

The Naked Marriage with Dave & Ashley Willis
XO Podcast Network, Dave Willis, Ashley Willis
A podcast dedicated to undressing the truth about sex, intimacy and lifelong love. The concerns and questions most couples have in marriage often go unspoken, until now. Hosts Dave and Ashley Willis bring wisdom, vulnerability, and humor to even the toughest marriage topics. Together, they reach millions of couples through their social media, books, videos, articles, and XO live events. They have four sons and live in Evans, GA.
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Oct 7, 2024 • 49min
Building Trust and Protecting Your Marriage
Welcome back to the Naked Marriage Podcast with Dave & Ashley Willis!** Today, we're talking about one of the toughest challenges any couple can face—infidelity. We're diving into the different ways betrayal can show up in marriage, the heart-wrenching journey of rebuilding trust, and how open communication is key to healing. We’ll also tackle the tough topic of pornography and how it can impact trust in a marriage. If you or someone you know is struggling with this, you’re not alone, and today we’ll share practical steps to safeguard your marriage and find hope again.----------------For all links mentioned in the episode & more XO content, visit https://linktr.ee/nakedmarriage----------------Chapters00:00 Introduction and Personal Reflections03:46 Understanding Infidelity: Causes and Consequences06:36 The Aftermath of Infidelity: Healing and Rebuilding Trust12:39 Preventing Infidelity: Recognizing Warning Signs18:23 The Role of Pornography in Infidelity26:26 Rebuilding Trust After Betrayal32:30 Teaching the Next Generation About Relationships39:30 Conclusion and Resources for Healing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 2, 2024 • 16min
My Spouse Feels Emotionally Distant // Hump Day Q&A
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Sep 30, 2024 • 45min
Thriving in Marriage by Embracing Your Differences
Welcome back to the Naked Marriage Podcast with Dave & Ashley Willis! In this episode, we dive into the idea that you and your spouse don’t have to share every single interest to have a thriving marriage. We talk about how embracing your differences, while still finding common ground, can actually make your relationship stronger. It’s all about supporting each other's passions and learning to connect in ways that honor who you both are. We share our own stories and practical tips on managing different energy levels, introversion vs. extroversion, and creating conversations that bring you closer.----------For all links mentioned in the episode & more XO content, visit https://linktr.ee/nakedmarriage----------Chapters00:00 Debunking the Myth of Shared Interests in Marriage07:11 Celebrating Differences and Finding Common Ground14:47 Navigating Energy Rhythms and Personal Space22:34 Supporting Each Other's Individual Interests30:50 Understanding Introversion and Extroversion in Relationships40:59 Creating Meaningful Conversations for Connection Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 25, 2024 • 16min
How to Handle People Trying to Manipulate Our Marriage// Hump Day Q&A
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Sep 23, 2024 • 43min
Spotting and Addressing Red Flags Together
Welcome back to the Naked Marriage Podcast with Dave & Ashley Willis! Today, we're diving into the tough but important topic of red flags in marriage—those moments when our values start to drift apart without us even realizing it. Whether it's changes in health, faith, or even political views, these shifts can create real tension between us as a couple. We talk about how to recognize those moments early, keep the lines of communication open, and make sure that our commitment to each other always comes first, no matter what life throws our way.--------------For all links mentioned in the episode & more XO content, visit https://linktr.ee/nakedmarriage--------------Chapters00:00 Introduction to Red Flags in Marriage02:50 Values Misalignment: The Impact of Life Changes06:09 Navigating Faith Discrepancies in Marriage09:05 Health and Lifestyle Changes: A Couple's Journey11:52 The Idol of Health: When Values Clash18:00 Political Divisions: Managing Differences in Marriage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 18, 2024 • 15min
Our Trauma Is Showing Up In Our Marriage // Hump Day Q&A
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Sep 16, 2024 • 29min
Marriage After Addiction: Take Back Your Life Together
Welcome back to the Naked Marriage Podcast with Dave & Ashley Willis! In today’s episode, we’re sitting down with Eric and Kristin Kennedy to dive deep into their incredible journey through recovery and how addiction has shaped their relationship. They opened up about their love story—the highs, the lows, and everything in between—and how they’ve learned to stand by each other with respect and support through the toughest times. We also get a peek into Eric’s new book, *Marriage After Addiction*, which is all about helping couples who are facing addiction find hope and healing. This conversation is packed with real talk, honesty, and encouragement for anyone walking a similar path. We hope you find it as inspiring as we did!-----------------For all links mentioned in the episode & more XO content, visit https://linktr.ee/nakedmarriage----------------Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Naked Marriage Podcast01:00 The Journey of Recovery and Sobriety02:25 Love Story: Eric and Kristin's Connection08:47 Navigating Relationships with Addiction16:03 The Importance of Mutual Respect in Recovery19:08 Introducing the Book: I Do Recover23:56 The Resource for Couples in Recovery Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 11, 2024 • 12min
I've Lost Myself in our Marriage // Hump Day Q&A
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Sep 9, 2024 • 34min
Marriage Isn’t a Fix
Welcome back to the Naked Marriage Podcast with Dave & Ashley Willis! In today’s episode, we dive into the common misconception that marriage can magically fix all our problems. We get real about how, instead of being a quick fix, marriage often shines a light on our personal struggles and amplifies both the highs and the lows. We share some personal stories and chat about the power of grace, patience, and embracing each other's differences. We also touch on the importance of setting realistic expectations and steering clear of the comparison trap—because every marriage has its unique journey, and that's something worth celebrating!---------------For all links mentioned in the episode & more XO content, visit https://linktr.ee/nakedmarriage---------------Chapters00:00 Debunking the Myth: Marriage Will Fix All Problems01:30 Amplifying the Good and the Struggles in Marriage02:55 Marriage as a Mirror: Reflecting Flaws and False Narratives05:49 Bearing with Each Other and Showing Grace in Marriage09:39 Celebrating Differences in Marriage19:04 Setting Realistic Expectations and Avoiding Comparison in Marriage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 4, 2024 • 9min
We're Struggling to Connect, Help! // Hump Day Q&A
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