In this NEW podcast episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Rhonda Farr of The Intimacy Podcast (@rhondafarr_coaching) to discuss the impact of overfunctioning and feelings of superiority in marriage, and what couples can do to address the behaviors that are limiting the intimacy in their marriage.  Listen to the full episode to learn more about: * The self-deceptions of an over-achiever (you might be surprised) * Why you may feel the“need to be needed”  * Recognizing your false sense of control * Dealing with powerlessness in your life * How competition can creep into marriage.  * Wanting vs Desiring In this episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife talks about the upcoming Art of Loving retreat for men. You can learn more about the retreat and get your ticket HERE.

Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins colleague Natasha Helfer to discuss Dr. Schnarch's teachings and legacy.  They take up -Differentiation theory and Dr. David Schnarch's impact in the field of therapy. -Differentiation and how it's related to strong relationships and a solid sense of self. -How to better manage anxiety within your relationship and family. -Common relational and sexual challenges facing those who have grown up in a religiously conservative culture. To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work, visit our Website, check out our Course Page, and take a look at our upcoming Events. You can also follow Dr. Finlayson-Fife on Instagram or join her FREE Facebook Group for greater access to her insights. www.Finlayson-Fife.com You can also listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and Stitcher. The advice offered through Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s Podcast Archive is educational and informational in nature and is provided only as general information.  It is not meant to establish a therapist-patient relationship or offer therapeutic advice, opinion, diagnosis treatment or to establish a standard of care.  Although Dr. Finlayson-Fife is a trained psychotherapist, she is not functioning in the role of a licensed therapist during these sessions, but rather using her training to inform these sessions.  Thus, the content is not intended to replace independent professional judgment.  The content is not intended to solicit clients or patients; and should not be relied upon as medical or psychological advice of any kind or nature whatsoever.  The information provided through the Content should not be used for diagnosing or treating a mental health problem or disease.  The information contained in these communications is not comprehensive and does not include all the potential information regarding the subject matter, but is merely intended to serve as one resource for general and educational purposes.

This NEW podcast episode is the recording of a recent Facebook live where Dr. Finlayson-Fife addressed the gift of men's sexuality and took questions from Facebook group members about masculinity, hierarchy, pornography, and more!  Listen to the full episode to learn more about:  * Pornography * The distinction between a coping mechanisms and self-regulation  * Mature masculinity * One-up/one-down dynamics * Creating more intimate relationships If you found this podcast episode helpful, you would LOVE taking Dr. Finlayson-Fife's The Art of Loving course for men! In this course, Dr. Finlayson-Fife will be unpacking the damaging messages our culture has offered to men about masculinity and sexuality and then discussing how men can move forward and create a healthier relationship with themselves, a more balanced relationship with their sexuality, and a more fulfilling sexual connection with their spouse. You can learn more about this course HERE.

In this NEW PODCAST, Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Dr. Corey Allan of the Sexy Mariage Radio Podcast to discuss duty sex and what couples can do to bring more desire, passion, and aliveness to their intimate relationship.   Listen to the full episode to learn more about: * Spontaneous Desire vs Responsive Desire * Escaping exposure and responsibility through resentment * Duty sex * False narratives that limit growth * Discomfort for growth * Modesty as a form of self-respect  

Exploring the role of self-honesty and self-definition in personal growth, relationships, and body acceptance. Embracing discomfort for self-improvement, transitioning from external validation to internal validation. Navigating truth in relationships, balancing criticism and self-acceptance. Encouraging self-acceptance, personal growth, and aligning decisions with authentic self for transformative change.

**Only a few tickets remain for Dr. Finlayson-Fife's How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex webinar! Click HERE to learn more!** It can be difficult to know how to best approach the topic of sexuality with your children, especially if this wasn't modeled well by our own parents. In this conversation with Michelle Larson of Uplift for Kids, Dr. Finlayson-Fife discusses what parents can do to facilitate the healthy sexual development of their children throughout every stage of development. Listen to the full episode to learn more about: Facilitating children's sexual integrity Important messaging to offer children about sexuality Giving children a sense of ownership over their bodies Normalizing sexual development, including curiosity and exploration The connection between anxiety and compulsivity Tips for parents who aren't comfortable yet with their own sexuality

Dr. Finlayson-Fife joined Momivate for a Momversation on the topic of improving your marital relationship.  This episode is full of helpful tips and insights including:  - How to address conflicts in the marital and sexual relationship that interfere with happiness  - Claiming your sexuality as your own  - A helpful distinction between forgiveness and trusting - Normalizing struggles in marriage and using those struggles for our growth To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work, visit our Website, check out our Course Page, and take a look at our upcoming Events. You can also follow Dr. Finlayson-Fife on Instagram or join her FREE Facebook Group for greater access to her insights. The advice offered through Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s Podcasts is educational and informational in nature and is provided only as general information.  It is not meant to establish a therapist-patient relationship or offer therapeutic advice, opinion, diagnosis treatment or to establish a standard of care.  Although Dr. Finlayson-Fife is a trained psychotherapist, she is not functioning in the role of a licensed therapist during these sessions, but rather using her training to inform these sessions.  Thus, the content is not intended to replace independent professional judgment.  The content is not intended to solicit clients or patients, and should not be relied upon as medical or psychological advice of any kind or nature whatsoever.  The information provided through the Content should not be used for diagnosing or treating a mental health problem or disease.  The information contained in these communications is not comprehensive and does not include all the potential information regarding the subject matter, but is merely intended to serve as one resource for general and educational purposes.  

Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Tammy Hill of the Live Your Why Podcast to discuss masculinity, sexual shame, performance anxiety, desire discrepancies, masturbation and pornography, erectile dysfunction, being tolerated vs. being received sexually, and creating more intimate relationships.

This NEW podcast episode is the recording of Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s recent presentation at a stake women’s conference. During this presentation, she focuses on how we can use conflict and difference to increase our wisdom and create more unity in our families and communities. Dr. Finlayson-Fife also addressed questions from members of the congregation about loving LGBTQ family members, women’s role in the Church, and how to better understand and love family members who leave the church. Listen to the full episode to learn more about: * Approaching difficult topics with your spouse (finances, in-laws,, parenting, etc.) * The difference between a peacemaker and a people-pleaser * Parenting adolescent children regardless of their beliefs * Responding to a child who identifies as LGBTQ * Estrangement from a loved one because of differing political or religious beliefs 

This NEW podcast episode is the recording of Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s presentation during a recent gospel study session hosted by Dialogue: A Journal of Mormon Thought. This fascinating discussion focuses on the fall of King David and how each of us is still beloved by God, despite being vulnerable to our own hubris and self-deception. Listen to the full episode to learn more about: * The importance of self-confrontation  * The complexities of humanity  * Facing our darker selves  * Honesty * Spiritual development * Self-deception * Marriage as a mechanism for growth   To learn more about Dialogue and participate in future gospel study sessions, click here: https://www.dialoguejournal.com/