Best Intimacy Coach | Christian Husband Podcasts (2024)

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59 | Is It Over? Take These 5 Steps to Save Your Marriage After Adultery 37:25

20m ago37:25

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The day you never imagined you’d ever live to see has come and gone; D-Day. You have discovered sexual betrayal in your marriage. Whether you found out or your spouse confessed, you can’t believe that this has happened. You may be asking yourself, Is my marriage over? Is it worth saving? Is it possible to move forward? Today we are going to answer …

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Episode 213: Potential Energy 26:35

3h ago26:35

26:35

We are all full of potential energy. It's what's stored inside of us, waiting for us. It's what's possible in our lives. But we are often stuck there. Just in the potential. And today I'm talking about what's keeping you stuck in potential energy, what's preventing you from actually having what you want in your life-and how to change it! If you're …

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192: Why is it Hard to Keep Sex Passionate When You've Been Married for a Long Time? with Jenn Pinkerton & Dan Purcell 39:45

20m ago39:45

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For most couples, there's a lot of hot passion and excitement during the early dating and engagement time and for a while after the wedding. But over time, we develop routines, scripts, and become habituated to each other. This is normal and serves a good purpose. However, herein lies the challenge: how do you create an intimate marriage with lots …

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Transforming Love: Marriage Ministry with Scott & Jenny Means 39:02

1d ago39:02

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Send us a Text Message. Join us as we sit down with our dear friends Scott and Jenny Means to explore their incredible journey into marriage coaching. Scott shares his path from worship leadership to creating a curriculum that intertwines spiritual principles with marital relationships, a journey that has deeply enriched his and Jenny's marriage. D…

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How to Liven Up a Boring, Disconnected Marriage 17:38

2d ago17:38

17:38

On the Reconciling Marriages with Coach Jack podcast, Christian psychologist, author, and relationship coach, Dr. Jack Ito, will help you to build and restore your marriage. By learning just a few relationship skills, you can help your spouse enjoy your relationship more, while getting more love and affection from your spouse. Listen to Coach Jack …

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Do You Need a Hug, Help, or to Be Heard? 31:19

2d ago31:19

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When someone we love needs support, jumping into advice-giving mode is easy. Instead, we should ask these three powerful questions before dishing out solutions: Do you need a hug? Do you need help? Do you need to be heard? Beginning conversations with these questions deepens our connection and communicates respect, trust, and genuine concern. Recen…

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58 | Purpose from Pain. Did Sexual Betrayal Destroy God’s Plan for Your Marriage? 30:15

7d ago30:15

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Do you ever stop and wonder why? Why did this happen? Have you lamented, “Can anything good ever come of it?” When the discovery of sexual betrayal threatens to destroy your marriage, you may think you won’t survive it. Then, if you have made the choice to stay and do the hard work of recovery, you start to see God working in your life and marriage…

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They Mystery of Sexual Pleasure and the Body | Ep. 174 12:44

3d ago12:44

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In this episode Ellen delves into why there isn't a checklist for sexual pleasure in marriage and why that's a good thing. She discusses the theological perspectives on the human body and sexual pleasure, emphasizing the opportunity for couples to learn and grow through the newness of each intimate encounter. Ellen encourages couples to embrace the…

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Episode 212: Opting Out 22:39

3d ago22:39

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Do you ever get annoyed by all the text messages and emails from shops alerting you to sales and information? Yeah, me too. But, at one point, you opted in to receving them...and that's exactly what's going on in your brain too. Today I'm talking about how that happens with our thoughts and feelings and how you can change it! Also, it's Rob's birth…

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Q & A: How Do I Tell My Spouse I Want a Divorce? 12:41

6d ago12:41

12:41

Today's Q&A is from a listener who believes their marriage is at a breaking point and needs advice on how to tell their spouse they want a divorce. Knowing little about the fallout of this marriage, I first encourage every couple in this situation to re-evaluate your marriage. Oftentimes, your marriage is not as far gone as you may believe. The fac…

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191: What the Heck is 'Relational Self-awareness,' and How Does it Help You Be a Better Lover? with Dr. Alexandra Solomon 37:24

6d ago37:24

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It's so easy to notice how our spouse is making choices that get in the way of them getting what they really want. Our brains expend tremendous amount of energy trying to get our spouses to see things our way, because from our vantage point, they're self-sabotaging, right? It's so obvious (to us anyway). Of course, our spouses think think the same …

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The Sex Education Every Couple Needs with Paul & Lori Byerly 42:01

8d ago42:01

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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the secrets to a fulfilling marriage with esteemed marriage educators Paul and Lori Byerly. With an impressive 39 years of marital experience and 27 years dedicated to intimacy education, they share invaluable insights from their journey, including the creation of TheMarriageBed.com, their influential blogs The Genero…

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Trial Separation vs. Unstructured Separation: Which is Better for Reconciling? 17:32

9d ago17:32

17:32

On the Reconciling Marriages with Coach Jack podcast, Christian psychologist, author, and relationship coach, Dr. Jack Ito, will help you to build and restore your marriage. By learning just a few relationship skills, you can help your spouse enjoy your relationship more, while getting more love and affection from your spouse. Listen to Coach Jack …

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From Destruction to Restoration: 3 Keys to Rebuilding Your Marriage 24:42

9d ago24:42

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Many marriages face problems and losses that test the very fabric of their relationships. From communication breakdowns to deep-rooted conflicts, navigating through the complexities of a marriage can be difficult. But there is hope. In this episode, we will explore the crucial concept of tearing down and building up in the context of a struggling m…

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57 | Alone No More: How Isolation Fuels Sex-Addiction and How to Defeat It 38:15

13d ago38:15

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What is isolation, and where does it truly begin? Imagine a lone animal in the wild, separated from its herd. We've all seen those heart-wrenching documentary scenes where isolation turns them into easy prey. Nature's example is a powerful reminder of a harsh reality: when we isolate ourselves from our community, we become vulnerable to the schemes…

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Grooming and Shaving | Ep. 173 34:33

10d ago34:33

34:33

In this episode Ellen and Kathleen discuss the nuances of grooming and shaving the genital area from a Catholic perspective. They address common questions around the morality of grooming, reasons people choose to groom, and the purpose of genital hair. The episode also covers the importance of communication between spouses about grooming preference…

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Episode 211: How To Heal Resentment 21:24

10d ago21:24

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Do you feel resentment toward someone in your life? Maybe it's your spouse for his pornography problem, or your mom for making you take piano lessons, or your car because it's always unreliable...today I'm giving you a taste of what I taught in my "Healing Resentment" master class and going into what resentment is and the main causes of it! If you …

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Q & A: My Husband is Looking at Semi-Nude Pics of Women Online 9:55

13d ago9:55

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In today's digital age, many affairs start online. Today's question is from a wife whose husband looks at semi-nude pics of women online and gets angry when she confronts him. This listener wants to know how to set boundaries with her husband to change his behavior. Take a listen as I explain how boundaries work in marriage and what she can do if h…

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190: Cultivating Healthy Eroticism in Long-term Marriages, with Dan Purcell 32:33

13d ago32:33

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For a lot of us, we associate the word "eroticism" with something that's distasteful or something that we probably shouldn't want as a Christ-loving people, right? We don't go embracing the things we see on Las Vegas billboards, for example. So eroticism to to some is kind of something hard to hear. Now, this is a concept I teach towards the end of…

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Cherishing Each Other's Passions 37:24

16d ago37:24

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Send us a Text Message. Imagine dreaming big dreams with your partner and creating a safe space for vulnerability and shared aspirations. In this episode, we delve into the profound impact of supporting each other's passions, even when they seem unattainable. This isn’t just about fulfilling dreams; it's about the journey of dreaming together and t…

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5 Reasons Why Your Husband Doesn't Respect Your Boundaries and How to Get Him to 18:28

16d ago18:28

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On the Reconciling Marriages with Coach Jack podcast, Christian psychologist, author, and relationship coach, Dr. Jack Ito, will help you to build and restore your marriage. By learning just a few relationship skills, you can help your spouse enjoy your relationship more, while getting more love and affection from your spouse. Listen to Coach Jack …

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Live Coaching a Couple Reconnecting After Separation 34:48

16d ago34:48

34:48

Have you ever wondered what happens in a marriage coaching session? Will and Jo, a husband and wife married for three years need help reconnecting after a separation. They willingly discuss the challenges that led them to separate and what they're doing today to make version two of their marriage work. Jo and her husband navigated through financial…

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56 | Identifying Sex Addiction: Take the First Step Today 23:02

17d ago23:02

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As a recovering sex-addict, I now find comfort in knowing that my addiction was real and that there is hope through recovery that I will not have to live the rest of my life as a “dis-integrated” man, always trying to hide myself from others based on a lie that if they really knew what I was doing, they would reject me. But I didn’t always understa…

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Painful Sex, Differing Comfort Levels, and Communicating about Sex | Ep. 172 25:08

17d ago25:08

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Today Ellen is answering a question from Instagram: My husband really resists oral, but sex has been painful for me. He's really rough. I spoke up and there's been no change. As you can see there are a lot of facets to this question and we cover it all in this episode! ___________________________________ Did we mention a book on this week's episode…

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Episode 210: Resignation V Acceptance 13:45

21d ago13:45

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Do you feel resigned to your situation? Like it's not something you can change and you just have to live with it? I get it. Today I'm diving into what resignation is and why it's a lie-yup. I said it! I'm going into the difference between resignation and acceptance and how to shift into acceptance! Come join me in coaching! Click here to get full p…

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Bonus: Business Client Success Story with Shelby Hansen 40:22

20d ago40:22

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It's time to celebrate! Over the last 6 months I have coached some incredible business clients inside an intimate business mastermind! And today I am honored to share with you Shelby's story! Not only is she an incredible coach who's personal story inspires me immensly (which she shares in this interview), she has also seen incredible growth over j…

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Q & A: How Do I Pray Scripture Over My Marriage 12:02

20d ago12:02

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One of the most powerful ways to pray is to use the Word of God in your prayers. Scripture teaches us how to enact God's kingdom here on Earth in our lives, including our marriages. Today’s question comes from a listener who listened to another episode I recently shared about prayer and wanted to know how exactly to pray the Scripture over her marr…

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189: The Secret to Saving Our Sabotaged Sex Lives (and how they got so messed up in the first place!), with Rhonda Farr 46:33

21d ago46:33

46:33

Did you know that most couples that visit traditional sex therapy have very poor outcomes? They're still just as dissatisfied two years later as they were before therapy. Now this insight is particularly striking to me. I think this happens because conventional sex therapy has a primary focus on the individual genitals and sexual dysfunction; there…

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How to Have More Emotional Intimacy with a Difficult Spouse 11:57

23d ago11:57

11:57

On the Reconciling Marriages with Coach Jack podcast, Christian psychologist, author, and relationship coach, Dr. Jack Ito, will help you to build and restore your marriage. By learning just a few relationship skills, you can help your spouse enjoy your relationship more, while getting more love and affection from your spouse. Listen to Coach Jack …

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5 Boxes to Check Before You Divorce - with Dr. Kim Kimberling 36:14

23d ago36:14

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I don’t know where you are in your marriage today, but I believe God led you to this episode for a purpose. If we’re honest, most married people have thought about divorce at some point in their relationship. Perhaps, right now, you might be about to file papers or maybe you desperately want to help a friend or loved one who is considering divorce.…

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55 | Our Podcast is One Year Old!!! Marriages Redeemed, Hearts Renewed 24:55

24d ago24:55

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Have you ever felt like God was nudging you towards something challenging in life? Maybe a call to step out of your comfort zone and venture into the unknown. It can be intimidating, right? Would you be willing to take that leap of faith and trust that God has your best interests at heart, even when the path ahead seems uncertain? If you have taken…

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Lingerie Style Guide | Ep 171 33:42

24d ago33:42

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In this week's episode Kathleen and Ellen talk about some common elements of lingerie. They discuss both personal preferences as well as how certain elements can fit well for certain body types or seasons of life (like postpartum or pregnant bodies!) We talk through some pieces specifically on the Mentionables website. While we reference specific p…

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Episode 209: Correlation V Causation 16:44

28d ago16:44

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It seems like your husband's pornography problem is causing all of the issues you are facing...but what if that's not true? And what if that's the best news ever? Today I'm using my concepts from my Sociology degree and talking about the difference between when one thing CAUSES another to happen (and what that means) versus when one thing is CORREL…

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Q & A: We Have a Blended Family But My Wife is Too Strict! 9:57

27d ago9:57

9:57

Whether you have a blended family or not, agreeing on how to parent the kids can be a challenge. Today's question comes from a listener who wants to know how to handle when his wife is too strict with the kids. He's tried bringing the issue to her attention but she gives him the silent treatment. Listen as I share three thoughts on how to agree wit…

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188: Awesome Intercourse and Pleasurable Penetration, with Susan Bratton 53:20

27d ago53:20

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In this episode, we're going to be talking about making penetration pleasurable, a how to make intercourse amazing, and how to close the orgasm chasm in your marriage, as well as some specific techniques on how to make sex with your spouse sweeter and more worthwhile. I love doing episodes like this because I learn a lot about how to make sex fun a…

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55 | God's Call To A Season of Rest 8:11

28d ago8:11

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Friend, I am so grateful Jesus was a human just like us. That means I can study Scripture to see what He did, and I want to do that too! One thing Jesus did was have regular times of REST. He got alone. He prayed. He listened. He enjoyed God's presense, on purpose. I'm so excited to do that too. Stay tuned for future episodes of Intimacy After Infi…

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The Real Reasons Behind Your Husband's Cheating 17:15

1M ago17:15

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On the Reconciling Marriages with Coach Jack podcast, Christian psychologist, author, and relationship coach, Dr. Jack Ito, will help you to build and restore your marriage. By learning just a few relationship skills, you can help your spouse enjoy your relationship more, while getting more love and affection from your spouse. Listen to Coach Jack …

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When Your Husband Won't Lead Spiritually 29:58

1M ago29:58

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Are you frustrated with a husband who isn't taking the lead spiritually in your marriage? In this episode, I provide practical, empowering solutions for wives, giving you the keys to unlocking spiritual intimacy and building a stronger, deeper connection with your husband. From fostering open conversations to offering support and love, I’m sharing …

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What is the 10-minute Unwind? | Ep. 170 15:33

1M ago15:33

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Ellen addresses the struggle many women face in transitioning from their busy day to intimate moments with their spouse. Highlighting the inherent multitasking nature of women's brains, Ellen introduces the '10-minute unwind' as a method to help focus and prepare for intimacy. Check out the O Course for Catholic Women here! ________________________…

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54 | Betrayed Wives Experience Profound Loss, But Do Cheating Husbands? 35:48

1M ago35:48

35:48

Does a cheating husband who has chosen the path of repentance and recovery experience any losses? The short answer is yes. But it may not be evident to a betrayed wife, especially when stacked up against her seemingly infinite losses. She may not see many tangible losses or consequences for his infidelity. Today, we are going to outline some percei…

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Episode 208: Navigating Discrepancies in Physical Intimacy 28:38

1M ago28:38

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What if you want sex more than your husband? What if he wants sex more than you do? How do you navigate that? That's what today's episode is all about! Inspired by a conversation with a listener on Instagram, this is covering exactly how to handle this situation (and why it's so hard in the first place!) Come join me in coaching and let's get you m…

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Q & A: I Don't Want My Husband But I Don't Want a Divorce Either 12:46

1M ago12:46

12:46

Have you ever experienced resentment or boredom in your relationship? A listener wants to know how to overcome feeling stuck between not wanting to be around her husband and not wanting to divorce him either. She acknowledges that while she's trying to work on communication, she's struggling to find motivation and is unsure about the next steps for…

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187: How Often Are Couples Actually Having Sex & Your Other Intimate Questions Answered, with Hailey Reidhead 57:17

1M ago57:17

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As you know, I love answering your questions all about sex, marriage, intimacy, and more. I recently had the opportunity to answer anonymous questions from my friend Hailey Reidhead's audience. Her listeners sent in questions which I was able to answer on her podcast, "She's a Lady," and Hailey allowed me to share it here with you. In this episode,…

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Resent Your Spouse? How to End Resentment and Improve Your Marriage 19:29

1M ago19:29

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On the Reconciling Marriages with Coach Jack podcast, Christian psychologist, author, and relationship coach, Dr. Jack Ito, will help you to build and restore your marriage. By learning just a few relationship skills, you can help your spouse enjoy your relationship more, while getting more love and affection from your spouse. Listen to Coach Jack …

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