The Art of Touch

Hello and welcome back to the Naked Marriage Podcast! In today's episode, we're exploring an important topic: the significance of friendships between married individuals and their single friends. We'll address common myths that frequently arise in this context. Additionally, we have Marcus with us today, who will share his personal insights from the dating world as a single person, along with some valuable tips. ------------------ Order your copy of Married Into The Family Today: https://store.xomarriage.com/products/married-into-the-family For all links mentioned in the episode & more XO content, visit https://linktr.ee/nakedmarriage ------------------ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Marcus' Background 08:10 The Importance of Friendship Between Single and Married Individuals 12:28 Navigating the Challenges of the Modern Dating Scene 27:22 Embracing the Season of Singleness 32:08 Building Lifelong Connections and Serving One Another Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Welcome back to the Naked Marriage podcast! We're Dave and Ashley, and in this episode, we're diving into a topic close to our hearts: alternative forms of physical intimacy and spicing up your sex life. We've found that non-sexual physical touch, like massage, cuddling, and kissing, is so crucial in building the intimacy and closeness we all crave. We're sharing our own tips and techniques for enhancing foreplay and exploring sensuality, all while stressing the importance of open communication and understanding each other's desires. Let's prioritize our sex life and tackle any challenges together, because a thriving marriage deserves nothing less. ---------------------------- The Secret to Great Sex:https://youtu.be/MfWrHvoBjI8 Need Marriage Help?: Xomarriage.com/help Want More Resources?: https://store.xomarriage.com/collections/new-releases/products/the-counterfeit-climax-1 ---------------------------- Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 02:20 Exploring Alternative Forms of Physical Intimacy 12:50 Enhancing Sexual Intimacy: Tips and Techniques Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to the Naked Marriage Podcast. In this episode, Dave and Ashley Willis sit down with Denis and Kara Duncan to delve into their heartfelt journey through infertility and adoption. The Duncans open up about their love story, the hurdles they encountered while trying to begin their family, and the significant emotional impact it had on their marriage. They emphasize the critical role of communication, the benefits of counseling, and the strength they drew from their faith during challenging times. The episode concludes with a touching prayer for others facing similar struggles. --------------------- For all links mentioned in the episode & more XO content, visit https://linktr.ee/nakedmarriage --------------------- Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcoming the Guests 02:15 Starting the Journey and Facing Infertility 08:21 Communication and Counseling 13:06 Support from Friends and Family 21:14 The Journey to Adoption 26:26 Prayer for Those Going Through Infertility and Adoption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to our favorite day of the week, HUMP DAY Q&A!! Today's question: My Spouse Is On OnlyFans. What do I do? ------------------- Check out some more of our resources:https://store.xomarriage.com/collections/dave-ashley-willis-1/products/naked-and-healthy For all links mentioned in the episode & more XO content, visit https://linktr.ee/nakedmarriage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to the Naked Marriage Podcast, with, Dave and Ashley Willis. In today’s episode, we explore the essential role of faith in enriching your marriage. We invite you and your partner to join us in building a relationship grounded in God’s Word, engaging together in prayer, Bible study, and active participation in your church community. We also discuss how serving together can deepen your bond. To support you on this journey, we’re excited to offer a free prayer guide. We'll share some uplifting statistics on how faith can anchor your marriage, making it stronger and more resilient. Join us as we delve into these transformative practices that can bring you and your spouse closer, not just to each other, but also to God. -------------------------- Grab Your Free Prayer Guide:https://dl.bookfunnel.com/dtad9cbfib Grab a copy of I Will:https://store.xomarriage.com/products/i-will For all links mentioned in the episode & more XO content, visit https://linktr.ee/nakedmarriage ------------------------- Chapters 00:02 Welcome and Overview  01:30 Building a Marriage on Faith  02:27 Faith Through the Storms  04:53 Engaging in Community and Church  07:15 Benefits of Serving Together  09:34 Experiencing Growth Through Service  16:33 Faith in Daily Life and Resources for Growth  25:56 The Power of Prayer in Marriage  28:00 Conclusion and Call to Action Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to our favorite day of the week, HUMP DAY Q&A!! Today's question: I'm Attracted To Someone At Work What Now? ------------------- Check out some more of our resources:https://store.xomarriage.com/collections/dave-ashley-willis-1/products/naked-and-healthy For all links mentioned in the episode & more XO content, visit https://linktr.ee/nakedmarriage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are so excited to continue in our intimacy series here on the Naked Marriage Podcast. In this episode, we delve into the essential ways to rekindle romance and amplify intimacy in your marriage..... yes we mean SEX. We discuss the pivotal role of physical touch and its immense benefits for a couple’s emotional and physical bond. We also explore how engaging all five senses can significantly enhance your sexual intimacy, and we’re thrilled to share a special bonus sex tip with you! Join us as we emphasize the importance of making intimacy a priority and the power of open communication to fulfill each other's needs and desires. Get ready to take actionable steps to deepen your connection and enjoy a more fulfilling marital relationship. ------------------------- FREE Resource: What Kind of In-Laws Do You Have? Need Marriage Help?: www.xomarriage.com/help Check out some more of our resources:https://store.xomarriage.com/collections/dave-ashley-willis-1/products/naked-and-healthy For all links mentioned in the episode & more XO content, visit https://linktr.ee/nakedmarriage ------------------------- Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage 10:24 The Importance of Physical Touch: Building Trust and Connection 26:17 Prioritizing Intimacy: Breaking the Cycle of Mismatched Sex Drives Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Welcome to the Naked Marriage Podcast! We are Dave and Ashley Willis, and we are thrilled to continue our intimacy series. In this series, we are diving deep into the essentials of intimacy—emotional, physical, and spiritual—and explore the vital role of communication and trust in fostering a healthy marriage. Each episode is designed to help couples build unbreakable trust and deepen their connection through transparent and open dialogue. We share insights from our own marriage and biblical principles to guide you through common challenges and improve your relationship. Join us as we help you remove barriers and embrace a fully intimate, "naked" marriage free from secrets and full of lifelong love. Tune in to grow closer to your spouse and strengthen your marital bond as we dive in on what trust adds to your marriage. --------------------------- FREE Book: What Kind of In-Laws Do You Have? Need Marriage Help?: www.xomarriage.com/help Should your spouse be able to check your phone?: https://xomarriage.com/articles/can-i-check-my-spouses-phone/ Check out some more of our resources:https://store.xomarriage.com/collections/dave-ashley-willis-1/products/naked-and-healthy For all links mentioned in the episode & more XO content, visit https://linktr.ee/nakedmarriage --------------------------- Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to Intimacy Types  Overview of emotional, sexual/physical, and spiritual intimacy. 02:50 - The Importance of Communication and Trust  How active communication and trust are foundational to intimacy. 04:33- The Digital Dilemma: Presence Over Screens  Challenges of digital distractions and the importance of mindfulness. 06:58 - Secrets: The Enemy of Intimacy  Why secrecy sabotages intimacy and how transparency can rebuild it. 09:22 - Restoring Trust After It’s Broken  Strategies for rebuilding trust with honesty and frequent check-ins. 11:37- Healing and Forgiveness Post-Betrayal  The process of healing, the necessity of forgiveness, and managing challenging emotions. 13:55 - Practical Steps to Rebuild Trust  Guidance on restoring trust through consistent and transparent actions. 16:15 - The Role of Apology and Repentance  The importance of genuine apologies and repentance in trust restoration. 18:34 - Navigating Recovery and Rebuilding Intimacy  Gradual rebuilding of intimacy, akin to healing a physical injury, including setting boundaries. 20:58 - Support Systems and Counseling  Using counseling and support systems to aid the recovery process. 23:22 - Grief and Emotion Management  Handling emotional and grief processes in relationship rebuilding. 25:34 - Empowering the Wronged Spouse  Supporting the wronged spouse through emotional expression and prayer. 27:57 - Forgiveness and Re-Earning Trust  Distinguishing between forgiveness and trust, and methods for re-earning trust for enhanced intimacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices