Podcasts about passionate marriage

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Is the passion gone? Ever think you married the wrong person? Do you feel like you've fallen out of love? Is there hope of ever regaining the passion that brought you and your spouse together or are those days gone forever? As you can imagine, The Boggs encourage us in this episode to realize that all hope is not gone! And, they offer some steps for regaining the passion and finding an answer to your passionless relationship!

Infidelity—it's a word that can send shockwaves through even the most stable relationships. In our tech-driven world, the boundaries and expectations surrounding loyalty and commitment seem more convoluted than ever. Without clear communication and defined agreements, even the most well-meaning partners can find themselves entangled in misunderstandings and unanticipated crises. In this episode, we dive deep into the complexity of infidelity within contemporary relationships. We explore the importance of having candid conversations about monogamy and other expectations with your partner, guided by insights from experienced relationship experts. By examining real-life scenarios and discussing therapeutic concepts such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), we aim to equip you with practical tools for handling betrayal. Additionally, we delve into the nuanced process of forgiveness, self-compassion, and the potential for growth and transformation that can arise from relationship challenges. Dr. Bruce Chalmer is a psychologist in Vermont who has been working with couples for over thirty years. Through his teaching, consulting, and books, his ideas have helped thousands of couples and their therapists. Together with his wife Judy Alexander, Dr. Chalmer hosts the podcast “Couples Therapy in Seven Words.” His most recent book is "Betrayal and Forgiveness: How to Navigate the Turmoil and Learn to Trust Again.” Check out the transcript of this episode on Dr. Jessica Higgin's website. In this episode 06:41 Dr. Bruce Chalmer's profound exploration of forgiveness and betrayal in relationships. 10:31 How infidelity's evolving definitions complicate relationship expectations. 13:52 What forgiveness truly means: Accepting reality without condoning actions. 23:29 Three steps to forgiveness. 34:01 Struggles with emotional connection due to trauma. 40:53 How attachment system impacts security and emotional responses. 47:15 Communication issues often indicate deeper underlying conflicts. 49:16 Why only one partner can be upset simultaneously. 55:16 Why assigning good or bad is often misleading. Mentioned Betrayal and Forgiveness (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) My Stroke of Insight (*TED Talks link) (video) Crucible Institute by Dr. David Schnarch (website) Intimacy & Desire by Dr. David Schnarch (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Resurrecting Sex by Dr. David Schnarch (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Passionate Marriage by Dr. David Schnarch (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) ERP 110: How to Manage Two Majorly Conflicting Needs in Relationship ERP 015: Do You Have a “Unity” or “Journey” Mindset in Relationship? ERP 423: How to Transcend Trauma (And the Effects Experience in Relationship) — An Interview with Dr. Frank Anderson The Gottman Institute (website) Shifting Criticism For Connected Communication Connect with Dr. Bruce Chalmer Websites: brucechalmer.com | couplestherapyinsevenwords.com Facebook: facebook.com/drbrucechalmer YouTube: youtube.com/user/brucechalmer LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bruce-chalmer-95ab70305/ Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/couples-therapy-in-seven-words/id1517231158 Connect with Dr. Jessica Higgins Facebook: facebook.com/EmpoweredRelationship  Instagram: instagram.com/drjessicahiggins  Podcast: drjessicahiggins.com/podcasts/ Pinterest: pinterest.com/EmpowerRelation  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drjessicahiggins  Twitter: @DrJessHiggins  Website: drjessicahiggins.com   Email: jessica@drjessicahiggins.com If you have a topic you would like me to discuss, please contact me by clicking on the “Ask Dr. Jessica Higgins” button here.  Thank you so much for your interest in improving your relationship.  Also, I would so appreciate your honest rating and review. Please leave a review by clicking here.  Thank you!   *With Amazon Affiliate Links, I may earn a few cents from Amazon, if you purchase the book from this link.

Experts often talk about the importance of keeping passion and desire alive in a marriage. In this episode, I discuss a much deeper, meaningful, intimate expression of love and care in a marriage. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply For a Free Course Consultation⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Me Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rumble⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Timestamps: (00:00) Podcast Intro (01:42) Topic Introduction (07:00) Passion for Women and Good Men (13:15) Affection Over Passion (21:17) 10 Ways Good Men Show Affection (29:10) 10 Ways Women Can Show Good Men Affection (35:10) Our Differences Create the Dance Disclaimer: The views and perspectives on relationships that are expressed in my podcast and courses are meant for women married to good men and good men who are experiencing relationship issues within a range of behaviors that are common and usual – what you might reasonably expect your neighbors or friends to be going through behind closed doors. My message is not for abusive, violent, or compulsive behaviors in a marriage or relationship that are threatening or dangerous. If you are experiencing such behaviors and physical abuse, you should seek a licensed mental health professional who is trained in dealing with domestic abuse. Karyn Seitz and The Happy Wife School are not engaged in the practice of psychotherapy, clinical counseling, or any medical practice. You should not interpret any part of my podcast as traditional psychological, medical, or emotional therapy. Karyn Seitz is not a licensed health professional. You should seek help for any specific psychological, medical, or emotional problems with a mental health professional or qualified physician.

In this episode, our panel features the Naked Pastor, David Hayward and Michelle Collins talking about the dangers of deconstruction when your partner doesn't and how to salvage your relationship if it's not too late. If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We would love to get to your calls!LINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on PatheosBOOKS TO CHECK OUTPassionate MarriagePANELDavid HaywardMichelle Collins 

Most business leaders will achieve success at the expense of their marriage, very few will be successful as a result of their marriage.   Lantz Howard is an Executive Coach who helps men create a passionate marriage and a killer business without losing their souls.   Listen as he shares practical leadership principles applicable in the bedroom and the boardroom.   We'll cover key items like...   Handling rejection Self-regulation Dating your spouse Measuring success Addressing the heart --- Resources from this episode: Free guide to jumpstart your marriage at - lantzhoward.com   Connect with Lantz Howard on LinkedIn   Connect with your host Josh Swing --- Stay Saucy!

In this episode of the Intimate Marriage Podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD dives into the importance of communication and how essential it is in creating a passionate marriage. She describes ways to adjust how you listen so as to evoke more depth, meaning, and intimacy in what your partner shares with you. Dr. Alexandra is a seasoned expert when it comes to fostering deep connection in couples. Drawing on her experience as a physician, relationship and intimacy coach, and her own 27-year marriage, she describes common misconceptions that often play out in marital discourse and how to avoid them.   Also in this episode:  Successful communication in marriage results at least as much from how we listen, as from how we speak. A partner's actions can be a powerful expression of love; learning to 'listen' to these actions enhances connection, appreciation, and intimacy. Simple shifts in a listener's perspective can resolve misunderstandings and open doors to deeper emotional intimacy. The concept of "generous listening" is a strategy which leads to richer layers of meaning and feelings of connection while in conversation with your spouse.   Sign up for the Aligned and Hot Marriage Program today and use coupon code MARRIAGE1st for 30% off: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/aligned-hot-marriage/   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   About Alexandra Stockwell, MD Known as “The Intimacy Doctor,” Alexandra Stockwell, MD is a Relationship and Intimacy Coach and an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching ambitious, successful couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships. She is the bestselling author of “Uncompromising Intimacy,” host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast and creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program.    This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By:  Simplified Impact

In this episode of the Intimate Marriage Podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD dives into the importance of communication and how essential it is in creating a passionate marriage. She describes ways to adjust how you listen so as to evoke more depth, meaning, and intimacy in what your partner shares with you. Dr. Alexandra is a seasoned expert when it comes to fostering deep connection in couples. Drawing on her experience as a physician, relationship and intimacy coach, and her own 27-year marriage, she describes common misconceptions that often play out in marital discourse and how to avoid them.   Also in this episode:  Successful communication in marriage results at least as much from how we listen, as from how we speak. A partner's actions can be a powerful expression of love; learning to 'listen' to these actions enhances connection, appreciation, and intimacy. Simple shifts in a listener's perspective can resolve misunderstandings and open doors to deeper emotional intimacy. The concept of "generous listening" is a strategy which leads to richer layers of meaning and feelings of connection while in conversation with your spouse.   Sign up for the Aligned and Hot Marriage Program today and use coupon code MARRIAGE1st for 30% off: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/aligned-hot-marriage/   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   About Alexandra Stockwell, MD Known as “The Intimacy Doctor,” Alexandra Stockwell, MD is a Relationship and Intimacy Coach and an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching ambitious, successful couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships. She is the bestselling author of “Uncompromising Intimacy,” host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast and creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program.    This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By:  Simplified Impact

If you had to pick one word to describe your marriage, what would it be? If you chose one word to describe your ideal marriage, what woud it be? Mine would be the same - passionate.  Even before I met my husband, I wanted to have a passionate marriage. How does that saying go...Be careful what you wish for? LOL The reason I wanted to talk about my marriage - and the pros and cons of our passionate natures and our passionate relationship together - is because of this -  To dispel the myth that there is ONE PERFECT WAY for a marriage to look.   The Bible is full of pictures of marriages - and God doesn't bother to hide the fact that NONE of them are perfect. But, maybe we could just drop the goal of perfection, and instead aim for enjoying each other's company and supporting each other's dreams and helping each other in our unique creative way.  And maybe laugh at our little idiosyncracies and not make our mistakes mean that we're doing it wrong! So, I'd call mine and Hiram's marriage PASSIONATE - and I share the pros and cons of that.  And I'd love to know - what word would you use to describe your marriage (or desired relationship)? Remember, there's no perfect.  There's just better and better practice!

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TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Introduction 02:43 - Who is Mr. Nice Guys? 06:42 - The Two Categories of Nice Guys 12:45 - Why Nice Guys Are Not Self Aware? 14:08 - I'm So Good vs. I'm So Bad Nice Guy 16:03 - The Victimization Paradigm 22:25 - What is Borrowed Function and Why it Destroys Relationships 27:44 - The Origins of The Nice Guys Syndrome Explained 36:01 - Why No More Mr. Nice Guy is Relevant Today More Than Ever 40:16 - Gender and The Identity Crisis 49:17 - How Nice Guys Use Covert Contracts in Relationships 54:55 - The Problem With Seeking Women's Approval 58:49 - Sex As a Form of Approval From Women 60:01 - How To Change and Stop Being Mr. Nice Guy? 69:11 - Why Building Strong Relationships With Other Men is Important 71:36 - How to Date Better? 78:51 - How to Gain Confidence With Women? 80:39 - Who is The Integrated Man (The Recovered Nice Guy) 82:19 - Dr. Robert Glover's Book And Movie Recommendations LINKS TO DR. GlOVER'S BOOK AND MOVIE RECOMMENDATIONS: BOOKS: The Odyssey by Homer - https://www.amazon.com/Odyssey-Homer/dp/0393089053/ref=asc_df_0393089053/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312009759033&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8696806884140797220&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9028776&hvtargid=pla-386229716788&psc=1&mcid=e0774ce9a4a038eb9c7446552cdb1386&gclid=Cj0KCQiAwP6sBhDAARIsAPfK_wa9aaQNR-p9VC5xblkh0w6fSNOs2JpXxpEW2UROoKwEK24qRF8fy6oaAicOEALw_wcB Fight Club by Chuck Palahniuk - https://www.amazon.com/Fight-Club-Novel-Chuck-Palahniuk/dp/0393327345 The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway - https://www.amazon.com/Old-Man-Sea-Ernest-Hemingway/dp/0684801221 The Way of the Superior Man by David Deida - https://www.amazon.com/The-Way-of-Superior-Man-audiobook/dp/B07FXZBYJ9/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=598611057012&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9028776&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=11050140863465850319&hvtargid=kwd-1126389782&hydadcr=15527_13558519&keywords=the+way+of+the+superior+man&qid=1705015018&sr=8-1 Passionate Marriage by David Schnarch PhD - https://www.amazon.com/Passionate-Marriage-Intimacy-Committed-Relationships/dp/0393334279/ref=sr_1_1?hvadid=174232210495&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9028776&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=6920176993297271473&hvtargid=kwd-2744782865&hydadcr=24630_9648900&keywords=passionate+marriage+book&qid=1705015109&sr=8-1 MOVIES: American Beauty - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0169547/ Fight Club - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0137523/ 300 - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0416449/ Schindler's List - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0108052/ 

In this episode of the Intimate Marriage Podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD, discusses the importance of intimacy in a marriage, especially during the holiday season. She shares four rituals that couples can practice to enhance their connection, pleasure, and intimacy, to feel closer and happier with one another.  These rituals include ways of embracing, presence and eye gazing, connecting with one another at the end of each day, and engaging in sensual exploration in the bedroom. Alexandra emphasizes the need for intentionality and open communication in implementing each of these rituals, which can be done individually, or in any combinations.   Also in this episode: Embrace for at least 20 seconds every day to increase connection and reduce stress. Practice eye gazing as a way to enhance attraction and deepen the feeling of connection. Ask each other about something important from your day to foster meaningful conversation and understanding. Engage in sensual exploration in the bedroom, taking turns as the giver and receiver, as you enjoy various sensations. Enroll in “Holiday Passion: The Art of Uncompromising Intimacy amidst crazy year-end schedules and seasonal stress”: www.alexandrastockwell.com/masterclass This is Dr. Alexandra's FREE Masterclass which will occur on December 14th at 1 PM PST–if you can't make it live, sign up anyway to receive the replay.   Blindfold recommended by Dr. Alexandra: https://amzn.to/3cUUiib Sign up for Dr. Alexandra's email list: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe Contact Dr. Alexandra: 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   About Alexandra Stockwell, MD Known as “The Intimacy Doctor,” Alexandra Stockwell, MD is a Relationship and Intimacy Coach and an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching ambitious, successful couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships. She is the bestselling author of “Uncompromising Intimacy,” host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast and creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program.  For over two decades, she's been guiding men and women to bring pleasure and purpose into all aspects of life— from the daily grind of running a household to creating ecstatic experiences in the bedroom—all while maintaining extraordinary professional success!   This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By:  Simplified Impact   The Intimate Marriage Podcast, With Intimacy Coach, Alexandra Stockwell, MD

In this episode of the Intimate Marriage Podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD, discusses the importance of intimacy in a marriage, especially during the holiday season. She shares four rituals that couples can practice to enhance their connection, pleasure, and intimacy, to feel closer and happier with one another.  These rituals include ways of embracing, presence and eye gazing, connecting with one another at the end of each day, and engaging in sensual exploration in the bedroom. Alexandra emphasizes the need for intentionality and open communication in implementing each of these rituals, which can be done individually, or in any combinations.   Also in this episode: Embrace for at least 20 seconds every day to increase connection and reduce stress. Practice eye gazing as a way to enhance attraction and deepen the feeling of connection. Ask each other about something important from your day to foster meaningful conversation and understanding. Engage in sensual exploration in the bedroom, taking turns as the giver and receiver, as you enjoy various sensations. Enroll in “Holiday Passion: The Art of Uncompromising Intimacy amidst crazy year-end schedules and seasonal stress”: www.alexandrastockwell.com/masterclass This is Dr. Alexandra's FREE Masterclass which will occur on December 14th at 1 PM PST–if you can't make it live, sign up anyway to receive the replay.   Blindfold recommended by Dr. Alexandra: https://amzn.to/3cUUiib Sign up for Dr. Alexandra's email list: https://www.alexandrastockwell.com/subscribe Contact Dr. Alexandra: 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   About Alexandra Stockwell, MD Known as “The Intimacy Doctor,” Alexandra Stockwell, MD is a Relationship and Intimacy Coach and an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching ambitious, successful couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships. She is the bestselling author of “Uncompromising Intimacy,” host of The Intimate Marriage Podcast and creator of the Aligned & Hot Marriage program.

Passion does not need to go away in Long-Term Relationships Our guest, Luci Lampe is a Intimacy + Relationship Coach and a Wild Feminine Embodiment Goddess. Her and her husband, Ryan, have been married for 17 years and have 4 kids AND they have a very healthy + passionate love life. But it wasn't always that way. Tune in to this episode to learn about their journey from depression + chronic illness to living in the fullness of their Eros with passion, love and truth. In this episode, we chat about: How Luci + Ryan went from coasting to embodying + living fully in their Eros Where to begin on our healing journey and what is the guiding light when we're stuck in the mud  How to discern between the voice of love vs fear when we're deconstructing our subconscious programming and learning healthy, fulfilling, wholesome love  Opening space for Eros + Erotic expression through emotional safety How to allow the deep pain to be the portal into immense joy through the alchemy of emotions  The easy slip into codependency when we expect our partner to be our savior and the difference between co-regulation Can you truly have chemistry and compatibility?  Sharing our kinks can reawaken our intimacy into sacred union Transforming transactional sex to more gourmet sex Stress is the biggest killer of sexual intimacy - but we can also allow sex to be the biggest reliever of stress.  Navigating heavy emotions during the holidays & SO MUCH MORE Connect + Work with Luci Lampe: https://lucilampe.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lucilampe https://www.tiktok.com/@lucilampeofficial _________________________________________ Work with Sana as your Love Coach: www.sanaakhand.com _________________________________________ Follow us on Instagram for even more Love Tips: www.instagram.com/thrivinginlovepod _________________________________________ Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: www.youtube.com/@thrivinginlove _________________________________________ Join our private Facebook group for support in your relationships: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivinginconsciousrelationships _________________________________________ Sana's Socials: www.instagram.com/sanaakhand www.tiktok.com/@sanaakhand _________________________________________ DOWNLOAD FREE E-BOOK - REIGNITE THE SPARK https://sanaakhand.myflodesk.com/q14fmtoen6

Welcome to another soul-stirring episode of MORNINGS WITH MONETTE! I'm thrilled you've joined me on this transformative journey through our Marriage series, now at part 9. Today, we're diving deep into the heart of the matter—literally. Forget the head knowledge; we're talking heart knowledge. As we explore the dynamics of your marriage, I challenge you to confront the real question: Why are you here? Whether you dream of enhancing a great marriage or find yourself on the brink, we're addressing the core issue. You might be thinking, "I want more from my marriage, but..."—cue the automatic excuses. I get it because I've been there too. Let's break free from the trance of self-sabotage and unmask the stories we've convinced ourselves of. Here's the reality: You are where you are because, on some level, it's where you want to be. It's time to shake off the hardened mindset and embrace a truth that might sound harsh but is essential. Trust me, I've walked this path, and I've learned that the key to a flourishing marriage isn't just more information; it's a change in perspective. So, are you ready to challenge your status quo, face the mirror, and embark on a courageous journey toward a thriving marriage? This series isn't just about me; it's about the life-changing transformation waiting for you. Let's kick off this episode with honesty, vulnerability, and a commitment to real change. Are you ready? I believe you are, and I can't wait to continue this journey with you. ~Monette

Do you shudder at the touch of your partner? Do you feel on edge and easily triggered lately?You might not even know where it's coming from – it just happens suddenly. And it makes having sex extremely difficult.If this describes you, you're not alone. Most couples will experience a sense of disconnection with their partner at some point(s) in their relationship. Life happens, people change, and negative anchors start taking deep holds in our mood together.In this episode, Sharla and Robert discuss a very simple but profoundly helpful exercise that could help you and your partner break the wall standing between you.Fifteen minutes is all you need.Need extra help reconnecting with your partner? Consider signing up for coaching. https://masteryourmarriagepodcast.com/apply-for-coaching In this Episode:The benefits of HuggingBenefit 1: Building connection and intimacyBenefit 2: Rewiring triggers (Negative anchors)Benefit 3: Regulating your nervous systemThe 15 minute exercise that rewires our connectionStep 1 - Calm downStep 2 - Stand face to faceStep 3 - Move forwardStep 4 - Get comfortableStep 5 - Quiet yourself downAnd so much more!Resources Mentioned:Hugging until Relaxed Exercise comes from “The Passionate Marriage” book by David Schnarch https://a.co/d/hvYyLuJ Ivan Pavlov's Theory of Conditioned Reflex: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470326/#:~:text=To%20test%20his%20theory%2C%20Pavlov,sound%20of%20the%20bell%20aloneMYM Resources:8 Pillars Of An Exceptional Marriage - ​​https://masteryourmarriagepodcast.com/8-pillarsConnect with Robert and Sharla Snow:Website: https://masteryourmarriagepodcast.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/masteryourmarriage/Facebook - https://facebook.com/masteryourmarriageTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@masteryourmarriage

We revisit our main framework of everything we talk about on Passionately Married. What are our basic frameworks when addressing life and marriage? How do we approach the idea of growing up in marriage? In the regular version we cover Dr David Schnarch's Four Points of Balance. On the Xtended version … We explore the principles of passion and desire and how they play out in marriage and life. These are natural dynamics found in every marriage. Enjoy the show! Sponsors ... Factor: Get fresh, flavor packed meals ready in 2 minutes for 50% off when you use our code passion50 at https://factormeals.com/passion50. Academy: Join the Academy and go deeper with the conversation and content. https://smr.fm/academy The post Creating A Passionate Marriage #643 first appeared on Sexy Marriage Radio.

We revisit our main framework of everything we talk about on Passionately Married. What are our basic frameworks when addressing life and marriage? How do we approach the idea of growing up in marriage? In the regular version we cover Dr David Schnarch's Four Points of Balance. On the Xtended version … We explore the principles of passion and desire and how they play out in marriage and life. These are natural dynamics found in every marriage. Enjoy the show! Sponsors ... Factor: Get fresh, flavor packed meals ready in 2 minutes for 50% off when you use our code passion50 at https://factormeals.com/passion50. Academy: Join the Academy and go deeper with the conversation and content. https://passionatelymarried.net/academy

Let me know your thoughts about the podcast. Thank you for listening!In this special episode featuring Rabbi Palatnik, hosts Coach Ratner and Lori Palatnik take you on a journey through the maze of marital complexities. Explore the pivotal aspects of a lasting, passionate marriage from Jewish wisdom and practical insights. If you're looking to spark joy and depth in your marriage, this episode is for you!

Do you feel like your marriage is stagnant?Are you walking on eggshells, avoiding asking for what you want, because you're afraid your wife might not like it or agree?Are you good teammates in parenting and household management, but lack sexual, mental and emotional intimacy?Then there's a good chance there's not enough conflict in your marriage.Just like your body needs stress to become stronger…Your marriage needs conflict to become stronger and more intimate.Learn how to have conflicts in an effective way…That builds more passion and intimacy…In today's episode.Watch on YouTube here. Dr. MikeP.S. If you're a high achieving, professionally successful Christian man who is ready to create incredible sexual, mental and emotional  intimacy with your wife, and create an amazing legacy for your family to follow… starting TODAY…CLICK HERE to apply to join my Strong Men Strong Marriages program.http://mikefraziermd.com/work-with-meYou'll fill out an application, then we'll get back to you with your best next steps. We'd love to guide you to becoming the man your wife passionately desires, respects and loves… while living true to Christian principles.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Passionate Marriage Club, a one-of-a-kind membership for couples who are ready to elevate their relationship to new heights.

Every year on our birthdays and anniversaries we love to reminisce and ask ourselves, "Where were we celebrating last year? I wonder where we'll be next year?" Last year we celebrated in Portugal while we were scouting out the country to see if it could be a place we wanted to make a permanent home base. (We did a podcast episode about it because it was so serendipitous.) We could have never guessed then that this year we would be celebrating 22 years together in Turkey on the Aegean Sea! In this episode, we reminisce about the 15 different countries we've celebrated our anniversaries, as well as discuss the principles and strategies we've used to celebrate our marriage -- because your marriage SHOULD be celebrated as often as possible. It's worth doing something 'big', momentous, or festive on special days to make them memorable. If you haven't done this as part of your marriage then it's time to make a change. Yes, we get it. It's not just about the one special day of the year. Every week you should be dating and every day you should be connecting. But you should also make your anniversary something extra special. Listen to this episode to be inspired on WHY and how to level up your yearly 'honeymoon' trips with your spouse to celebrate your marriage and to reconnect as a man and woman in love. If you feel like you can't do this because you can't afford it or can't leave your kids or ________, then you MUST listen to this episode now. To fully level up your marriage in every aspect and to make it extraordinary, make sure to join our Extraordinary Marriage Masterclass. In the next 30 days, you can have a more Connected, Closer, Peaceful, and Passionate Marriage. It REALLY is possible to create an extraordinary marriage with our 30-Day Step-by-Step Action Plan to an Extraordinary Marriage (with 22 training videos). Take your marriage from 'good' to 'extraordinary' by focusing on 5 simple strategies that anyone can do -- EVEN IF your spouse won't change! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/extraordinary-family-life/message

It Starts With You: The Secret to a Passionate Marriage & Peaceful Home Show Guest: Chris Parsons Is your marriage everything you had dreamed it would be? Or have hurts built up, you feel angry or bitter toward your spouse, maybe you're wondering if it will even survive? The good news is, a Happy, Healthy Marriage can become a reality for you and your spouse, and this book offers unique, proven solutions that you won't find anywhere else. Even if your husband or wife is not “on board” at first, that's OK - the change begins with you! Learning the ultimate form of communication, Shared Values Conversations are the key to getting your spouse to care about you, your hurts, and wanting to change. Drawing in part from his own marriage as well as years of experience helping couples, Chris Parsons new book It Starts with You, guides you one step at a time into an exciting, innovative strategy that is deeply relatable with case studies and personal stories while providing insights that have eluded many who are frustrated with their marriage and spouse. This book will not only heal your relationship but elevate it to new heights you hadn't even imagined were possible. Told in a direct, conversational tone, It Starts with You explores the question of how you can create change to improve your marriage by embracing your own power to communicate authentically instead of waiting on your spouse to change.

If your wife is asking for space, turning away from your kisses, avoiding your hugs, and saying “no” to sex…It can be VERY frustrating.Especially if you feel like you're doing “all the right things.” Helping with cooking, cleaning, paying the bills, leading in prayer or scriptures. Can't she do this ONE thing for you, after all you do for her?It's easy to get sad in this situation. And resentful. To pull away from her completely. To become passive aggressive.It's even common to turn to pornography. Some men even turn to other women for a physical connection.Then, they feel guilty. And maybe they try to “make it up” to her. But it still doesn't result in a good physical connection.In today's episode, we'll discover:-Why your wife doesn't want physical touch (It might not be you. It might be past trauma or “touch overload” from the kids)-If it IS you, why she isn't interested in physical touchYou haven't built the 3 Pillars Of A Passionate Marriage. Trust, communication and intimacy.Trust. She needs to feel like you're a man of your word in all things. That you can manage your own thoughts and emotions. That you won't lose your temper or act mopey if she says “no” to touch. That you're not using her physically or emotionally through sex and physical touch. This lets her say “I feel completely safe with my husband.”Communication. She needs to say “I feel so heard and understood by my husband.” You need to be able to get to win-win agreements on money, sex, in-laws, parenting, religion and time. You now feel like best friends and teammates in life. You have mental and emotional intimacy.Intimacy. Once you have safety and mental and emotional intimacy, you can add in the fun, flirting and passion that bring physical intimacy. The type you BOTH enjoy and look forward to.Learn more in today's episode.Dr. MikeP.S.  Ready to become a Strong Man who is ATTRACTIVE to his wife...And has the skills to create a Strong, Passionate Marriage?Apply to join Strong Men Strong Marriages today!You'll learn how to build the spiritual, mental, emotional, physical and sexual strength that help you feel GREAT and become extremely ATTRACTIVE to your wife.And, build the skills to bring communication and intimacy to your marriage, so you have a marriage full of fun, smiles, and mental, emotional and physical intimacy.And set a great example for generations to follow.We'll help you:1. Identify and eliminate your negative, unattractive patterns of thinking, feeling and acting2. Replace them with positive, attractive patterns3. Repeat those new patterns until you can't get them wrong. Until your brain is rewired and you are strong and attractive on default. This helps eliminate the "2 steps forward, 3 steps back" problem that some programs create.The best time to build these strengths and learn these skills was years ago. The second best time is today.In the next few months, your marriage can be full of fun, passion and intimacy.Or, it can be the same as it is now. Or worse.CLICK HERE to join Strong Men Strong Marriages.

Have you ever been in a rut in your marriage?  Have you ever wanted more out of your relationship? Have you ever been frustrated because you feel more like his maid or mother than his wife?  If you answered yes to any of these questions, you need to check out this episode where I interview Shiloh Minor.  Shiloh Minor is a Love and Marriage Coach for women who want to create a passionate marriage with the man they already chose. She helps women get their needs met, fall back in love and bring out the best in their man!  Shiloh's passion is showing women how to create loving, sweet, flirty moments in the midst of their everyday real lives. You can reach Shiloh @Website: www.shilohminor.comFacebook profile: https://www.facebook.com/shiloh.minor/Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lovestorymarriageInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/real_life.love_story/ Connect with Marianne:Website: Message In The Middle with MarianneMessage In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne

Sure, you can ask Google how to set relationship goals, and you will get all sorts of information; try it!Maybe you even take a stab at one or two of the suggestions you discover.You might quickly discover the Google suggestion felt awful and awkward, and your spouse didn't respond as you hoped. Maybe you've already given these tactics a go, and your new year healthy eating goals lasted longer than a repeat of a tactic that left you feeling less than loved and desired. Why are relationship goals so difficult? My simple answer is this: we're talking about matters of the heart. When it comes to matters of the heart, most of us will go to extremes to protect our hearts from getting hurt. But, on this week's AwakenYou in your marriage episode...EPISODE 100, BTW!!!!!

After struggling in his own marriage despite feeling like he was doing everything right and trying to follow all the mainstream advice, Chris Parsons discovered a secret hiding in plain sight that allowed him to totally transform his marriage.He started coaching married individuals in 2018 whose spouse had "checked out" and wasn't interested in working on things. Through that process, he discovered that "advice" only worked for a little while, but what people needed was radical, belief-shifting, new perspectives to be able to create joy, harmony, and passion in their marriage. Chris has been married to his wife Kerry Parsons since 2010, and they have four kids that they homeschool together. Learn more here: www.startswithyoucoaching.comA Note from the QDawG; For many marriages throughout the world couples struggle with communication. This struggle creates a volatile home life full of arguing and frustration. This environment at home leads to a sexless marriage and those struggles carry over into your professional life as well as your parenting. How do you initiate change? Is there hope even when your spouse doesn't want to work on your relationship? The simple answer is Yes. Todays guest brought his marriage back from all of these factors as well as a separation. This is the show for you!Chris is a marriage coach and the author of the book The Happy healthy Marriage reset- Using Sincerity to erase baggage & Restore Love Check his book out here: It Starts With You: The Secret to a Passionate Marriage & Peaceful Home (Even if your Spouse doesn't Want to Change): Parsons, Chris: 9798831188639: Amazon.com: BooksMeet Chris at www.startswithyoucoaching.com

In today's episode, we sit down with the lovely Melissa Fredricks, aka @MrsKevOnStage, and discuss how we can keep passion and spice alive in our marriages.  We dive deep into the topics of why marriage is hard, honesty and openness in marriage, intimacy, infusing spice into the marriage, having a public/ social media relationship, balancing being a wife and a mother, ways to not let kids drain the passion out of a marriage, balancing being a business partner and a wife, how to keep things fresh, dealing with conflict in marriage, emotional connection with your spouse, the role of a wife, not "letting yourself go" as a woman, embracing the evolution of your spouse, and much more. Follow Melissa at: https://www.instagram.com/mrskevonsta... Subscribe to Melissa's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/MrsKevOn... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are many assumptions and myths about sexuality, especially regarding the differences between men and women. How does the objectification of women impact their sexuality, particularly their interest in sex? And what improves a couple's connection when it comes to sex? In this episode, we will be looking at some of the common dynamics that affect physical intimacy. https://www.amazon.com/Come-You-Are-Surprising-Transform/dp/B08CPVQT5M/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2TI7BA8KS8IQ3&keywords=come+as+you+are+by+emily+nagoski%2C+ph.d&qid=1665442608&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIyLjAyIiwicXNhIjoiMS42NSIsInFzcCI6IjEuNzMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=come+as+%2Caps%2C117&sr=8-1 (Come as You Are) by Emily Nagoski, Ph.D. https://www.amazon.com/Passionate-Marriage-Intimacy-Committed-Relationships/dp/0393334279/ref=sr_1_1?crid=31VHNMMG11551&keywords=the+passionate+marriage&qid=1665442591&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIxLjAzIiwicXNhIjoiMC4yOSIsInFzcCI6IjAuNDMifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=the+passionate+marriage%2Caps%2C113&sr=8-1 (The Passionate Marriage) by David Schnarch, Ph.D. Isn't Having Sex My Right? Live Webinar Oct 20. https://strongerthanbefore.podia.com/isn-t-having-sex-my-right-why-sexual-coercion-is-abuse/vybt7 (Get your ticket here!) Follow me on https://www.tiktok.com/@kerrymcavoyphd (Tiktok), https://www.instagram.com/kerrymcavoyphd/ (Instagram), https://www.youtube.com/c/KerryMcAvoyPhD (Youtube) and https://www.facebook.com/kerrymcavoyphd (Facebook)! @kerrymcavoyphd Are you looking for community support after narcissistic abuse? Check out Dr. McAvoy's https://app.vibely.io/toxicfreerelationshipclub (Toxic-Free Relationship Club)! Want to read a true story of narcissistic abuse? LOVE YOU MORE: The Harrowing Tale of Lies, Sex Addiction, & Double Cross Availablehttps://linktr.ee/LOVEYOUMOREbook ( here )at the following online stores. And be sure to sign up for https://resources.kerrymcavoyphd.com/surviving-narcissism (Dr. McAvoy's 50 free Surviving Narcissism tips & exercises)! Consider https://ko-fi.com/kerrymcavoyphd (donating the cost of a cup of coffee) to support this podcast! More at https://resources.kerrymcavoyphd.com/ (resources.kerrymcavoyphd.com)

Eric has a great conversation with Dr. Mike Frazier from the Strong Men, Strong Marriages Podcast. We dive deeper into his the pillars of a passionate marriage.We chat about:➡️ The three pillars and why they are important.➡️ What trust means to us and to our partner➡️ Creating healthy communication patterns➡️ How to level up your sexual intimacyGuest Links:The Strong Men, Strong Marriages PodcastMike's WebsiteEvolved Marriage Links:FREE EVOLVED MEN'S COLLECTIVE FB GROUPFree ResourcesApply for the Evolved Men's Collective Mastermind

Is it possible to have a real partnership marriage, even when your spouse is struggling with their mental health?  YES!  We are talking to relationship expert, Aimée Gianni MS about how to avoid getting stuck in and overfunctioning role in your relationship, cultivate friendship and avoid resentment. It is powerful stuff! Resources mentioned by Aimée: Passionate Marriage by Dr. David Schnarch Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown Everything Isn't Terrible by Dr. Kathleen Smith   Aimée Gianni, MS, is a Marriage & Family Therapist and a Master Coach Instructor specializing in Love Relationships. She teaches her clients The Art of Intimate Connection and helps them create strong, loving, joyful relationships and meaningful lives that they love, full of authenticity, connection, passion, fulfillment, and physical well-being.  It's her favorite thing to do!  As a Master Coach Instructor she trains relationship coaches how to do this important work with their clients.  You can learn more about her work at AimeeGianni.com and follow her on Instagram @aimeegiannims  

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You're trying to get your wife's attention, appreciation and affection.You're cooking, cleaning, making the money, and helping with the kids.You're shutting down activities that you enjoy to spend more time with her.And despite all your sacrifices…It's not working!You don't have the mental, emotional and sexual intimacy you want with your wife.There's good news.You're a guy who puts in the effort.You're just directing that effort incorrectly.A passionate marriage is built on 3 pillars:TrustCommunicationAnd Intimacy.Learn how to build all three in today's episode.Listen on Strong Men Strong Marriages here. Watch on YouTube here. Dr. MikeP.S. If you're a high achieving, professionally successful Christian man who is ready to build yourself into the man that God wants you to be… So you can have incredible mental, emotional and sexual intimacy with your wife…And create an amazing legacy for your family to follow…And get the coaching and accountability to help you get there much FASTER…Starting TODAY…CLICK HERE to apply to join my Love, Intimacy And Legacy program.You'll schedule a call and fill out an application that we'll review on the call. I'm looking forward to speaking with you!

The concept of validation is not a complicated one, but it is a huge part of how we show up in our lives and how we can understand how to better feel the love that we want for ourselves.   The way we seek validation will also help us understand how pornography has been playing a part in our self soothing process.  I am going to lean on Dr. David Schnarch's book “Passionate Marriage” for the definitions of these two concepts and then we are going to talk about what they mean in the context of pornography and marriage.  Other-validated intimacy involves the expectation of acceptance, empathy, validation, or reciprocal disclosure from our partner.   Self validated intimacy relies on a person maintaining their own sense of identity and self-worth when disclosing, with no expectation of acceptance or reciprocity from their partner.  our capacity for self-validated intimacy is directly related to our level of our ability to maintain a clear sense of ourselves when our loved ones are pressuring us to conform to their views, wants, or expressed desires.  It is the tangible product of our relationship with ourself.   So, let's talk about other-validated intimacy and how that might be keeping you from being successful in eliminating a pornography habit.  When we expect our partner to give back to us as much or more than we are giving them, we are engaging in what Dr. David Glover calls in his book, “No more Mr. Nice Guy” a covert contract.  This is our way of trying to get our partner to tell us that we are enough for them.  I used to do this all the time with foot rubs and back rubs for Darcy.  When I wanted her to reciprocate with sex or love I would do things for her to make it so she was supposed to give back to me.  I also did this with things like house work.  I would do everything so I could take off her plate any excuses she might have for saying no to me later.   I did this so she would validate me with sex.   This covert contract was about expecting something from her that she was not offering freely because she wanted to give it.  D – and when he would do this I would …. Tell your feelings about this here.  D – Give an example of how you would seek validation from me.  –  we never talk – this was a regular refrain, even when we had spent all day together the previous day.  I was seeking for Zach to tell me I was enough, accepted.  What we are doing when we seek other-validated intimacy is asking our partner to manage our sense of whether or not we are OK.   One of the reasons, that I believe men and women turn to pornography is that there is nothing we can't ask for that won't be given in that space.  It is almost a total free for all.  It is self-gratifying and other-validating, even when those others are not present physically, mentally, or even willingly.   This is just an idea that occurs to me, but it makes sense, at least from one position.  Pornography validates us regardless of how we feel and regardless of whether we are acting with integrity.  When we deal with real people, in real time, over real issues, we are constantly at risk of being rejected.   This is one of the central things that I believe makes pornography so appealing on a different level than just aroused by it.  Pornography never rejects us.  It never says that what we want is not available.  It never says, “I'm not comfortable doing that” or “I'm tired, can we just snuggle” or “I'm upset with the way you treated me” This is a counterfeit other-validation that is available at the tips of our fingers at all hours of the day and night.   Whereas, to be self-validated and to have self-validated intimacy,...

In this episode I explain how you can choose to change your mindset in a way that could change your relationship - maybe your whole life. What if you woke up tomorrow and simply chose to love?

What do you want out of your marriage? I think we all want our marriages to be healthy and full of passion, right? But, how do you do that? Today I’m talking about the 4 keys to a healthy and passionate marriage. Can you disagree and still be close? Yes! Can you love your spouse for who they are, not who you wish they would be? Absolutely!

Tune in to hear Braxton and Cami review Secrets of a Passionate Marriage by David Schnarch. You'll find invaluable communication strategies, self-soothing strategies, and conflict resolution strategies in this episode. Tune in next month for a review of Tell Me What You Want: The Science of Sexual Desire and How It Can Help You Improve Your Sex Life by Justin Lehmiller

"By doing these things, you will improve across the board." In the second part of John Broadbent's interview with SensrTrx's Founder and CEO, Bryan Sapot, the two discuss getting started with Industry 4.0 and why it doesn't need to be hard or expensive. According to John, you may need to enact Industry 3.0 first, and that's ok, but at least you're starting somewhere. The concept of a connected, smart manufacturer isn't going anywhere. It's a proven idea. But, if you get on the horse, you're entering the race and working towards that idea. "We've got a decade of information and experience to show this stuff does work." John mentions a book during this episode which can be found at the link below: Passionate Marriage by David Schnarch If you'd like to talk to John about industry 4.0, he can be contacted via LinkedIn. Enjoy this podcast? Hit the share button, subscribe for free if you're not already a regular listener, and give us a quick review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Help us create calm and improve flow in manufacturing!

More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net “The only way forward is through, together” - Nichelle Smith It is February 2021 which in the United States is also Black history month. With humility and respect we do recognize Black history is actually American history. This month serves as a reminder of that history and the contributions Black Americans have made; many of these contributions under challenging and impossible circumstances, and many of them unacknowledged and unappreciated at the time and still today. This is not something we only must do during the month of February, but every month. This week, we wanted to do an encore of a previously released podcast focused on the work of Resmaa Menakem, a healer, author, trauma specialist and podcaster. In this episode Resmaa shares his thoughts and insights about racialization as pedagogy and white body supremacy. In our conversation, we dive into: Key concepts about the impacts of racism on black and brown bodies The concept of white body supremacy as the standard by which all bodies of humanity are measured and why white people must get comfortable with that term How black and brown bodies can be harmed when white people seek validation and comfort from people of color The recent work Resmaa has done with author and speaker Robin DiAngelo about identifying and combating White Fragility How current policies and procedures allow white body supremacy to multiply Why Resmaa believes white people must engage in a longer-term, embodied process of work and self study to transform as individuals to better address the dismantling of white body supremacy Why white people must learn to create their own culture to better hold space for discomfort when discussing race Resmaa's creative ideas about how to leverage technology and other innovative fields to support anti-racism work In this episode: Resmaa Menakem Robin DiAngelo Resmaa Book, My Grandmother's Hands, Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies “Black History Month 2021: The Only Way Forward Is Through, Together” by Nichelle Smith More about Resmaa Manakem: Resmaa Menakem, MSW, LICSW, SEP, has appeared on both The Oprah Winfrey Show and Dr. Phil as an expert on conflict and violence. He has served as director of counseling services for the Tubman Family Alliance; as behavioral health director for African American Family Services in Minneapolis; as a domestic violence counselor for Wilder Foundation; as a certified Military and Family Life Consultant for the U.S. Armed Forces; as a trauma consultant for the Minneapolis Public Schools; and as a Cultural Somatics consultant for the Minneapolis Police Department. As a Community Care Counselor, he managed the wellness and counseling services for civilians on fifty-three US military bases in Afghanistan. Resmaa studied and trained at Peter Levine's Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute, as well as with Dr. David Schnarch (author of the bestselling Passionate Marriage) and Bessel van der Kolk, MD (author of the bestselling The Body Keeps the Score). He currently teaches workshops on Cultural Somatics for audiences of African Americans, European Americans, and police officers. He is also a therapist in private practice.

More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net  “The only way forward is through, together”  - Nichelle Smith It is February 2021 which in the United States is also Black history month.   With humility and respect we do recognize Black history is actually American history.  This month serves as a reminder of that history and the contributions Black Americans have made; many of these contributions under challenging and impossible circumstances, and many of them unacknowledged and unappreciated at the time and still today. This is not something we only must do during the month of February, but every month.  This week, we wanted to do an encore of a previously released podcast focused on the work of Resmaa Menakem, a healer, author, trauma specialist and podcaster.  In this episode Resmaa shares his thoughts and insights about racialization as pedagogy and white body supremacy.  In our conversation, we dive into: Key concepts about the impacts of racism on black and brown bodies The concept of white body supremacy as the standard by which all bodies of humanity are measured and why white people must get comfortable with that term How black and brown bodies can be harmed when white people seek validation and comfort from people of color The recent work Resmaa has done with author and speaker Robin DiAngelo about identifying and combating White Fragility       How current policies and procedures allow white body supremacy to multiply  Why Resmaa believes white people must engage in a longer-term, embodied process of work and self study to transform as individuals to better address the dismantling of white body supremacy  Why white people must learn to create their own culture to better hold space for discomfort when discussing race Resmaa’s creative ideas about how to leverage technology and other innovative fields to support anti-racism work In this episode: Resmaa Menakem Robin DiAngelo Resmaa Book, My Grandmother's Hands, Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies “Black History Month 2021: The Only Way Forward Is Through, Together” by Nichelle Smith More about Resmaa Manakem: Resmaa Menakem, MSW, LICSW, SEP, has appeared on both The Oprah Winfrey Show and Dr. Phil as an expert on conflict and violence. He has served as director of counseling services for the Tubman Family Alliance; as behavioral health director for African American Family Services in Minneapolis; as a domestic violence counselor for Wilder Foundation; as a certified Military and Family Life Consultant for the U.S. Armed Forces; as a trauma consultant for the Minneapolis Public Schools; and as a Cultural Somatics consultant for the Minneapolis Police Department. As a Community Care Counselor, he managed the wellness and counseling services for civilians on fifty-three US military bases in Afghanistan. Resmaa studied and trained at Peter Levine’s Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute, as well as with Dr. David Schnarch (author of the bestselling Passionate Marriage) and Bessel van der Kolk, MD (author of the bestselling The Body Keeps the Score). He currently teaches workshops on Cultural Somatics for audiences of African Americans, European Americans, and police officers. He is also a therapist in private practice.

One of the most difficult tasks in relationships is to maintain our sense of self...to not loose our self in relationship. This can be even more challenging during times of conflict, stress and uncertainty. And especially true when our partner is pressuring us to be something different or when we fear their reaction and ultimately a loss of approval and love.  (Please listen to the podcast episode or read the transcript to hear explanations, stories, and examples.)   In this episode, Dr. Jessica Higgins discusses:  How important it is to work on becoming differentiated in relationship. The fallout of not maintaining a solid sense of self.  What it looks like when couples get stuck in emotional fusion and gridlock.  Dr. David Schnarch's Four Points Of Balance: Solid Flexible Self, Quiet Mind - Calm Heart, Grounded Responding, and Meaningful Endurance.  How differentiation relates to our passion, sexual desire and sexual intimacy.    "A solid sense of self develops from confronting yourself, challenging yourself to do what's right, and earning your own self-respect. It develops from inside you rather than from internalizing what's around you." by Dr. David Schnarch   Mentioned:  Shifting Criticism into Connected Communication – Free Guide Crucible Institute Dr. David Schnarch (website) Intimacy & Desire, by Dr. David Schnarch (book) Resurrecting Sex, by Dr. David Schnarch (book) Passionate Marriage, by Dr. David Schnarch (book) ERP 110: HOW TO MANAGE TWO MAJORLY CONFLICTING NEEDS IN RELATIONSHIP (podcast) ERP 234: How To Deal With Fears Of Intimacy – Part two (podcast) ERP 233: How To Deal With Fears Of Intimacy – Part One (podcast) ERP 223: How To Deal With Difficult Emotions – Part One (podcast) ERP 224: How To Deal With Difficult Emotions – Part Two (podcast) Dr. Susan Johnson's website Connect with Dr. Jessica Higgins:   Facebook: facebook.com/EmpoweredRelationship  Instagram: instagram.com/drjessicahiggins  Podcast: drjessicahiggins.com/podcasts  Pinterest: pinterest.com/EmpowerRelation  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drjessicahiggins  Twitter: @DrJessHiggins  Website: drjessicahiggins.com   Email: jessica@drjessicahiggins.com     If you have a topic you would like me to discuss, please contact me by clicking on the “Ask Dr. Jessica Higgins” button here.  Thank you so much for your interest in improving your relationship.  Also, I would so appreciate your honest rating and review. Please leave a review by clicking here.  Thank you!   If you are interested in developing new skills to overcome relationship challenges, please consider taking the Connected Couple Program or engaging in relationship coaching work with me. 

007:  In this episode, I will share with you about a prayer that I came across in a book. I will go through this prayer and what I added to it for my personal prayer for my wife along with scripture that will help your marriage grow stronger, more passionate and intimate as you prayer for your wife every day.0:45 - Book "Bond of Brothers" by Wes Yoder1:50 - "Prayer produces intimacy" quote by Dr. Edwin Louis Cole2:51 - Romans 7:2 5:39 - Psalms 140:136:17 - Matthew 6:336:55 - Ecclesiastes 4;127:07 - Colossians 3:157:27 - Genesis 2:248:19 - Matthew 19:5, Mark 10:7,811:21 - Matthew 13: 44,4512:53 - Ephesians 5:2513:49 - Book "Leadership Awakening" by Doug Stringer - "While men reach for thrones to build their own kingdoms, Jesus reached for a towel to wash men's feet."14:53 - 1 Corinthians 17:16I am an affiliate with Amazon and do get a % of the sale, but here is Amazon Affiliate Links for products:Bond of Brothers - https://amzn.to/2ZZoe4eLeadership Awakening - https://amzn.to/3cn2CkSLink to free copy of The Marriage Prayer:https://the318project.ck.page/f38ea87517

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“One sick elephant doesn't stop a circus; so figure it out.” More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net On today's episode we speak with Resmaa Menakem, a healer, author, trauma specialist and podcaster. Resmaa shares his thoughts and insights about racialization as pedagogy and white body supremacy. In our conversation, we dive into: Key concepts about the impacts of racism on black and brown bodies The concept of white body supremacy as the standard by which all bodies of humanity are measured and why white people must get comfortable with that term How black and brown bodies can be harmed when white people seek validation and comfort from people of color The recent work Resmaa has done with author and speaker Robin DiAngelo about identifying and combating White Fragility How current policies and procedures allow white body supremacy to multiply Why Resmaa believes white people must engage in a longer-term, embodied process of work and self study to transform as individuals to better address the dismantling of white body supremacy Why white people must learn to create their own culture to better hold space for discomfort when discussing race Resmaa's creative ideas about how to leverage technology and other innovative fields to support anti-racism work In this episode: Resmaa Website: here Robin DiAngelo Website: here Resmaa Book, My Grandmother's Hands, Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies: here More about Resmaa Resmaa Menakem, MSW, LICSW, SEP, has appeared on both The Oprah Winfrey Show and Dr. Phil as an expert on conflict and violence. He has served as director of counseling services for the Tubman Family Alliance; as behavioral health director for African American Family Services in Minneapolis; as a domestic violence counselor for Wilder Foundation; as a certified Military and Family Life Consultant for the U.S. Armed Forces; as a trauma consultant for the Minneapolis Public Schools; and as a Cultural Somatics consultant for the Minneapolis Police Department. As a Community Care Counselor, he managed the wellness and counseling services for civilians on fifty-three US military bases in Afghanistan. Resmaa studied and trained at Peter Levine's Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute, as well as with Dr. David Schnarch (author of the bestselling Passionate Marriage) and Bessel van der Kolk, MD (author of the bestselling The Body Keeps the Score). He currently teaches workshops on Cultural Somatics for audiences of African Americans, European Americans, and police officers. He is also a therapist in private practice.

“One sick elephant doesn’t stop a circus; so figure it out.”  More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net  On today’s episode we speak with Resmaa Menakem, a healer, author, trauma specialist and podcaster.  Resmaa shares his thoughts and insights about racialization as pedagogy and white body supremacy.  In our conversation, we dive into: Key concepts about the impacts of racism on black and brown bodies The concept of white body supremacy as the standard by which all bodies of humanity are measured and why white people must get comfortable with that term How black and brown bodies can be harmed when white people seek validation and comfort from people of color The recent work Resmaa has done with author and speaker Robin DiAngelo about identifying and combating White Fragility       How current policies and procedures allow white body supremacy to multiply  Why Resmaa believes white people must engage in a longer-term, embodied process of work and self study to transform as individuals to better address the dismantling of white body supremacy  Why white people must learn to create their own culture to better hold space for discomfort when discussing race Resmaa’s creative ideas about how to leverage technology and other innovative fields to support anti-racism work In this episode: Resmaa Website:  here Robin DiAngelo Website:  here  Resmaa Book, My Grandmother's Hands, Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies: here More about Resmaa Resmaa Menakem, MSW, LICSW, SEP, has appeared on both The Oprah Winfrey Show and Dr. Phil as an expert on conflict and violence. He has served as director of counseling services for the Tubman Family Alliance; as behavioral health director for African American Family Services in Minneapolis; as a domestic violence counselor for Wilder Foundation; as a certified Military and Family Life Consultant for the U.S. Armed Forces; as a trauma consultant for the Minneapolis Public Schools; and as a Cultural Somatics consultant for the Minneapolis Police Department. As a Community Care Counselor, he managed the wellness and counseling services for civilians on fifty-three US military bases in Afghanistan. Resmaa studied and trained at Peter Levine’s Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute, as well as with Dr. David Schnarch (author of the bestselling Passionate Marriage) and Bessel van der Kolk, MD (author of the bestselling The Body Keeps the Score). He currently teaches workshops on Cultural Somatics for audiences of African Americans, European Americans, and police officers. He is also a therapist in private practice.

Being intentional in your marriage relationship can lead to a purposeful and passionate marriage. This week on By His Grace, my guest pastor and marriage coach William Hutcheson shares wisdom on marriage from his 38 years of experience helping both newlyweds and established couples to have the happy relationship God intends. The first 25 people […] The post Purposeful Passionate Marriage – William Hutcheson appeared first on By His Grace.

Welcome to another episode of Your Anxiety Toolkit Podcast.  This topic has been a long time coming, and highly requested. This week’s podcast is all about anxiety and sex.  In this podcast, we talk about how anxiety and sex can become two peas in a pod and how anxiety can present itself in many different ways.   While I am not a sex therapist, I do have a lot of experience talking with my clients about anxiety and sex. The truth is, there are many ways anxiety shows up during sex, or sex shows up in our anxiety. This is true for many people and this can become very confusing.  People often report anxiety impacting sex in many ways.  This might include loss of arousal, loss of libido or interest in sex, intrusive thoughts during sexual intercourse, hyper-awareness of sexual-related sensations and many more.   In this week’s episode, we address the following topics             •          Social Anxiety:  In social anxiety, people are afraid of being judged by their sexual partner and will often avoid sexual interactions in fear of being judged. For people struggling with social anxiety and sex, they must accept the risk of being judged and work to find a partner who respects them and their fears.  Finding safety in a partner can help immensely.              •          Performance anxiety: This involves the fear of not being able to perform well (or perfectly) in sexual interactions.  This is very common and often involves setting realistic expectations for ourselves.               •          OCD: There are many ways that OCD can create anxiety around sexual intimacy. This is most common for those who have sexual orientation obsessions, relationship obsessions, or pedophilia obsessions              •          Panic Disorder: Symptoms of panic can often come on during all stages of intimacy, not just anticipatory anxiety               •          Trauma: Trauma is a very important component to address.  We encourage people who have trauma in this area to seek professional mental health care and work through these issues with a safe and caring clinician. Find a Sex Therapist:  https://www.aasect.org/aasect-requirements-sex-therapist-certification https://www.amazon.com/Passionate-Marriage/dp/B00159T73Q

This week, we are joined by friends Ron + Morgan Day Cecil! They are the creators of a movement called Romance + Adventure and we have enlisted their help with our ongoing and sometimes wobbly quest for intimacy. Whether you’re seeking a deeper connection OR trying to wiggle your way out of a back-rub (ahem) these two are experts when it comes to heartfelt connection and we are SO ready to learn the magic of their ways.Meanwhile, do you want to grow a relationship that’s rooted in Great Love? Join us in Long Beach for the Grounded Marriage Summit in Feb 2020! Head to our site for more event info and click right here to support the show. ♥︎QUICK BITES:Book recommendations: The Passionate Marriage by David Schnarch, Intimacy And Desire by David Schnarch, Wired for Joy by Laurel Mellin.The miracle of love isn’t in the falling, it’s in the remaining. Morgan shares this quote with us as a reminder to keep making the choice, even though it’s not always easy!The Cecils remind us of the distinct importance of understanding, defining and communicating what we want by sharing it regularly (and openly) with our partner.Regardless of gender, remember that your sexual energies are meant to be complementary to one another and do not need to be identical.The person with the lower desire can “take back the lead” in order to feel empowered. The Cecils share a positive and proactive solution for couples who have libidos that land on completely different levels!Morgan explains why having “order” in the house is something that helps her feel free enough to get lost in a moment of passion. (Ron promptly begins clearing the space around her, just in case.)Talking about sex when we’re already laughing or having a good time together is what starts to normalize the conversation and remove potential triggers. Morgan reminds us to “Stay in the heart instead of letting ourselves get stuck in the head.”The Cecils teach us about brain state awareness. It is important to know that prioritizing personal growth is what allows you to show up for your partner as your true self. Relationships become dangerous when you to expect or rely on the other person to fix you.

Chelsea Peterson, a marriage and family therapist and owner of Cache Valley Counseling, joins Grace to discuss a long-awaited topic: how to understand and maneuver different levels of desire in the bedroom.Mrs. Peterson explains that partners differ in sexual desire far more often than not and that which partner is which can change (8:30). She then dives into the patterns that can arise when this situation is not handled well (12:05) and where the patterns can come from (18:20). (That's when Good Girl Syndrome is explained.) Thankfully, Mrs. Peterson takes us through how to retrain our brains (31:00). The brake/gas pedal analogy is helpful in identifying what triggers changes in the bedroom (42:15). After the host and her guest go down a bunny trail about sex and  nursing (46:15), Mrs. Peterson helps us lessen judgement around sexual preferences (51:15). Grace reminds us of the long term nature of the sex game and the motivation behind working hard now (57:00). Next, Mrs. Peterson discusses how to maneuver life as a high-desire partner (60:25). In closing, Grace and Mrs. Peterson clarify that no one needs sex, but everyone needs emotional connection (82:45). Recommended resources on sex (the anatomy and relational sides) are as follows: Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski (on Amazon here)And It Was Very Good by Our Earthly Parents (on Amazon here or email Chelsea at info@cvcounselingservices.com for a free PDF)Attached by Amir Levine (on Amazon here)Passionate Marriage by David Schnarch (on Amazon here)“The Intimacy Podcast” with Rhonda Farr (link to Apple podcasts here) Instagram accounts:@kristinbhodson (website here)@finalysonfife (website here)@marriagelaboratory (website here). Thank you for listening to this podcast! Sharing it with a friend or leaving a quick review on iTunes would be deeply appreciated—it spreads the word and keeps this show going. Follow on Instagram @thenewlywedshow and Grace Jensen @gracewjensen. She would love to hear from you! And a HUGE thank you to Cache Valley Counseling Services for connecting Grace with their therapists to bring information to you! You can reach them at https://www.cvcounselingservices.com/.You can also support the podcast by snatching up quality, trendy, comfy clothes with a 10% coupon. Check out with code “newlywedshow” at https://www.aliceshootspeople.com/shop/ You can access more discounts and giveaways by joining the shop's Facebook page, Alice Loves Clothes. 

A passionate marriage is often easy to start and challenging to sustain.  Find lasting joy through pursuing qualities that flow through the Song of Solomon like commitment, desire, faithfulness, physical attraction, and friendship.  Pray for these qualities to grow in couples you know.

In this conversation you will learn about:Career transitions and creating what you wish existedMaking happiness a daily choiceWhat it means to have the ‘attainable body’Body positivity, self care, self love, and self confidenceTips for creating a loving, passionate relationship Be an active player in your relationship Following your path and letting it unfold in its own time Connect with Sam on Instagram: @samanthajoharvey Curious about nutrition coaching, one-on-one life coaching, or joining Sam's team? Visit her website HERE. Connect with Kat on Instagram: @lovesizeme Guest Bio:Kat has had more than 9 lives. Her experience includes choreographer, stockbroker, certified fitness instructor, dancer, wife, mom, and too many more to mention. Throughout all of her life, Kat has been a leader and passionate about caring for other people. Kat is a certified fitness professional and has appeared in over 30 fitness videos. As life changed so did Kat’s body. She went from a size 2 as a dancer to what we like to call “the attainable body”. In 2014 Kat was a cast member for a Beachbody program called 21 Day Fix. Kat was the modifier: meaning the person in the fitness video who modifies the extreme exercises so us normal folk can actually do them. As a result of that program Kat developed a MASSIVE following of people who thank her for helping them to accomplish amazing fitness and health goals. They were finally able to identify with someone to help them stick to the program. It was at that time that Kat realized a huge gap in the health and fitness industry. Currently, Kat is a fitness professional determined to help people bring the conversation back to “health” and not focused on looks. She knows that in order for people to be able to take care of themselves physically and emotionally they must START with self love. Through public speaking and coaching Kat inspires people every day to “Love themselves enough to take care of themselves”. 

Ben and Kami share about why to stop trying to change your kids and instead focus on how they can change you so that you never have to be embarrassed again. They also answer questions about guest celebrities, sex resources, and Peter, Paul, and Mary getting canceled because of #metoo. Book recomendations: Passionate Marriage: https://amzn.to/2G6rM9Q Beyond the Birds and Bees https://amzn.to/2NJyqJH A performance by Peter Yarrow, of Peter, Paul, and Mary fame, has been canceled from an arts festival https://nyti.ms/2LcmOMX United Airlines put an underage passenger on a plane to the wrong country, prompting a panicked mother to beg the airline to keep the plane from taking off http://bit.ly/2LJCKpv Leave us a message: (206) 651-5744 Discuss on FB: https://goo.gl/THhxCF We're writing a book (get updates) https://goo.gl/wfaEaY YouTube: https://goo.gl/Uwo9wb Vlog: https://www.youtube.com/c/FightforTogether Our book, coffee, and camera recommendations https://www.amazon.com/shop/fightfortogether Thank you for supporting our work! https://www.patreon.com/fightfortogether paypal.me/fightfortogether Venmo - @fightfortogether CONNECT IG: https://instagram.com/fightfortogether/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/fightfortogether/ TW: https://twitter.com/fight4together FFT@crawfordlife.com RECORDED July 6, 2019 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fightfortogether/support

Thank you for listening to Mormon Sex Info. This episode is an archived episode and is only now becoming publicly available. Mormon Sex Info relies on contributions. To contribute, please visit: mormonsex.info Please enjoy the episode. Natasha Helfer Parker interviews Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife, PhD, LCPC, on the topic of how to best handle a pornography disclosure within a couple system. This would be applicable for a couple where pornography viewing and/or masturbation was/is taking place by one spouse/partner in secret from the other. And now the behavior has come to light either through a voluntary disclosure (“confession” per se) or has been “found out.” This often creates a marital or relational crisis that needs to be navigated -especially in the context of a religious construct where high standards of sexual conduct have been developed. How can a couple take this type of catalyst and use it as an opportunity to develop not only the relationship, but the self? How do the ways we teach and talk about pornography keep us from healthy integration of sexuality and sensual pleasure? How do we navigate such things as our religious/spiritual values, the relationship we do or do not want with pornography, and our desire to be empathic lovers? How do we stand up for the type of sexuality we want in our relationships – in ways that honor and respect what our partners want? Dr. Finlayson-Fife grew up in Burlington, Vermont as one of eight children. She studied Psychology and Women’s Studies at Brigham Young University, and went on to receive her Masters and PhD in Counseling Psychology from Boston College. She has a private practice in Chicago, IL where she works primarily with LDS couples on relational and sexual issues. She is a frequent guest on LDS-themed podcasts, and has written articles for LDS-themed magazines and blogs on the subjects of sexuality, modesty, relationships, mental health and faith. She is married to John Finlayson-Fife and has three wonderful children. Resources mentioned during podcast: LDS Female Sexuality with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife: Mormon Mental Health Podcast Mormon Mental Health Association Position on Sex Addiction Women and Mormonism: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives Esther Perel, author of Mating in Captivity David Schnarch, author of Passionate Marriage  

In episode ERP 171, I read a listener’s question and I shared some examples of different types of manipulative behavior. I also offered the first 2 tips on how to deal with manipulative behavior in relationship. If you missed it, I encourage you to check it out. To recap, the first two tips of How To Deal With Manipulative Behavior: 1. Identify The Manipulative Behavior 2. Focus On Your Power, Strength, And Goodness (Please listen to the podcast episode or read the transcript to hear explanations, stories and examples.) HOW TO DEAL WITH MANIPULATIVE BEHAVIOR (4 OF 6): 3. Work on Differentiating: “The ability to balance our needs for autonomy and attachment is called differentiation. Differentiation is a scientific process that occurs in all species. For humans, it is about becoming more of a unique individual and a solid person through relationships with others.” by Dr. David Schnarch Dr. David Schnarch’s 4 Points of Balance: Solid flexible self Quiet mind and calm heart Grounded responding Meaningful Endurance Use visualization techniques to help yourself. “I can’t tell you how many clients have said, when they’re in their 20s or 30s: ‘You know, when I looked at my dad, I realized I’m a foot taller than him.’ And it was a revelation because they still felt so much littler. So being able to reverse that and recognize, ‘Oh, I’m starting to feel small now, but wait a minute — I’m not,’ can be helpful.” Because, he says, “that’s the point of it. That’s how people manipulate. They make you feel small because that gives them more power.” by Dr. Dan Neuharth 4. Set Limits and Boundaries: Know your options. For example, “If this happens, then I will do xyz.” Use time as a resource. Don’t feel pressured to respond to any on-the-spot request. Learn to say “no” diplomatically but firmly. Speaking the truth with tact. Have an honest and open conversation, with support if needed. Create some distance, if the person is unwilling to work with you. 5. Deal with Grief and Loss: Accepting that the person may not change. Deal with the limitations of the relationship. Grieve not having the relationship you hoped for, imagined, or longed for. 6. Hold a Mirror: In the article, “How to Recognize and Handle Manipulative Relationship,” by Preston Ni, he described this concept of “holding a mirror” up to someone who may be making an unreasonable request. Put the focus back on them using probing questions. Reflect back the request and look at it together. Hopefully, the person will see the inequity of their request and reconsider.   MENTIONED:   ERP 171: HOW TO DEAL WITH MANIPULATION IN RELATIONSHIP (podcast) How to Recognize and Handle Manipulative Relationship, by Preston Ni (article) The Crucible 4 Points of Balance, by Dr. David Schnarch (article) ERP 135: HOW TO HANDLE GRIEF AND LOSS IN RELATIONSHIP – PART ONE (podcast) ERP 136: HOW TO HANDLE GRIEF AND LOSS IN RELATIONSHIP – PART TWO (podcast) ERP 169: WHAT TO DO WHEN DEPRESSION TAKES HOLD IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP – DR. SUSAN HEITLER (podcast) ERP 110: HOW TO MANAGE TWO MAJORLY CONFLICTING NEEDS IN RELATIONSHIP (podcast) Intimacy & Desire (book) Passionate Marriage (book) Photo by Sebastian Pichler on Unsplash   TRANSCRIPT: Click on this link to access the transcript for this episode: If you have a topic you would like me to discuss, please reach out to me. Here is my contact information. Thank you so much for your interest in improving your relationship. I would really appreciate your honest rating and review. Please leave a review by clicking here. Thank you! ❤ If you are interested in developing new skills to overcome relationship challenges, please consider taking the Connected Couple Program or engaging in relationship coaching work with me.  

Pastor Rick Julian continues our sermon series, This Is Us. Today's sermon is titled, A Passionate Marriage. In this message pastor Rick gives 4 steps to rescue a marriage.

If you missed part one and part two, I encourage you to check these episodes out first as it gives to the foundation for today’s conversation. In a relationship, it is easy to focus on what our partner is doing that isn’t working or is problematic. Yet, at the same time, we often overlook the ways in which we contribute to the problematic pattern. How often do we ask the question, “How lovable am I being right now?“ In part one and part two, we discussed tips 1 through 7. Today we will address tips number 8 through 14. (Please listen to the podcast episode or read the transcript to hear explanations, stories, and examples.) HOW TO BE MORE LOVABLE – PART THREE 8. Be Authentic, Genuine and Sincere The word “authentic’ and the word “author” come from the same origin. If you have the tendency to please your partner, you run the risk of losing yourself. Do your best to take a moment and connect with what is true for you before discussing options with your partner. 9. Be Values-Driven, which Promotes Personal Integrity Know what your highest values are in your life (i.e. making a difference, health, family, security, fun, relationship, etc.). This will help you prioritize what matters most for you in your life, even when it might not be easy, convenient or fun. Do your best to follow through with your agreements, and when you run into an issue, renegotiate the agreement with your partner. Consistency over time builds trust. Be accountable to yourself. 10. Set Boundaries When you are authentic and connect to your values, your boundaries will be much more clear. Having boundaries helps you show up more fully with your partner. Setting limits helps your partner know, love and care for you more. Each person’s needs are equally important in the relationship. 11. Listen, Deeply Listen Listening sounds basic enough, but so often we get wrapped up in a “me, me, me” attitude without even realizing it. Deeply listening offers a huge gift to your partner, where they can feel heard and seen. 12. Communicate Communicating positive things and in a positive way is important for the warmth and connection in your relationship (i.e. sharing the good news, expressing positive regard with kind eye contact and smiles). Slow down. Be present. Allow your partner to have an influence on you. Start-up a difficult conversation in a gentle way. Identify, acknowledge, and share your feelings. Check out assumptions, worries, and fears. 13. Be Grateful Being in a state of gratitude is thought to be one of the highest vibrational states. Cultivate gratitude. Develop a practice that helps you remember to be present to what is good and valuable in your life. 14. Keep It Fresh Change it up. Do something unexpected, Learn something new together. Change and learning give you and your partner an immediate feel-good neurochemical boost. Be creative and get outside of your comfort zone. MENTIONED: EPR 167: How To Be More Lovable In Relationship (podcast) ERP 168: How To Be More Lovable In Relationship – Part Two (podcast) Time Warrior, by Steve Chandler (book) Passionate Marriage, by David Schnarch (book) Intimacy & Desire, by David Schnarch (book) How to stop screwing yourself over by Mel Robbins (Ted Talk) Dr, Dan Seigal (website) Playback Theatre (website) Photo by Savs on Unsplash TRANSCRIPT: Click on this link to access the transcript for this episode: If you have a topic you would like me to discuss, please contact me by clicking on the “Ask Dr. Jessica Higgins” button here. Thank you so much for your interest in improving your relationship. Also, I would so appreciate your honest rating and review. Please leave a review by clicking here. Thank you! ❤ If you are interested in developing new skills to overcome relationship challenges, please consider taking the Connected Couple Program or engaging in relationship coaching work with me.

Episode 52: Resources for Great Sex About this episode Today we’re talking about resources for your marriage, and specifically about resources to help you enjoy great sex in your marriage. From the Bible What does God have to say about sex? A lot! The Bible says a great deal about marriage and intimacy. Start with the Song of Songs. Resources We mentioned a LOT in this episode—and here are all the links for you! (This list includes affiliate links that earn us a small commission.) Bonny Burns OysterBed7 blog Unlock Your Libido: 52 Week Sex Drive Transformation Virgin Bride Guidebook: Wedding Night Answers Join Christian Wives with Low Sex Drive - Closed Facebook Group Chris Taylor The Forgiven Wife blog First Steps Facebook group (see link for instructions to request group membership) Women in the Middle Facebook group Passion Pursuit study Intimacy Mentoring J. Parker Hot, Holy & Humorous Hot, Holy, and Humorous: Sex in Marriage by God's Design Intimacy Revealed: 52 Devotions to Enhance Sex in Marriage Pillow Talk: 40 Conversations About Sex for Married Couples Hot, Holy & Humorous Community (closed Facebook group for husbands and wives) Hot, Holy & Humorous HD group (closed Facebook group for higher-drive wives) Gaye Christmus Calm.Healthy.Sexy blog Passionate Marriage page Guide to Essential Romantic Oils Other Resources We Mentioned Christian Marriage Bloggers Association - Directory Dynamic Marriage 9 Week Course The Gift of Sex - Dr. Cliff and Joyce Penner Awaken Love - Ruth Buezis The Generous Wife Be Fully Well - Dr. Jessica McCleese Intimacy in Marriage Pursuit of Passion: Discovering True Intimacy in Your Marriage - Julie Sibert & Jeff Murphy Love Hope Adventure Intentional Today The Wedding Night: Embracing Sexual Intimacy as New Bride - Ngina Otiende The Good Girls Guide to Great Sex - Sheila Wray Gregoire Sheet Music: Uncovering the Secrets of Sexual Intimacy in Marriage - Kevin Leman

Thank you for listening to Mormon Sex Info. This episode is an archived episode and is only now becoming publicly available. Mormon Sex Info relies on contributions. To contribute, please visit:  mormonsex.info Please enjoy the episode. Natasha Helfer Parker interviews Kristin Hodson, LCSW, CST regarding the common use of the term "porn" or "sex" addiction within our Mormon culture. They cover limitations and issues when individuals, spouses, leaders or professionals pathologize unwanted sexual behavior - as well as cover more sex-positive approaches that are more likely to lead to the sexual health all parties are interested in achieving. Kristin Hodson is an LDS Certified Sex Therapist and has contributed to many media resources such as: Sheknows.com, Woman’s Day Magazine, and The Deseret News. She has been a regular contributor on the Radio From Hell show on x96 taking live calls on sex and intimacy, has appeared on KSL’s Studio 5, and has been a monthly guest on KUTV 2 morning news. She is the Founder and Executive Director of The Healing Group, where she offers many workshops and services regarding women's health and sexuality, and co-author of the book Real Intimacy: A Couple's Guide to Healthy, Genuine Sexuality.   Links to resources that are covered during the podcast:   https://www.thehealinggroup.com The Healing Group https://www.amazon.com/Real-Intimacy-Couples-Healthy-Sexuality/dp/1462110525/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1455249226&sr=8-1&keywords=real+intimacy+by+kristin+hodson Real Intimacy: A Couple's Guide to Healthy, Genuine Sexuality by Kristin Hodson, Alisha Worthington, and Thomas Harrison https://www.aasect.org AASECT https://www.amazon.com/Passionate-Marriage-Committed-Relationships-Paperback/dp/B00BSZTRU0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1455251852&sr=8-1&keywords=passionate+marriage Passionate Marriage by David Schnarch https://www.amazon.com/Truth-Uncomfortable-Book-About-Relationships/dp/0060898763/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1455259946&sr=8-1&keywords=the+truth+by+neil+strauss The Truth by Neil Strauss https://www.lds.org/ensign/2015/10/recovering-from-the-trap-of-pornography?lang=eng" Recovering from the Trap of Pornography by Elder Dallin H. Oaks Expanding Sex Therapy and Gina Ogden Mormon Porn Project 

GUEST: MARTIN UCIK Martin Ucik is a German born entrepreneur who trained with Eckhart Tolle as a Power Of Now group facilitator and founded www.singles2couples.org, an Association for Healthy Relationships. His studies of Ken Wilber’s Integral Model allowed him to integrate his personal experiences as a divorced father and the wisdom from over 200 relationship books into Integral Relationships: A Manual for Men which Ken Wilber calls “a terrific book!” and his new book Sex Purpose Love. (Please listen to the podcast episode or read the transcript to hear explanations, stories and examples.) LISTENERS’ QUESTIONS: First listener’s question: “I stumbled upon your podcast on Spotify and since then have found great value in it with my current relationship of 1.5 years. If possible I have some questions/topic that I would love to hear you cover. … One relationship question/topic that is a big stressor in my relationship is: My boyfriend is a police officer and in the National Guard. His jobs have really changed him like how he judges people really quickly and so on. Have you ever covered a topic similar to this?” Second listener’s question: “My worry is that I’ve grown and matured in my thinking over the past couple months and that my boyfriend and I won’t be on the same page. I tend to overthink and my boyfriend tries to simplify things, so oftentimes we balance each other out. However there are times when I think I’m maturing a lot faster than him and it sort of creates a mental gap between us. I’m not sure if that’s because we’re not compatible or if there’s a better way to communicate.” INTEGRAL THEORY Lines of development 5 stages of spiritual development 8 stages of consciousness 4 quadrants Personality matrix Developmental Lines for Relationship, based on Martin Ucik’s approach: Emotional availability Consciousness development Sexual development Spiritual development Anima/animus 8 STAGES OF DEVELOPMENT, BY MARTIN UCIK How we see the world and how we communicate. Survival Magical thinking Ego centric Mythic Rational Pluralistic Integral Transpersonal “Experience without theory is blind but theory without experience is mere intellectual play.” by Immanuel Kant How partners meet each other matters. In the past, partners would meet each other in places where they were likely to have similar perspectives, beliefs, and world views, like college, church, and interest based groups. It was more likely that partners would be at similar stages of consciousness. Whereas today, partners are meeting each other online and are more likely to be at different stages of consciousness, which poses great difficulty for couples. How do you determine what stage of development as person is in? Listen to what really matters to them. What do you recommend for a couple that is dealing with being at different stages of development?  Talk about your experience. Look at the stages of consciousness together. Be gentle in your approach with one another. Invite an openness and a willingness to explore. Sometimes, people will not be ready or willing to grow and develop. MENTIONED: Integral Relationships: A Manual for Men (book) Sex Purpose Love: Couples in Integral Relationships Creating a Better World (book) Relationship Map (opt-in) Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help YouFind – and Keep – Love (book) Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life — Second 2nd Edition (book) Integral Theory: Ken Wilber (Wikipedia) Ken Wilber (website) Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus (book) Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples, 20th Anniversary Edition (book) Passionate Marriage (book) Why We Love: The Nature and Chemistry of Romantic Love (book) The Way of the Superior Man: A Spiritual Guide to Mastering the Challenges of Women, Work, and Sexual Desire (20th Anniversary Edition) (book) Perfect Love, Imperfect Relationships: Healing the Wound of the Heart (book) Conscious Uncoupling: 5 Steps to Living Happily Even After (book) Alex Gray (website) ERP 006: Making And Keeping Agreements To Strengthen Your Relationship (podcast) ERP 140: How Pain and Suffering Increase & What to Do about It (podcast) ERP 141: How To Decrease Relationship Pain and Suffering (podcast) ERP 015: Do You Have A “Unity” Or “Journey” Mindset In Relationship? (podcast) TRANSCRIPT: Click on this link to access the transcript for this episode: If you have a topic you would like me to discuss, please reach out to me. Here is my contact information. Thank you so much for your interest in improving your relationship. Dealing with resentment in relationships help couples move forward positively with their lives and allow couples to have deeper connection. I would really appreciate your honest rating and review. Please leave a review by clicking here.

During todays show we talk to therapist and couples expert Becky Branch.  Becky describes the top two issues in romantic relationships and gives specific actionable tools and resources for couples and individuals to utilize for more peace, love and SEX in their relationships.  Contact Beck with questions at: becky_branch1@verizon.net   Books discussed:  Come as you are book: https://amzn.to/2xN9q9I   Passionate Marriage: https://amzn.to/2OnDYs8    Five love language: https://amzn.to/2NRJPqx   Visit us at www.happyhourpodcast.org or   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HHpodcasts/   IG: @hhpodcast   Please SUBSCRIBE, RATE US and SHARE US.  Also- visit our website and let us know what is on your heart!  Feel free to also support our show by buying us a round here:    http://mindbodycomplete.com/podcast/   Thank you for the honor of doing what we love!  xoxo

When we grow up in family systems that didn't foster and support our right to individuality, we learn that love involves unhealthy fusing. (Eg: When mum was unhappy, everyone was unhappy!) This episode draws from the wonderful work of Dr David Schnarch and in particular his book Passionate Marriage. The episode goes through some elements of unhealthy emotional fusing dynamics and how it leads to couples feeling alienated from one another. This episode is designed to point out some of the exchanges to avoid so that we are able to have a truly wonderful and meaningful connection in our relationships, taking our relational experience to a whole other level!

Hey, Boss! I've always known the value of having mentors. I have had mentors at every stage of my career, but I had no idea how much a phone call with Scott Oldford was going to change the trajectory of my business.   January 2017. I remember hopping on a call with Scott Oldford and talking to him about building sales funnels. A year and a half later Scott has been one of the biggest growth catalysts in our business having our first million dollar year and doubling our business over the last 12 months.   Scott's own journey is nothing short of amazing and I truly believe it's the reason he's able to impact and support entrepreneurs like you and me in such a true, honest and authentic way. What he is creating in the world is nothing short of amazing and I'm so proud and happy to be a part of it.   Scott has created businesses since the age of seven. He's a true entrepreneur and he's had multiple seven-figure businesses. Scott is honestly one of a kind, he's a friend and a mentor and I'm so happy to have him here!   You're going to get a lot out of this episode and I hope by the end of it you'll understand the impact of finding a right mentor for you.   Let us know your biggest takeaways by tagging us on Instagram - @SunnyLenarduzzi and @ScottOldford. And I'll be sure to share some of those reviews and comments on my Instagram Stories as well. Also, please make sure to give us a review on iTunes (or Google Play, Stitcher, Android, TuneIn, Spotify).   Let's dive in!   You can find the Show Notes for this episode HERE ____________________________________________ RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:   Scott Oldford's website   Books:   “Rocket Fuel” by Gino Wickman   "New Rules of Marriage" by Terrence Real   “Passionate Marriage” by David Schnarch PhD     Sunny Lenarduzzi's YouTube Channel _____________________________________________ Say hi to Sunny Lenarduzzi on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SunnyLenarduzzi/ Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/sunnylenarduzzi Twitter: https://twitter.com/SunnyLenarduzzi YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SunnyLenarduzzi Instagram: http://instagram.com/sunnylenarduzzi/   Sign up to my FREE TRAINING on How to 100x Your Subscriber Base and Double Your Revenue Using YouTube.   Join our community in “Be Your Own Boss Mastermind” Facebook Group here: http://www.byoboss.today   Listen to The Sunny Show Podcast here: iTunes Google Play Stitcher Android TuneIn Spotify            

Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes/Apple Podcasts.   Find us on Facebook: Desire Line Podcast Community On Twitter: @mydesireline @susettemtherapy @brandonalancook On Instagram: @susette.magana.therapy @brandonalancook Episode 27: Our third episode in our Attachment arc starts discussing how attachment affects us in adulthood. We talk "Internal Working Model" "A cognitive framework comprising mental representations for understanding the world, self, and others. A person's interaction with others is guided by memories and expectations from their internal model which influence and help evaluate their contact with others." https://www.simplypsychology.org/bowlby.html And how we see our own IWM, and how our relationship with God affects it. Psalm 139:5 You go before me and follow me. You place your hand of blessing on my head. There are three main features of the internal working model: (1) a model of others as being trustworthy, (2) a model of the self as valuable, and (3) a model of the self as effective when interacting with others. These beliefs of who we are, vs. how safe “the world” guides many of our interactions. Differentiation: Differentiation means maintaining your own individuality while in a relationship. How do you take responsibility for your own thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and acknowledge how other's thoughts, feelings, behaviors effect you? This gives us the ability to communicate your thoughts, feelings, behaviors honestly & lovingly to others, and not try to make them take responsibility for you, while you don't take responsibility for them. Hugging til Relaxed Here's a terrific was to get more in touch with your partner while also getting a better grip on yourself. It turns a simple hug into a window into your relationship and a way to improve it. Prepare yourself by taking a few minutes to slow down, relax, and slow your heart rate. Then stand facing your partner a few feet away. Get a balanced, well-grounded stance over your own two feet. Close your eyes, take a breath, and relax again. Open your eyes, and when the two of you are ready, shuffle forward without loosing your relaxed balanced position, so that you have one foot between your partner's feet. Get close enough that you can easily put your arms around your partner without feeling off balance, or pulling or pushing your partner off-balance either. Shift your stance or position as needed to be physically comfortable. Let yourself relax into the hug and remember to breathe. Lots of feelings about your partner, your relationship and yourself are bound to surface. Note your resistances but don't give into them. Afterwards, talk about the experience with your partner. It often takes several months of practice, several times a week, but you'll be amazed by the many improvements this brings. Hugging 'till Relaxed is fully described in the book Passionate Marriage.

In this episode, Dr. Carmen Roman Interviews Dr. Maoli who passionately shares her years of knowledge and earned experience through her private practice as well as her own personal life experience. Dr. Maoli helps couples to understand and improve their sexual life by bringing light into the imbedded blockages that might inhibit joy from the couple’s sexual relationship. Dr. Maoli is a clinical Psychologist with a Ph.D and Masters degree in Clinical Psychology. She has a private practice in Los Angeles South Bay area, Torrance, California, specializing in Sexuality, Eating Disorders, and Addictions. Dr. Maoli also hosts her own Podcast “Sexology”. What you will learn in this episode: • Cultural taboos and expectations around sex • Dr. Maoli’s favorite quote: “The real voyage of discovery consists of not having new landscapes, but in having new eyes.” - Marcel Proust • Overcoming frustration in relationships after the sex life becomes monotonous • Rediscovering yourself and your sexuality. Changing perspective regarding sex. • Why is it essential to bring adventure and excitement to our sexual relationship? • Belief systems that impair a joyful sexual life, i.e., shame, sex negative attitude, culture instilled negative image regarding sexuality, lack of presence due to a self-instilled negative body image, sexual assault. • Common problems that couples experience after a few years into the relationship. • What to do to solve some of the common problems such as loss of attraction towards the partner, mismatched libido levels, unresolved sexual disorders • The consequences of lack of communication and openness regarding sexuality. • How does life changes for a couple when they have young age children? • Making the couple’s sexual life a priority after becoming parents • Sex can be spontaneous even if it is scheduled. • Creating emotional and physical attraction by nourishing sexuality through foreplay throughout the day by engaging your partner in the world of fantasy. • When a couple is struggling in their sexual relationship, how does a person brings up the topic of the need to seek external help? • What are some recommendations on approaching the topic about the need to seek help? • A daily habit that contributes to a healthy sexual relationship. • Tips to those starting therapy or the healing journey Recommended Online Resources: • Blog: www.thedirtynormal.com by Emily Nagosky, Ph.D. • Dr. Maoli’s podcast “Sexology” http://www.sexologypodcast.com • Episode Celibacy & Desire where Dr Moali interviews Dr Carmen   Recommended books that provide a good foundation around marriage and sexuality: Passionate Marriage by David Schnarch, Ph.D Come as you Are by Emily Nagoski, Ph.D  To subscribe and listen to more episodes visit: www.emotionsinharmony.com     To contact Dr. Carmen Roman by email:   carmen@armoniaemocional.com   Follow Dr. Carmen Roman at:   Facebook and   Twitter

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Tami Simon speaks with Dr. David Schnarch, a licensed clinical psychologist, certified sex therapist, and clinical member of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. David is the author of the books Intimacy and Desire, Passionate Marriage, and Resurrecting Sex, and with Sounds True he has published a two-session audio program called Secrets of a Passionate Marriage: How to Increase Sexual Pleasure and Emotional Fulfillment in Committed Relationships. In this episode, Tami speaks with David about the four drives of sexual desires, his understanding of integrity and its importance in a healthy partnership, and what it might mean to "hold onto yourself" in relationship. (67 minutes)

Welcome to episode 294 of the Sexology Podcast! Today I am delighted to welcome Sheila Wray Gregoire to the podcast. In this episode, we discuss the inspiration behind her book, The Great Sex Rescue, how you can honor religion with a great sex life, and how men can empower women to say no.  Sheila Wray Gregoire is the face behind ToLoveHonorandVacuum.com, the largest single-blogger marriage blog. A sought-after speaker, she's also an award-winning author of nine books, including The Good Girl's Guide to Great Sex and The Great Sex Rescue. Sheila has a Master's in Public Administration and Master of Arts in Sociology both from Queen's University.  Sheila built the successful blog, To Love, Honor, and Vacuum, with traffic of one million page views a month. Her email list is 45,000 strong and her social media reach is over 100,000. Her podcast, Bare Marriage, has more than 5,000 downloads each week. She is an award-winning author with seven royalty published books. A sought-after speaker, Sheila has spoken at churches and conferences around the globe. She is a frequent contributor at Family Life Canada events.  Her latest book, “The Great Sex Rescue” was featured in the New York Times Book Review, Publishers Weekly, and the Washington Post. She has bylines at Religion News Service, Relevant Magazine, and other news sources. Sheila and her husband Keith, a pediatrician, live in Belleville Ontario.  They have two grown daughters and one very adorable grandson and granddaughter who live down the road. She enjoys hiking, birdwatching, RV camping trips, and board games. And she knits - even in line at the grocery store.     In this episode, you will hear:   The inspiration behind the book, The Great Sex Rescue Looking at the common beliefs that hurt sex  Understanding sex isn't just vaginal penetration  The difference between sex and intimacy  The dynamic between sexual and relational satisfaction  Ways in which couples can find good resources to educate themselves  How you can honor religion with a great sex life Overcoming orgasm anxiety  Tips for women on how to better communicate with male partners How men can empower women to say no  Thank you to our Sponsor: Cozy Earth! Use code ‘Sexology' for 40% off. https://cozyearth.com  Find Sheila Wray Gregoire Online https://tolovehonorandvacuum.com  A Woman's Guide to Reviving Sex Drive https://oasis2care.com/how-to-increase-your-libido/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sexologypodcast   Podcast Produced by Pete Bailey - http://petebailey.net/audio  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy