Sex for Saints

So much of Christmas is focused around the kids, but don't forget about creating memories and getting gifts for your spouse. In this week's episode, I give you ideas of how to create a sexy Christmas with your spouse with gift ideas and ideas of what to do if you are out of town for the Holidays.

What turns you on? What turns you off? Many women think that there is something wrong with their accelerator. They wonder where their sex drive went. But they often don't understand all of the things that hit their brakes. Knowing your accelerators and brakes are essential to understanding your desire and why you might not just want sex and the drop of a hat, but if you can get started then you'll be good to go.

Sex follows a specific pattern each time from initiation to resolution. Each stage has different physical and emotional changes. Understanding the stages and knowing how your body responds helps you to see where you are and in what areas you might need a little help or to improve to create a fuller, richer experience and sex life. Show Notes: Follow Amanda on Facebook and Instagram. Join Amanda's Private Facebook Group. References for this episode: Sexual response cycles: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-power-pleasure/201211/what-we-can-learn-sexual-response-cycles Connection & Intimacy: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/articles/201701/the-radical-thrill-intimacy Basson's Model Drawing: https://sexologyinternational.com/taking-a-closer-look-at-bassons-model-of-the-sexual-response-cycle/ Foreplay Radio: https://www.foreplayrst.com/2017/01/14/episode-52-stages-of-sex/ Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski Ph.D Watchful Unto Prayer Continually by Elder David A Bednar: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2019/10/22bednar?lang=eng

Do you think you don't need coaching because things aren't that bad? We hire coaches for other areas of our lives, not when things are bad, but when we want to get better at anything. So why hire a life coach? To get better at life! Why hire a sex coach? To get better at sex! Even when things are good, they can always be better.

Balancing busy lives can often mean intimacy gets sidelined. The discussion highlights the urgent need to prioritize emotional and physical connection. Differences in intimacy requirements between partners are explored, underscoring the importance of intentional planning. Practical strategies are shared to carve out meaningful time together, emphasizing that just like any vital area of life, nurturing relationships deserves equal attention. Tune in for valuable tools to enhance your connection!

We all have rules and expectations with sex. It just comes with the territory. But many times, we aren't even aware of the rules we have. They are unspoken. In this episode, we have a conversation about these rules, why we have them, what it can look like when we drop them or at least we are more intentional about it. I'll also share with you 10 essential rules I think all couples should consider. Download your FREE worksheet for this week's episode. Show Notes: Follow Amanda on Facebook and Instagram. Join Amanda's Private Facebook Group. References for this episode: Living Within Reason

If you have a hard time reconciling sexual thoughts and desires with your religious beliefs, you may have Good Girl Syndrome. How do we overcome the Natural Man but give in to the desires and appetites we were given by our Heavenly Parents? How do those two things work together for our good?

Explore the intriguing notion of what it means to feel sexy as a woman of faith. Confidence and self-acceptance take center stage, as listeners share personal journeys of embracing femininity. Discover how body positivity empowers women in their relationships and influences their perception of sexuality. The speaker encourages open discussions about these topics, likening it to passing secret notes in school. Plus, learn about the invitation to access free coaching sessions for deeper exploration.

The podcast this week is quite a bit different from my usual content. My son returned home from his mission this past Saturday, so I've been busy getting him settled back into real life and wasn't able to devote the time to research the topic I had planned. So I'm sharing with you the talk I wrote and gave this past Sunday in our new ward's Sacrament Meeting. I share my testimony of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, my father's conversion story and how it was the basis for my testimony and how I have seen the evidence of God's hand in my life. But don't worry, I tie it in to why I do what I do. Back to our regular topics next week.

A recent survey reveals that 40% of married women experience guilt and shame about sex. This discussion dives into the origins of these feelings and why they can be harmful. The conversation promotes the 'Say Yes to the Sex 30-Day Challenge' as a way to enhance intimacy. Listeners are encouraged to challenge cultural norms and embrace eroticism and fantasies to improve their sexual relationships. Insightful anecdotes and community perspectives emphasize the need for open dialogue and better sexual education.