intimacy in Marriage - retreat Finding Peace in the Storm - Dan Burke Into the Deep – Dan Burke Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits - Dan Burke The Contemplative Rosary - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness - Susan Brinkmann OCDS Avila-Institute.org/events - website Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation EWTN Religious Catalogue – online

Just as a husband tenderly prepares and loves his bride, Christ is washing His church with His Word so she will stand before Him radiant and without blemish. Every one of us is being shaped into a beautiful bride for Jesus, and the only proper response is to come to Him, leave our fears behind, and be fully with Him. 

Just as a husband tenderly prepares and loves his bride, Christ is washing His church with His Word so she will stand before Him radiant and without blemish. Every one of us is being shaped into a beautiful bride for Jesus, and the only proper response is to come to Him, leave our fears behind, and be fully with Him. 

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they discuss the progression of marital intimacy and the redeeming power of God in this sacrament! Resources: Divine Intimacy in Marriage - retreat Finding Peace in the Storm - Dan Burke Into the Deep – Dan Burke Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits - Dan Burke The Contemplative Rosary - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness - Susan Brinkmann OCDS Avila-Institute.org/events - website Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation EWTN Religious Catalogue – online

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they continue their series about the beauty of their marriage retreats. Don't miss out as they discuss the progression in marital intimacy and the redeeming power of God in this sacrament!

Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!Cass Morrow, Author of Disrupting Divorce: The NEW Man. Saving Struggling, Sexless, and Toxic Marriages.Kathryn Morrow, Author of Behind The White Picket Fence.How Emotional Safety Unlocks Real Intimacy in Marriage!You can't experience true intimacy without emotional safety. Cass and Kathryn explore how creating safety — not just comfort — allows vulnerability, honesty, and physical closeness to thrive. If you've ever wondered why intimacy fades even when everything “seems fine,” this episode explains why safety is the foundation for passion and connection.

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they discuss how St. Teresa of Avila's interior castle in important to progressing in marital intimacy! Resources: Divine Intimacy in Marriage - retreat Finding Peace in the Storm - Dan Burke Into the Deep – Dan Burke Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits - Dan Burke The Contemplative Rosary - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness - Susan Brinkmann OCDS Avila-Institute.org/events - website Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation EWTN Religious Catalogue – online

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they continue their series on divine intimacy in marriage. Don't miss out as they speak on how St. Teresa of Avila's interior castle is key to journeying together in marital intimacy!

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they continue talking about the key foundations of divine intimacy in marriage! Resources: Divine Intimacy in Marriage - retreat Finding Peace in the Storm - Dan Burke Into the Deep – Dan Burke Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits - Dan Burke The Contemplative Rosary - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness - Susan Brinkmann OCDS Avila-Institute.org/events - website Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation EWTN Religious Catalogue – online

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they continue talking about the secret to divine intimacy in marriage. Don't miss out as they discuss the key foundations to marital intimacy!

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they speak about their marriage and listen to Dan's testimony as he shares how he gave his life to Jesus, no matter the cost! Resources: Divine Intimacy in Marriage - retreat Finding Peace in the Storm - Dan Burke Into the Deep – Dan Burke Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits - Dan Burke The Contemplative Rosary - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness - Susan Brinkmann OCDS Avila-Institute.org/events - website Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation EWTN Religious Catalogue – online

In this episode of the No Pillz Podcast, host Gordon McGhee responds to a Christian wife whose husband's relentless work schedule and spending habits have created a crisis in their marriage, leading to a lack of intimacy and communication. She reveals her husband, Husband Working Too Much a law enforcement officer who also does private security , works almost constantly, with their last date being five years ago. They've had sex only four times in the past year, despite her efforts to be supportive and even losing 40 pounds.Gordon McGhee addresses the wife's desperation and offers hard-hitting, biblical advice for couples struggling with workaholism, lack of connection, and sexual frustration.Key Discussion Points:The Danger of Workaholism: Discussing the "rich fool" parable, Gordon stresses that wealth and financial freedom aren't worth sacrificing time with your spouse and children, as tomorrow is not promised.The Marriage Bed: Citing 1 Corinthians 7:5, Gordon emphasizes the scriptural responsibility of a married couple not to "defraud" one another of sexual intimacy, highlighting that four times a year is unhealthy and opens the door to temptation.Communication Breakdown: Addressing the husband's refusal to talk about "intense" or even "light" subjects, Gordon asserts that communication is the vital key to a successful marriage, and a partner's selfishness is no excuse.Seeking Help: Advice is given to get clear answers on potential issues like cheating, porn addiction, or erectile dysfunction and to consider involving a trusted, balanced third party or counselor to avoid settling for miseryDon't settle for misery in your marriage! If you are in a similar situation, whether as the struggling wife or the workaholic husband, this video offers a direct and faith-focused perspective.Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 13:3-8 and 1 Corinthians 7:5.Host: Gordon McGhee Podcast: No Pillz Podcast - Love Fully ScriptedContact No Pillz: Tweet us @nopillzpodcast Email: nopillzpodcast@gmail.com YouTube: @nopillzpodcast Insta: @nopillzpodcast Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they continue sharing their testimonies. Don't miss out as Dan shares his story and how he chose to follow Jesus, no matter the cost!

Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!Cass Morrow, Author of Disrupting Divorce: The NEW Man. Saving Struggling, Sexless, and Toxic Marriages.Kathryn Morrow, Author of Behind The White Picket Fence.Sleeping in Separate Beds: Intimacy Killer or Marriage Lifesaver?In this episode, we're tackling one of the most controversial topics in modern marriages — sleeping in separate beds. Is it the beginning of emotional disconnection or a healthy choice that protects intimacy and peace? We unpack the real reasons couples stop sharing a bed — resentment, overstimulation, different schedules, or just the need for personal space — and what it actually says about your relationship. If you've ever wondered whether sleeping apart means you're drifting apart, this episode will give you the honest truth.

Hi friend! “Do you love me?” Jesus asked Peter this question three times by the fire—not because He doubted Peter's heart, but because He wanted Peter to say it, to reaffirm it, to make it known. In marriage, that same question can linger unspoken: Do you love me? And, more importantly, how do I know? In this episode, we explore why reaffirming love through both words and actions matters—and how simple, intentional practices can deepen intimacy and strengthen your bond in marriage. ................................................................................................

Join Dan and Stephanie Burke as they speak about their marriage and listen to Stephanie's testimony! Resources: Divine Intimacy in Marriage - retreat Finding Peace in the Storm - Dan Burke Into the Deep – Dan Burke Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits - Dan Burke The Contemplative Rosary - Dan Burke and Connie Rossini A Catholic Guide to Mindfulness - Susan Brinkmann OCDS Avila-Institute.org/events - website Avila Institute for Spiritual Formation EWTN Religious Catalogue – online

When it comes to spiritual intimacy, many couples want it, but few know where to start. Between busy schedules, young kids, and never-ending to-do lists, it's easy to relegate your faith as individuals instead of something shared. In this episode, we unpack how to actually grow in spiritual intimacy with your spouse without making it overwhelming or forced. We share three practical ways to build that connection—starting with short, simple prayer, adding a daily Scripture rhythm, and ending with a weekly family devotional that brings it all together. If you've ever wondered what it looks like to invite God into your everyday marriage rhythms, this episode is for you.

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Recovering from porn isn't just a mental game—it's an emotional one.In this episode, I'm breaking down the powerful connection between emotional intelligence and porn addiction recovery, and showing you how learning to master your emotions can transform your marriage, your communication, and your ability to stay sober for good.Most men try to “think” their way out of porn addiction, but relapse doesn't happen in the mind—it happens in the heart. When fear, shame, or sadness go unprocessed, they convert into anger, craving, and disconnection. Emotional pain becomes a trigger, and before you know it, you're back in the cycle of porn use, guilt, and regret.But it doesn't have to stay that way.In this episode, I teach you how to apply my RAIL Method™—a five-step process that cultivates emotional awareness, self-leadership, and confidence under pressure. You'll learn how to understand your emotions, stay grounded during marriage conflict, and see the good intentions beneath both your own reactions and your wife's.By the end of this episode, you'll know how to:Use emotional intelligence to defuse conflict in your marriage.Understand how porn cravings stem from unmet emotional needs.Build emotional safety and connection with your wife through self-awareness.Turn painful emotions like anger and shame into powerful tools for recovery.Lead your relationship with calm confidence, clarity, and compassion.Link to Blog Article for this Episode HEREIf you're ready to stop letting your emotions control you—and start using them to strengthen your marriage and deepen your recovery—this one's for you, brother.And if you're serious about taking this work deeper, check out The RAIL Method™ Online Course, where I teach you how to regulate emotions, reduce porn cravings, and rebuild real intimacy step by step.You can also catch me teaching this method live during the Porn Resilient Online Summit (Oct 13–16)—alongside 20 other experts in emotional and sexual healing, and grab the All-Access Implementation Bundle for lifetime access to all recorded interviews + courses and resources (including my RAIL Method™ online course) for an absolutely unreal price. Porn addiction recovery isn't about fighting harder—it's about feeling deeper, healing smarter, and leading yourself and your relationship from the inside out.Support the showNo More Desire

Dan & Stephanie Burke talk about marriage, catholci dating and Divine Intimacy in Marriage Making All Things New.

In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott have a candid, biblical conversation about the “sexless marriage”—why it happens, how pornography, busyness, medical issues, and poor communication play a role, and what couples can do to rebuild connection. They offer practical steps so you can move from roommates back to one-flesh intimacy. Questions to Discuss: 1. In our season right now, does sex feel more like a thermometer (just reporting our temperature) or a thermostat (able to change it)? Why?2. When was the last time we each felt truly pursued and enjoyed by the other? What specific actions helped?3. What would make it safer for us to share desires, preferences, and fears about sex?4. How can we renew the covenant this week in a way that is tender, unhurried, and mutually honoring? Scriptures:Ephesians 4:271 Corinthians 7:3-5 Resources:Book - Secrets of Sex and Marriage: 8 Surprises That Make All the Difference by Shaunti Feldhahn & Michael SytsmaArticle – The Sex RecessionBook – Reconnected – Greg & Erin SmalleyMore Than Roommates Interviews with Juli Slattery – Surrendered Sexuality & Sexual Abuse

Today, I have a special guest! My hubby. Welcome David. We're talking about a season many couples experience without realizing it, when marriage starts to feel more like roommates living under the same roof, or busy with travel schedules, than soulmates sharing life together. Perhaps the laughter has faded, prayer time has become rare, or meaningful conversation has given way to logistics and routines. The good news? Emotional intimacy can be rebuilt, even after years of distant coexistence. Marriage doesn't have to plateau into distant coexistence. With intentionality, prayer, and shared joy, your relationship can flourish again, moving from roommates to soulmates, laughing, loving, and partnering in life with purpose. If today's episode resonated with you, connect with me beyond the podcast! Follow me on Instagram or visit my website for more encouragement and resources to strengthen your marriage in every season. Remember, your marriage is a journey, and it's never too late to rediscover each other and deepen your connection.   Schedule Your 30-Minute FREE Coaching Discovery Call  What's Next Game Plan Instagram Facebook billie@billiejauss.com www.billiejauss.com  

Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife explores how moving beyond validation-seeking creates deeper, more authentic intimate connections in marriage, explaining that true intimacy requires embracing differences rather than demanding constant agreement.• Distinguishing between validation and true intimacy in relationships• Understanding the three unhealthy relationship patterns: pressuring our partner, yielding to avoid conflict, or creating parallel lives• Recognizing that we marry people for their differences but then often resent those same differences• Learning to weather invalidation without falling apart or becoming defensive• Developing the capacity to truly listen to our partner's perspective without immediately defending ourselves• Identifying our "losing strategy" – our default response under pressure that undermines connection• Approaching conflict with curiosity about our partner's experience rather than taking it personally• Beginning difficult conversations by acknowledging where our partner is right about us• Understanding marriage as a spiritual journey that expands our capacity to love and be knownGet your copy of Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife's new book "That We Might Have Joy: Sexuality as a Path to Spirituality for Latter-day Saints" available September 30th on Amazon or through her website at finlayson-fife.com.Send us a text

Hey Intentional Wellness Warrior! Stress affects everythinggg, including our sex and intimacy with our partner! So, let's talk all about it today and have a real conversation about what this looks like in marriage with my friend, Michelle.  Michelle Castro isn't here to tiptoe around the truth—she's here to rip off the lies that have kept Christian women silent, stuck, and ashamed for way too long. As a wife, mom of three girls, and lover of Jesus (and tacos), Michelle brings a fiery blend of biblical wisdom, real-life grit, and unfiltered honesty to every conversation. Shalom Shalom,  Xx, Shan  ……CONNECT…… With Michelle & Rip It Off: LISTEN ON APPLE LISTEN ON SPOTIFY ripitoffpodcast@gmail.com instagram/ripitoffpodcast NAKED & UNASHAMED: Naked & Unashamed: A 31-Day Journey to Reclaim the Pleasure, Redeem the Design is a bold devotional for women that tackles sex, intimacy, and marriage with honesty and biblical truth. It helps women break free from shame, embrace God's design, and experience deeper connection and joy in their marriages. bit.ly/31dayjourney

Hey Friend, This is the most tangential topic I've tackled on the podcast regarding health. However, it's one that does have a direct impact on our physical well being through a variety of ways, as you'll soon hear. Today's guest is known as the Christian sexpert and we dig deep into what healthy biblical sex Is and is NOT.   And depending on your background, you may be surprised to hear what we discuss. As someone from purity culture, who's heard all sorts of advice around sex in the Christian community, all in the name of what's "biblical", I appreciated this conversation with Angela.    I hope you find our discussion both interesting and helpful!   Blessings, Robin ***   About Angela Griffith: A challenger of the status quo and a disruptor of what has always been, Angela Griffith is known as The Christian Sexpert to over 100,000 social media followers. She has dedicated over 20 years to the study of human sexuality and God's design for sex. Her passion is coaching women to discover a healthier relationship with their God-given sexuality.  Angela's relationship with Jesus started at age 19 and while she wasn't raised in purity culture, she did get a heaping helping of it at college after her salvation experience. She has a unique perspective on how purity culture impacts marriages. She is a sex and intimacy coach and uses her social media platform to provide the sex education you wish you had received.  She and her husband have one child.  She is a leader for the international women's ministry Natural Christian Mommas, a homeschool mom, a lover of all things glitter, and ready to set you on a new path with your husband, telling you to, “Go have good sex!”   31 Days of Intimacy: https://www.thechristiansexpert.com/shop/p/31-days-of-intimacy The Cost of Duty Sex: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7pTRXOEHvH6pedC5cCEQ06 Conflict Intimacy: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5X98SLjtWuzncnRiQvoNHc   Listen to Angela's podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/thechristiansexpert/episodes/Introduction-to-The-Christian-Sexpert-e3196c5   *** Begin the What to Eat Masterclass for 15% off using code Listener15 at visiondrivenhealth.com/whattoeat *** When you're ready, here are 4 ways I can support you in your health journey:    1. Grab my free 5 Day Sugar Fast Devotional In this 5 Day Devotional you have the opportunity to drop weight and sugar cravings while gaining a totally new approach to health that is grounded in Jesus. Download it here: https://madewellhealth.com/sugarfast   2. Join my free Facebook group  In this group you'll have access to years of resources I've shared along with the new content I put out weekly. Additionally, you'll be in good company with fellow Jesus loving ladies looking to live a sustainable healthy lifestyle. Join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/RobinRhineMcD/   3. Take the Healthy Cooking Made Easy Mini Course  This short course will show you how to enjoy healthy cooking with confidence by saving time, cooking less, and loving what you make! Sign up here: https://go.madewellhealth.com/cooking   4. Work with Me Directly Whether it's joining my 6 week course, the Healthy Weight Loss Academy or getting 1-1 coaching, I am all about SIMPLIFYING healthy weight loss and providing the tools and resources you need to create healthy habits you'll keep by partnering with God and following my proven Sustainable Health process. For more info and to apply, click here: https://www.visiondrivenhealth.com/get-coaching

Feeling more like roommates than soulmates? In this episode, Kelley Bell sits down with a Christian counselor Tara Boddie to uncover why intimacy fades in marriage—and how you can bring it back.We'll cover:Why couples drift apart emotionally, physically, and spirituallySimple steps to rebuild closeness and passionHow faith and prayer restore true connectionWhether your marriage feels distant or you just want to grow stronger together, this conversation will help you reignite the spark and restore intimacy God's way.

You didn't choose the roles you're performing — but they're shaping your marriage. This episode helps high-capacity humans break free from inherited scripts and rebuild intimacy through identity, not obligation.If your marriage feels more like a performance than a partnership — this episode will hit home.In Breaking Free from Legacy Roles, Julie Holly exposes the invisible scripts that quietly sabotage even the most well-intentioned relationships. These unspoken roles — often inherited through family, faith, or culture — sound virtuous but lead to disconnection, resentment, and exhaustion.Through story, Scripture, and the ILR lens, Julie invites high-capacity humans to confront the identities they've outgrown — and realign with the truth of who they are.You'll discover:What “legacy roles” are — and how they form through family, faith, culture, and survivalWhy high-capacity humans often over-function in marriage without realizing itHow even healthy marriages suffer when partners unconsciously perform roles like The Fixer, The Provider, or The NurturerSpecific examples of how these scripts show up in real life — from emotional suppression to over-sacrificeHow Julie's personal journey through an abusive marriage shaped her understanding of identity, obedience, and spiritual alignmentWhy success-oriented couples often feel disconnected, even when they “do everything right”How Identity-Level Recalibration helps you dissolve the old roles without destroying what you've builtA practical Micro Recalibration to help you uncover and release your inherited rolesA question for couples to explore how they've co-authored unhealthy scripts — and what new roles are possibleThis episode is not about behavior management.It's not about better communication techniques.It's about recalibrating the root of who you are — so that love, intimacy, and connection can grow from alignment, not obligation.