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Conversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferThe Dangers of Duty Sex [Q&A Discussion]When sex feels like an obligation rather than a choice, it erodes intimacy, fosters resentment, and leaves partners feeling distant and disconnected. In this powerful Q&A discussion, Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife explores the complexities of "duty sex" including what drives it and the detrimental impact it has on relationships. She discusses the powerful meanings we attach to sex, and how these meanings can either undermine desire by creating a sense of obligation or foster connection through choice and mutual desire. She offers insight into how both higher and lower-desire partners can step away from patterns of pressure...2025-04-0153 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferThe Divinity of DesireMany women, especially those raised in sexually conservative cultures, receive the message—directly or indirectly—that being spiritual or “good” means distancing themselves from their sexuality. This framing often leads women to see their sexual nature as something to suppress in order to maintain their spiritual worth or desirability. As a result, many enter marriage believing that sex is a duty they perform for their husband rather than an expression of their own identity, pleasure, and well-being. In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife joins Tanya Hale of the Intentional Living Podcast to challenge these cultural messages...2025-03-2542 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferMidlife and MenopauseWith a changing body and shifting relational roles, midlife can be a challenging time for many women, but it is also an important time of self-discovery and self-definition, a time that we can more fully embrace who we are, and experience tremendous personal and relational growth. In this conversation, Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife joins Dr. Mallorie Cracroft of the Uplift for Her podcast to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities that women face during midlife. They dive into the physical, emotional, and relational shifts that happen as we age and how these changes can impact our sense of...2025-02-1847 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferHow Can I Claim My Sexuality?In this conversation, Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife joins Dr. Julie Hanks to discuss her dissertation research, the ways that church culture has shaped women's sexuality, and how women can create a healthier relationship with desire, embodiment, and sexuality (no matter what stage of life they are in). Listen to the full episode to learn more about: * The importance of agency and self-definition in sexual relationships * Characteristics of fulfilling sexual relationships * Balancing personal desires with cultural expectations *The relationship between agency and desire * Encouraging self-definition in our children 2024-06-0451 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferBelief, Belonging, and Boundaries**Click HERE to learn more about our 2023 Art of Loving Retreat (for men)** In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife joins Richard Ostler to discuss the experiences in her early life that shaped her personal, professional, and spiritual journey—including her shift from following cultural expectations to following her own heart and desires.  Listen to the full episode to learn more about: -Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s personal, professional, and spiritual journey -Boundaries  -Spiritual Maturity  -Self-Definition  -Obedience vs Integrity 2023-03-141h 03Conversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferThe Divine Gift of Sexuality**JOIN US in Spring City for the 2023 Art of Desire Retreat! Click HERE to learn more** The highest, most beautiful form of our sexuality requires both freedom and discipline.   While freedom and discipline seem like competing ideas, the reality is that they actually work alongside one another. When sexuality goes awry, it can usually be attributed to either excessive freedom or excessive rigidity. Both extremes are anti-spiritual positions that keep sex from becoming the rejuvenating, soul-sustaining experience it has the potential to be.  In this NEW podcast episode, Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife joins Tammy Hi...2023-02-2841 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferBuilding Godly Marriages - A Valentine's Day Special In this special Valentine's Day edition of MormonLand, Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife, McArthur Krishna, and Bethany Brady Spalding join Peggy Fletcher Stack and David Noyce, hosts of the MormonLand Podcast, for a thoughtful discussion on the nature of Latter-day Saint marriages and an exploration of the content found in the recently released ebook "In the Image of Our Heavenly Parents: A Couple's Guide to Creating a More Divine Marriage." Listen to the full episodes to learn more about how couples can work together to create more heavenly marriages. You can purchase your copy of...2023-02-1444 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferDiscomfort for Growth: Dr. Finlayson-Fife's Personal and Professional Journey**Click HERE to learn more about the Enhancing Sexual Intimacy course" In this NEW podcast episode, Kirsten and Alexis of the Sharing Her Journey podcast (@sharingherjourney) invite Dr. Finlayson- Fife to discuss challenging moments from her earlier years and the impact those challenges have had on her life and career path. Listen to the full episode to learn more about  * What inspired Dr. Jennifer’s dissertation topic  * Growth from stepping into a paradigm you don’t agree  * Satan’s playground–it’s not sex… * Updates about Dr. Jennifer’s upcom2022-10-261h 06Conversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferSexuality as a Force for GoodIn this NEW podcast episode, Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife joins Sarah Brewer of the Overcome Pornography For Good Podcast to discuss how taking responsibility for your own life and choices will increase your capacity to love and be loved. Listen to the full episode to learn more about: * Sexuality as a force for good * The importance of becoming the architect of your own life * Creating strength and peace through your choices * Embracing your capacity for pleasure * How negative meaning frames & anxiety obscure spiritual clarity and our ability to...2022-08-3142 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferJFF Talks TikTok: Salt Lake Tribune Interviews Dr. Jennifer on LDS Non-MonogamyIt can be devastating when our partner expresses disapproval or disagrees with our thoughts and ideas. Many of us buy into the idea that when we enter into marriage we have locked down a partner that will love us no matter how immature we are. When we don’t like the messages we get from our partner, it can feel easy to go look for “cheap” validation outside of our marriage, rather than use what our spouse is telling us to improve ourselves. In this recent podcast episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife joined Dave Noyce and Peggy Fletch...2022-08-0923 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferTraditions and Truth Many of our faith traditions today have been borrowed from our larger culture and are being taught as doctrine. We have a responsibility to examine the ideas that are presented to us and discern truth from error and sort out doctrine from tradition–no matter whether the ideas in question come from our families, church leaders, or others. Earnestly seeking out truth is what fosters our freedom and wisdom and will allow us to fully access the richness of our theology.    In this NEW podcast episode, Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife join...2022-08-0100 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferParenting a Perfectionistic Child Part 2This is part two of the interview Monica Packer of About Progress conducted with Carolyn Bever & Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife to discuss parenting perfectionistic children.  Listen to learn more about...  - How to define your role as a parent - Shifting the value from external sources to one’s internal courage - More tips on parenting your perfectionistic child - And more... Click here get your ticket to the live How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex Course!  To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work, visit our Website...2022-04-0628 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferParenting a Perfectionistic Child Part 1Monica Packer of About Progress talked with Carolyn Bever & Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife to discuss parenting perfectionistic children.  Listen to learn more about...  - How to identify if you have a perfectionistic child  - Why perfectionistic children can be over or underperforming  - Separating your own sense of worth from your child’s achievements  - How to illustrate the importance of failure in the process Click here get your ticket to the live How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex Course!  To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work, visi...2022-03-0939 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferCurfews, Crop Tops, Choices & MoreDr. Finlayson-Fife was interviewed by Ivy Bassett, the 13-year-old daughter of Kristi (Jennifer's assistant).  Ivy is a smart and thoughtful teen who asked wonderful questions pertinent to all teens and parents of teens!  Listen to this podcast to hear Dr. Finlayson talk directly to teens about:  - Troubles that teens face in friendships and relationships - Anxiety - Disagreements with parents  - and more!   Click here get your ticket to the live How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex Course!  To learn more about Dr. Finlay...2022-03-0343 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferAnswers to FAQ About SexIn this episode, Dr. Jennifer joins Courtney Anderson of the Glow Boss Podcast to answer your questions about sex. They cover everything from high libido to the meaning of sexual dreams about an ex to the psychology of climaxing.  Listen to hear more about:  - How to integrate freedom in the sexual relationship in a committed relationship  - Meaning frames that can help your sexual relationship thrive through changes in life such as the postpartum stage and aging - Navigating desire differences in your relationship To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work...2022-02-0749 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferWomen's Sexual Agency in a Context of PatriarchyThis episode is a recording of Dr. Jennifer reading an essay she wrote entitled "Let's Talk about Sex".  The full episode can be found on the Breaking Down Patriarchy podcast hosted by Amy Allebest.   Listen to this episode to hear more about.... - Women’s relationship to their sexuality in the context of a patriarchal society - LDS women’s ability to be choosers in the sexual realm - Cultural invalidation of women’s eroticism - Why self-hood is a stronger factor in desire than biological drive - How un...2022-02-0211 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferSpiritual and Sexual Development + the Power of LipstickIt can be extraordinarily difficult to break free from the framing and meanings that we were handed in childhood. It is easy to perpetuate these systems unwittingly as adults because it is what we know--it's the water we are swimming in.  The process of waking up to the way we are participating in unhealthy systems requires a lot of self-confrontation, faith, and courage. It means breaking free of the systems we know and taking the more courageous path of offering our partners and children something better than what we received.  In this NEW podcast episode, Dr...2021-12-0253 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferTeens, Confidence, and Sexuality In this NEW podcast episode Jennifer joins Heidi Benjaminson of Confidence Coaching to talk to parents about confidence, perfectionism, and how to best help our kids navigate the awkward and uncomfortable process of maturing into adulthood. Listen to the full episode to learn more about: * Tolerating the ups and downs of parenting adolescents * What we can do when teens make mistakes * Dismantling perfectionism * How to talk to teens about sexuality * The most valuable kind of confidence, and how we can model it best To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s...2021-11-1838 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferBridging the LGBTQ Gap in the LDS Church"It’s hard to self-correct, but it is the pathway into honest unity within a group. You don’t get unity by suppressing the part of the group you don’t like." - Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife It is important that we never prioritize our ideology over love. Making efforts to know and understand those who experience the world differently than we do expands our view and allows us to create stronger families and communities. In this podcast episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Tina Gosney for a timely conversation about the importance of bringing honesty and co...2021-11-1232 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferMormonism and SexIn this episode of Mormonland Jennifer joins a panel with Michael Austin, Jacob Hess, and hosts Peggy Fletcher Stack and David Noyce to discuss the history, theology, and ethics of sexual relations in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Listen to the full episode to hear an in-depth exploration of: The church's theology on the body The historical and theological reasoning on sexuality being reserved for marriage Thoughts on same-sex marriage If there is any place for pornography and masturbation in our lives The importance of making decisions out of integrity rather than out...2021-10-211h 12Conversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferThe Courage to Disappoint || Room for Two Teaser! "All growth is uncomfortable, but a little bit of discomfort is a small price to pay for a lot of freedom." - Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife Rick and Sarah have become entangled with each other. Sarah feels obligated to keep Rick happy by managing him through their sexual relationship and is often worried about disappointing him. Sarah knows her sexual desires but tends to backburner them, for fear that she will lose control of herself in the relationship. In this episode, Jennifer helps Rick and Sarah see the unhealthy dynamic that has developed in their marriage and why this...2021-10-1224 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferBe Anxiously Engaged in a Good CauseBrexton Bennett of the Rise by Lifting Others podcast interviewed Dr. Finlayson-Fife about becoming the respected therapist she is today.  Listen to hear more about...  - Losing the idea of the “correct path” and a more helpful idea to replace it -  How stepping into a paradigm you don’t totally agree with can lead to growth - Tools for getting through the lows in professional life - Common pitfalls in marriage that start when you are newlywed To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work, visit our Website, check out o...2021-07-1256 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferBeautyDr. Finlayson-Fife joined Heather Frazier of the Pivot Parenting podcast to discuss our attitudes towards physical beauty and how to talk to your kids about these topics.  Listen to learn more about...  - How children are incredibly adept mind mappers and why that matters - Internalized ideas of beauty and where they come from - The natural tendency to compare ourselves and others - How we are in relationship with our body and sexuality Learn more about Heather Frazier and Pivot parenting on her website.  To learn mor...2021-07-0750 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferOwning Your SpiritualityDr. Finlayson-Fife and Heather Rackman of the Latter-day Life Coaches discuss honesty, truth, faith and where they all intersect in this episode about owning your spirituality. Listen to hear more about... - Developing into a person who is less dependent on validation - Choosing to stay in the church  - The moral impact of each human being  To see more work from the Latter-day Life Coaches visit their Website.  To hear more from Dr. Finlayson-Fife about spiritual development click here.  To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work...2021-07-0134 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferEngage in the Process | Part 2This is part two of Dr. Finlayson-Fife's interview with Unashamed Unafraid.  Listen to learn more about...  - Integrating our God given sexuality - Spiritual development  - Raw honesty with yourself, God and your spouse To learn more about Unashamed Unafraid and learn more about the course scholarships visit their website.   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 greate...2021-06-2132 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferEngage in the Process | Part 1Dr. Finlayson-Fife joined Steve and James of the Unashamed Unafraid Podcast to discuss honesty and being fully human.  Spoiler alert...the path is not perfectionism!  Listen to this episode to learn more about... - Men’s sexuality - How your choices can expose the immature systems operating within yourself and your marriage  - Engaging in the human process of creating a moderate relationship the the pleasures in our life To learn more about Unashamed Unafraid and learn more about the course scholarships visit their website.   To learn more about Dr. Fi...2021-06-1441 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferBelonging and BoundariesDr. Finlayson-Fife was interviewed on the Faith Matters podcast to discuss the tension between boundaries and belonging when it comes to returning to in-person church following the pandemic.   Listen to learn more about... - How integrity allows us to hold the tension between belonging and boundaries - Differentiation theory   - Wise choices and boundaries around participation in the church  - How to create genuine connection within our ward families by bringing a deeper sense of honesty   - How self-development allows for deeper compassion and wisdom You...2021-06-0747 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferSexual Sense of Self in MotherhoodDr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife spoke in the online I Am Mom summit in March 2019 about the common misconceptions and false beliefs that can undermine sexual identity and desire for mothers. Listen to this recording to learn more about:  - Maintaining a sense of self in motherhood - Challenging the message that to be a good mother you must needless and wantless - Questions to ask yourself to strengthen your partnership and sexual relationship  To learn more about the I Am Mom Summit visit their Website.  To learn more about Dr. Fin...2021-06-0121 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferNavigating Differences with IntegrityDr. Finlayson-Fife was interviewed by Sherrae Phelps of the Ten Thousand Hours of Writing project to discuss differences in marriage and how to navigate them.  Listen to here more about... - The  difficulty of navigating differences, especially religious differences, in marriage.   - Self-indulgence vs self-definition.  - The paradox and tension of marriage. - How to determine with integrity if a difference is too big for the marriage.  - How we choose to navigate difference may matter more than the difference itself. You can find more about Sherrae's work...2021-05-2452 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferDeveloping IntimacyDr. Finlayson-Fife joined Shane and Jason of the Sprinkled With Hope podcast to discuss sexuality, intimacy and hope.  Listen to hear more about... - A distinction between sex and intimacy - How to develop a capacity for intimacy  - A positive strategy to use talking to your children about their sexuality  - Advice for newlyweds as they begin their sexual relationship  - Hope and encouragement for meaningful love and intimacy in your life To learn more about Shane and Jason visit their Website.  To learn more...2021-05-1835 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferSexuality After BetrayalDr. Finlayson Fife joined Geoff Steurer of From Crisis to Connection to discuss reclaiming your sexuality after betrayal in your marriage.  Listen to learn more about:  - Reclaiming your individual sexuality after betrayal - The development opportunities afforded by crisis in your relationship - How anchoring in one’s sense of self enhances your relationship to your spouse -  The courage required to love To learn more about Geoff Steurer and his work, visit his website or find him on Instagram.  To lea...2021-04-2848 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferTolerating DissentDr. Finlayson-Fife was interviewed on the Mormon Land podcast about Natasha Helfer's membership disciplinary hearing due to her public stances on masturbation, same-sex marriage and pornography.  They discuss these topics as well as the potential effects of Natasha's hearing on mental health professionals and members alike.   To learn more about the Mormon Land podcast visit their Website. 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...2021-04-2432 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferParenting and Self-DefinitionDr. Finlayson-Fife had an honest and empathetic conversation with Kimberlee & Alisha from The Clarity Call about raising children with special needs and the opportunities for self-definition in the face of a difficult reality.  Listen to learn more about... -  Productive vs. unproductive discomfort.   - How to find rejuvenation in your marital and sexual relationship when in the midst of parenting children with special needs.  The Clarity Call Instagram 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...2021-04-2057 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferThe Divine FeminineDr. Finlayson-Fife's Instagram Live with vocal artist and songwriter Jenn Blosil was so incredible that we made it even easier to access through the podcast archive! This interview is as fun as it is powerful and is a must-listen for anyone who wants to gain a better understanding of the divine feminine and female sexuality! Listen to the full recording to learn more about: Sexual energy and what a powerful creative force it can be for all of us The role of sexual energy in creative efforts The Divine...2021-04-1239 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferGrowth Through CrisisBarbara Zabawa of the Lemon Spark podcast interviewed Dr. Finlayson-Fife about the journey that led her to the career she has today.  Listen to hear more about: - Experiences in Jennifer’s life that led her to her career - Your ability to change your circumstances.  - Two types of “sparks” that can lead to growth Lemon Spark Instagram 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 Instagr...2021-04-0524 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferHow Personal Freedom Impacts Sex DriveIn this interview Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Valerie Hamaker of the Voices About Living podcast to discuss a case study. Listen to hear more about the following topics:  - How a female world champion athlete’s childhood experience eventually impacted her sexual relationship with her husband.  - Women’s sexual health - Belonging to yourself and to others and the interplay with eros energy - The meanings that eroticism and desire thrive in and the ones the meanings that they don’t.  To learn more about Valerie Hamaker and her work, vis...2021-03-2932 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferPornography and Your Marital Sexual RelationshipDr. Finlayson-Fife joined Jolene Winn of The Porn Addict's Wife Podcast to discuss how the marital sexual relationship can be affected when a spouse is viewing pornography. Listen to here more about..   - A look at the bigger issue an individual has when they are compulsively viewing pornography. - Validating your own sexuality.  - How to stop taking responsibility for your spouse viewing pornography.   - Questions to ask to know your spouse  better and understand his choices so you can make clear choices in the face of it. Jol...2021-03-2239 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferSex in LiteratureLindsey Sanchez of the Beating Around the Book podcast interviewed Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife to discuss sex and intimacy in literature.  Listen to learn more about... - What eroticism is, how to engage it, and how it relates to your partnership.     - How literature with erotic content can move you out of the mundane of everyday life and into a place of play with your spouse.   - How erotic literature can be used to enrich your life and partnership. Lindsay Sanchez on Instagram To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work...2021-03-1531 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferSex in LiteratureLindsey Sanchez of the Beating Around the Book podcast interviewed Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife to discuss sex and intimacy in literature. Listen to learn more about: - What eroticism is, how to engage it, and how it relates to your partnership. - How literature with erotic content can move you out of the mundane of everyday life and into a place of play with your spouse. - How erotic literature can be used to enrich your life and partnership.2021-03-1531 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferSexuality and Being SingleTammy Hill of the Live Your Why podcast interviewed Dr. Finlayson-Fife and discussed sexuality for single individuals.  Listen to this episode to learn more about: - Where is the line in regards to chastity? - How to help your children make self-directed choices around their sexuality. - A discussion about normal sexual developmental behavior - Core questions to ask yourself to get clear on your relationship to your sexuality - How to transition into a sexual relationship without guilt or shame when you get married To learn mo...2021-03-0837 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferThe Beauty and Challenge of IntimacyDr. Finlayson-Fife was interviewed on the From the Mouth of Babes podcast to discuss all things intimacy!  Listen to this episode to learn more about... - What true intimacy looks like and the courage it requires.   - The importance of managing our own sense of self.  - Why honesty is key in intimate relationships.  - Managing differences in a marriage.   - Asking questions to truly understand your spouse and build intimacy in your marriage.   - How to rekindle intimacy and passion in your marriage. To learn...2021-02-2556 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferIntimacy in Mormon MarriagesIn this podcast episode Dan Wotherspoon facilitates a discussion with Dr. Finlayson-Fife, Carol Lynn Pearson and Stephen Carter for the Mormon Matters podcast.  Listen to this episode to hear more about... - The effects of the history of polygamy on modern mormon marriages.    - Some beliefs or meaning frames that can hinder intimacy in mormon marriages.   - How the history of polygamy and patriarchy affect both women and men.   - How a cultural script can inhibit personal and spiritual development.  - How marriage can be the best opport...2021-02-151h 47Conversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferValentines Day and Improving Your Sex LifeIn this new podcast episode Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife is interviewed by Courtney Anderson, host of The Glow Boss Podcast, to discuss Valentines Day and some easy and concrete ways to spice up your sex life.  Listen to this episode to hear more about... - How expectations affect your relationship .  - How to reframe your thoughts about Valentine’s Day (and other holidays where there are expectations ).  - How to express what really matters to you and also accept how your...2021-02-0849 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferGrowing Beyond Transactional FaithIn this new podcast episode discussing faith and faith development with Sherrae Phelps, Dr. Finlayson-Fife addresses the topic of... Transactional Faith and how we grow into a higher understandings of Faith. Listen to this episode to hear more about... -The different stages of spiritual development -How to develop a stronger sense of integrity -Trials, blessings and how to understand the relationship between the two.   AND we are having a Valentine's Day Sale on all of our online courses!   Ta...2021-02-0246 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferHow to Strive for Excellence (and Still Be Human!)Jennifer and her sister Carolyn Bever speak with Monica Packer of the About Progress podcast all about how to develop ourselves without perfectionism getting in the way! Listen to hear more about... - How Carolyn went from only being able to run down the block to qualifying for the Boston Marathon. - What parenting has taught Jennifer about herself and her own problematic perfectionism. - How to overcome fears of failure or discomfort. - The normalcy of perfectionism, the false ideas within it, and how we can transcend it.2021-01-1343 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferBetrayal Trauma, Part 1 & 2Are you dealing with betrayal trauma? Today we are reposting a popular podcast in which Dr. Finlayson-Fife talks with Scabs of Bloom For Women about... -Dishonesty in marriage. -Healing from marital betrayal. -How to move forward after a breach of trust. -What infidelity in marriage can show you about your spouse and yourself. -How you can become stronger in the face of betrayal. -How to rebuild trust. This episode was originally published in two parts but is being released today as one combined...2021-01-1149 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferThe Teachings of Dr. David SchnarchDr. 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...2021-01-0656 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferDr. Finlayson-Fife Talks With Colleague About Dr. Schnarch's Impact and Differentiation-Based WorkIn honor of David Schnarch, professional colleague Dr. Dave Jenkins, interviews Dr. Finlayson-Fife about -How she came to find Dr. Schnarch's work -Personal growth that has come from her experience as a therapist and coach. -The value of seeking for truth even when it's disorienting. -How her practice has been influenced by Dr. David Schnarch's life and work. -The importance of differentiation in human development and creating peace within oneself and healthy relationships To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work, visit our Website, ch...2021-01-0426 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferSupporting Healthy Sexuality and Identity in Our LDS LGBTQ ChildrenTalking to your kids about sex is a high anxiety experience for many parents! For LDS families with an LGBTQ child, it can be even more challenging. In this podcast episode, Allison from www.liftandlove.org and Jenie with Jenie Hunter Coaching talk with Dr. Finlayson-Fife about how to raise LGBTQ children and youth with a healthy sense of their sexuality and of their identity as a child of God. To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work, visit our Website, check out our Course Page, and take a look at our upcoming Eve...2021-01-0145 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferCreating Intimacy and Friendship in a Two-Career HouseholdIn this episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife and Monica Tanner of the "On The Brighter Side" podcast talk about entrepreneurism and its impact on relationships.  Jennifer and Monica discuss.. -Why it can be difficult to ask for support from a spouse when you have a meaningful ambition. -The challenges that entrepreneurs often confront in their intimate relationships, given the sacrifices and emotional demands of a creative endeavor. -How to maintain your sense of self in the midst of entrepreneurial demands along with the responsibilities of marriage, and  parenting, and work.    -How...2020-12-2131 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferWhole Hearted Loving & Stage 3 SexIn this podcast episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife talks with Dan Purcell of the Get Your Marriage On podcast. They discuss... -The 3 stages of sexual development, and how to bring your marriage to the next level. -The importance of fostering erotic energy in your relationship. -How to go from having sex to deep connection through love-making. 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...2020-12-2143 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferWhen You Feel Like You’re Trying More Than Your SpouseIn this conversation with Tony Overbay of the Virtual Couch podcast, Dr. Finlayson-Fife talks about living with a narcissistic spouse AND the frustrating pursuer-distancer dynamic common to many couples.   Here are some of the specific things Dr. Finlayson-Fife addresses.... -How to function in a relationship when your spouse has narcissistic traits or tendencies. -Where you are vulnerable when living with or loving someone who won't self-confront or change.  -How to make sense of and address the experience of feeling mo...2020-12-1456 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferDeveloping Spiritual MaturityJody Moore of the Better Than Happy Podcast interviews Dr. Finlayson-Fife on the topic of Spiritual Maturity.  They discuss.. -The importance of spiritual maturity and how to achieve it. -How to live life more honestly and in line with your integrity. -The process of approaching obedience with wisdom. -The true meaning of modesty and how to teach it wisely. -How perfectionism is a counterfeit virtue, and what real goodness looks like.  -What the fruits of spiritual maturity are. To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work...2020-12-0741 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferLDS Female Sexuality - Part 3In this popular three-part interview from 2012, Dr. Finlayson-Fife with the Mormon Mental Health podcast discusses her dissertation research on LDS women and sexuality. This is part 3 of Jennifer's first-EVER podcast appearance! Jennifer discusses the questions and findings of her research, looking at LDS women and the impact of a patriarchal religious structure on their peace with sexuality and sense of sexual agency. The third and final part of this conversation covers the following topics... -How to stand up for better in a...2020-12-0435 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferLDS Female Sexuality - Part 2In this popular 2012 interview, Dr. Finlayson-Fife is interviewed by Natasha Helfer of the Mormon Mental Health podcast to discuss her dissertation research on LDS women and sexuality. This 3-part interview was Jennifer's first-EVER (and one of her most-listened-to) podcasts! Jennifer discusses the questions and findings of her research, looking at LDS women and the impact of a patriarchal religious structure on their peace with sexuality and sense of sexual agency. The second part of this unique conversation covers the following topics... 2020-12-0246 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferLDS Female Sexuality - Part 1In this 2012 interview, Dr. Finlayson-Fife is interviewed by Natasha Helfer of the Mormon Mental Health podcast to discuss her dissertation research on LDS women and sexuality.   This 3 part interview was Jennifer's foray into podcast interviewing!  Jennifer discusses the questions and findings of her research, look at LDS women and the impact of a patriarchal religious structure on their peace with sexuality and sense of sexual agency.  This unique conversation delves deeply into Dr. Finlayson-Fife's experiences leading up to her research, that informed her questions and perspectives that she now use...2020-11-3036 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferOvercoming Unwanted Pornography UseIn this interview, Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Dr. Cameron Staley, clinical psychologist and researcher, to discuss the topic of unwanted pornography use and how to address it. This podcast episode is for... -Those personally struggling with unwanted pornography use. -The spouse of someone who views pornography.  -Anyone seeking to better understand and protect against unhealthy sexual behavior patterns. Watch this interview on YouTube by clicking HERE. To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work, visit our Web...2020-11-1152 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferHow to Own Your Desires & The Art of IntimacyIn her conversation with Felica Allen of "Find The Magic Podcast", Dr. Finlayson-Fife addresses  -How women can find authentic pleasure in sexuality. -How to forge meaningful happiness. -How to take deeper responsibility for your life To hear more from Dr. Finlayson-Fife on the topic of female sexuality, click HERE! 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 acc...2020-11-0933 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferSex Advice For WomenIn this interview Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Courtney of the The Spa Trouve Podcast to talk about... Developing comfort with one's own sexuality. The importance of communicating honestly with a partner. What to do about painful of uncomfortable sex. And how to increase one's desire for sex. To hear more from Dr. Finlayson-Fife on the topic of female sexuality, click HERE! 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. Fi...2020-10-2742 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferChastity, Consent, and Other Sexy ThingsDr. Finlayson-Fife joins Find Your Person Podcast to discuss the topic of singles, relationships, and sexuality! She address... What healthy boundaries during dating look like. The importance of sexual attraction in dating and marriage choice. How to "course correct" while dating and recommit to shared goals. Differences and similarities between male and female sexuality. How to foster healthy sexuality in a dating relationship while staying true to ideals such as the law of chastity. To hear more from Dr. Finlayson-Fife on the topic of singles and sexuality, click HERE...2020-10-2250 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferWhy The Struggle Is Worth ItDr. Finlayson-Fife joins Kami Banks of the Beyond Your Comfort Zone Podcast to discuss... How and why to invest in yourself The importance of differentiation and independence in being happy How to self-validate and gain greater confidence in who you are Learning from challenges 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.  ww...2020-10-2144 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferHow to Improve Your Relationships By Improving YourselfIn this podcast Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Sarah Bauer of the Art of Play to discuss ✔️What your feelings of resentment are trying to tell you ✔️How to foster greater self-respect ✔️How self-development will positively benefit all your relationships ✔️How to tap into your own desires 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.Finlay...2020-10-0933 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferHow to Fix Your Relationship With a Partnership MindsetDr. Finlayson-Fife joins Jeff and Sheldon of the Idea Gym podcast to talk about... ✔️ The foundational structure of an intimate marriage. ✔️ How to participate in a marriage where both partners thrive. ✔️ How to come to peace with our desires (both sexual and otherwise). ✔️ The importance of honesty with yourself and within your marriage in creating a peaceful partnership. ✔️ The difference between intimacy and validation.  AND MORE! 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. Yo...2020-09-3041 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferWhat to Do When You Hate SexIn this podcast Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Monica Packer of the About Progress podcast to discuss  -How to stop hating sex  -How to make sense of your negative feelings towards physical intimacy. -The importance of sexual self-development in your personal confidence. -The importance of pleasure in living joyfully. AND MORE! 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...2020-09-2534 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferSexuality & Happiness, A Positive View of Sex and SexualityDr. Finlayson-Fife joins Andy Proctor of the @morehappylife podcast to discuss…  -How parents can better talk to their kids about sexuality and pleasure (without embarrassment). -The gift of human embodiment and sensuality. -How people who experience themselves as addicted to sex can take more control of their choices. -How to think about sexuality as a religious single person in a way that facilitates your well-being. 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 c...2020-09-1842 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferGarments & Sexuality With Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-FifeIn this episodes, Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Allan and Katie from the Marriage on a Tightrope podcast to discuss the topic of sexuality and garments in a mixed-faith marriage. This episode also includes discussion about... -Why we are often quick to judge others choices when they invalidate our own. -How and why we try to control or manipulate our spouse's beliefs or choices and how to better control ourselves (rather than others). -How to better respect integrity-based decisions, even when they differ from our own. 2020-09-1648 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferSex Therapy Session With Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-FifeIn this podcast episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife talks with Bree and Adam of the Better Me with BodyByBree podcast to do a couples' coaching session! During their conversation, Dr. Finlayson-Fife  addresses -Differences/imbalances in desire between them -She exposes the implicit meaning frames between them that create resentment and undermine desire -She offers them a new way of thinking about their choices to create a sense of closeness and friendship -How to develop more confidence and courage in the marriage To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work, vis...2020-09-091h 06Conversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferWhy You Really Need Self-CompassionIn this episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Tamara K. Anderson of the “Stories of Hope in Hard Times” podcast to discuss -Self sufficiency -Overcoming self-doubt -Building self-confidence -Finding strength in trails and  -Learning from the imperfections of life.  Jennifer talks about her own experiences with self-doubt and suffering and the lessons she learned about herself, life, and God in the face of these challenging times. To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work, visit our Website, check out our Course Page, and take a look at our upco...2020-09-0250 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferFinding Common Ground in a Mixed-Faith MarriageDr. Finlayson-Fife joins the Marriage On A Tightrope podcast to discuss the topic of mixed faith marriage! Jennifer addresses topics such as ✔️How you can find shared values and spiritual practices when one stops believing. ✔️How you can deal with condescension from family or friends about a spouse's shift in belief. ✔️How each person in the couple can handle the difference in belief maturely or tyrannically. To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work, visit our Website, check out our Course Page, and take a look at our up...2020-08-2552 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferHow to Be More Sexually Attractive to Your WifeIn this podcast episode Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Mike Frazier with Strong Men, Strong Marriages Podcast to talk about... -Female sexuality and desire. -Why you need to stop being “pathetic” :-) and what to do instead. -How to approach sex with your wife in a way that’s attractive and effective. -How to better take ownership of your own sexuality in a way that will bless your marriage. To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work, visit our Website, check out our Course Page, and take a look at our upcoming...2020-08-1944 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferHow to Choose More HappinessIn Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s sixth podcast with About Progress, they discuss the notion of agency and choices and how taking responsibility for our choices impacts our happiness and peace of mind. This episode gives lots of examples of making choices within specific relational realities.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.comThis episode was...2020-07-1500 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferMormonism's Modesty and Sexuality DiscourseDan Wotherspoon, host of "Mormon Matters" interviews Dr. Finlayson-Fife and Natasha Helfer Parker about the messaging around modesty and sexuality and how to teach our sexual values most productively.Topics that come up during this discussion include:-Modesty-Rape culture-The rhetoric we use in the church surrounding modesty.-How to talk to young women about modesty.To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work, visit our Website, check out our Online Course Page, and take a look at our upcoming Events. You can also follow Dr. Fi...2020-07-0200 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferObedience and IntegrityDr. Finlayson-Fife joins Sherrae Phelps to talk about the topic of obedience.  They discuss questions such as… -When is it good to yield to the authority of another?  -What is the difference between the choice to comply based in moral courage vs. obedience that is dangerous?  -What is the risk in valuing obedience as an inherent virtue, and how do we reconcile the value of humility with moral responsibility? To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work, visit our Website, check out our Course Page, and take a look at our upcomin...2020-06-2121 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferInterview With my Mom - (AKA Dr. Finlayson-Fife)In this podcast episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins her daughter Jane to talk about her career as a marriage counselor and the things she’s learned along the way. This interview was done for a journalism project for Jane’s 8th grade class. We ask that you please excuse any background noise caused by Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s family and dog. This episode also covers topics like how to create a happy marriage, the kind of impact your marriage is having on your kids, and what Dr. Finlayson-Fife wishes more people knew before getting married. To learn more a...2020-02-1314 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferDr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife - Mormon Sex Therapist Talks About Integrity and SexualityIn this podcast episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins the Women With Fire Podcast to talk about topics such as sexuality, integrity, and teaching our kids about sex and desire. Dr. Finlayson-Fife shares about her experiences that led her to become a relationship and sexuality therapist. This episode also covers topics like female sexuality and desire, integrity versus compliance, and how to teach youth about sexuality. 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 In...2020-02-1256 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferGoal Setting and Collaboration in MarriageIn this podcast episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife is interviewed by Monica Tanner of On The Brighter Side Podcast. Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife talks about setting personal goals and setting goals as a couple. She goes into detail about what collaborative goals look like and common pitfalls/problems that come up when trying to keep new goals, and how to overcome these. Dr. Finlayson-Fife ends the episode talking about how to care for your mental health this year and how to have the best 2020 possible. To learn more about Dr. Finlayson-Fife’s work, visit our Website, check out ou...2020-01-1431 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferQ&A With Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-FifeIn this podcast episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife is interviewed by Ray Cox and Ellen Hersam from the Improving Intimacy in Mormon Marriages Facebook group. Dr. Finlayson-Fife answers questions about neediness, using sex to avoid conflict, differences in desire, and advice for newly weds.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.comThis episode was originally ai...2020-01-0959 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferImproving Intimacy Q&A with Dr. Finlayson-FifeIn this podcast episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife is interviewed by Ray Cox and Ellen Hersam from the Improving Intimacy in Mormon Marriages Facebook group. Dr. Finlayson-Fife answers questions about neediness, using sex to avoid conflict, differences in desire, and advice for newly weds. 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 This episode was originally ai...2020-01-0959 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferVirtue, Passion, and Owning Your DesireIn this interview with Nate Bagley from the Loveumentary, Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife talks about the following topics: how a patriarchal view of sex can be damaging to your relationship, why it's important to take ownership of your own desires and your own sexuality, helpful tips for experiencing orgasm, and how good sex takes lots of practice. 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...2019-11-2553 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferDr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife - Therapist, Counselor, MormonIn this episode, Latter Day Lives Podcast host Sean Rapier interviews Dr. Finlayson-Fife about her journey discovering worth and strength as a woman in the church. They also talk about the marriage, intimacy and issues facing today’s LDS couples. 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 This episode was originally aired on July...2019-11-2150 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferThe Higher Desire PartnerIn this episode, the Marriage Laboratory interviews Dr. Finlayson-Fife in an episode focusing on the high desire partner in a sexual relationship. “This can be a tricky position to be in because you can feel very stuck and powerless to improve your situation. Manipulating, coercing, and pressuring may get you what you want in the short term, but have lots of negative consequences in a relationship.” 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. Finlay...2019-11-1932 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferSexuality and Healthy Marriage RelationshipsIn this podcast episode, Greg Reynolds from the Marriage Mastery Podcast speaks with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife about the importance of healthy sexual expression in marriage. They touch on topics such as the differences in male and female sexuality and how to create a happy relationship in which both members can thrive. 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...2019-11-1848 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferHelp! I Want to Change My Spouse!In a new "About Progress" Podcast episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife talks with Monica Packer about our fruitless efforts to change a loved one, and what productive choices you can make instead! "It's easy to take out your anger on a spouse. It's much harder to tolerate addressing hard things, that destabilize both of you, and stay on it long enough to solve it.” -Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife 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 foll...2019-11-1423 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferOn Women and SexualityDr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife joins Tony Overbay on his podcast, The Virtual Couch, to talk about the challenges around sexuality that women (and men) face growing up in a faith-based 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.2019-09-3058 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferWhy You Need to Know Who You Are (& How)Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife is back with another interview with Monica Packer from the About Progress Podcast. Monica interviews Jennifer addressing the importance of self-development (developing our gifts and capacities) to forge a stronger sense of self. Listen in to hear why knowing who you are and developing who you are is vital for growth and happiness, and how to start working on developing yourself through this knowledge. 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.2019-09-2645 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. Jennifer"Get Over Yourself" - When Perfectionism Undermines Your Development, Relationships, And Peace Of MindHave you ever heard the saying, "I am my own worst enemy?" If you've thought or said that about yourself, then this episode is for you.  (And if you haven't, then this episode is also for you.) All of us carry the innate tendency to mask our own humanity--our flaws--from those we love.  Doing so actually inhibits our growth, creates tension in our relationships, and leads to inner turmoil.  The only way to get over all that is to get over ourselves. Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife, being interviewed once again by Monica Packer from the About Pro...2019-09-2643 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferDiffering Views and Beliefs Part 2In this podcast episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife speaks with Sherrae Phelps of Ten Thousand Hours of Writing Podcast about how to respect the differing views and beliefs of others as well as how to approach difficult or uncomfortable conversations about religious topics. To hear more from Sherrae Phelps, visit her at www.tenthousandhoursofwriting.com. "It’s easy to be threatened by change and to want to call it evil. Our first instinct to something that is foreign or with something we don’t know is that it must be bad. It’s just in our DNA to do that...2019-09-2414 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferHow to Talk to Your Kids About AbuseDr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife joins Lindsay Aerts from The Mom Show on KSL Radio to discuss how to talk with your kids about sex and abuse. To hear more from Lindsay Aerts, you can follow her on Instagram at @kslmomshow. 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.2019-09-2420 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferHow to Talk to Your Kids About SexDr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife joins Lindsay Aerts from The Mom Show on KSL Radio to discuss how to talk with your kids about sex and abuse. To hear more from Lindsay, you can follow her on Instagram @kslmomshow. 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. www.Finlayson-Fife.com Originally aired June 30, 2019.2019-09-2421 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferWhy the Sex Talk is More Than Just a TalkDr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife joins Lindsay Aerts from The Mom Show on KSL Radio to discuss how to create a culture of openness around sex and sexuality so your kids will be more likely to adopt healthy views of their own. And don't worry if you have older kids, Dr. Fife says it's never too late to start implementing healthy attitudes around sex, or repairing any well-intended missteps. 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.2019-09-2437 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferTalk to Your Kids About Sex - Shame FreeDr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife joins Lindsay Aerts from The Mom Show on KSL Radio to discuss how you can help teach your kids about sex without making them feel like it's a bad thing or that they are bad for being curious. 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. www.Finlayson-Fife.com Originally aired March 2017.2019-09-2417 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferWhen You Have a Desire... For More Sexual DesireDr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife joins Lindsay Aerts from The Mom Show on KSL Radio to discuss what factors can affect desire in women and how you can overcome some of them. 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. www.Finlayson-Fife.com Originally aired March 2017.2019-09-2419 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferIndulgent SufferingIn this podcast episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife speaks with Sherrae Phelps of Ten Thousand Hours of Writing Podcast about the topic of indulgent suffering. In this episode you will learn more about how to act out of virtue and integrity and how to let go of immature thought patterns that can be harmful to personal development. To hear more from Sherrae Phelps and Ten Thousand Hours of Writing Podcast, visit her at Www.Tenthousandhoursofwriting.Com. Often to determine if something is right or good or God’s will, we use pain, suffering, and sacrifice for a measuring stick. Wh...2019-09-1215 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferThinking and Acting For YourselfIn this podcast episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife speaks with Sherrae Phelps of Ten Thousand Hours of Writing Podcast about the topic of thinking for ourselves. In this episode you will learn more about how to make your own decisions based on your integrity and moral compass rather than approval of others. To hear more from Sherrae Phelps, visit her at www.tenthousandhoursofwriting.com. “One of the things that interferes with our ability to think for ourselves is our need and desire for approval—our desire for other people to acknowledge or validate what we do. The more we depe...2019-09-1235 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferIs it Ever Virtuous to Submit?In this podcast episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife speaks with Sherrae Phelps of Ten Thousand Hours of Writing Podcast about the topic of submission. In this episode you will learn more about what submission means and how it can be driven either by fear or moral courage. To hear more from Sherrae Phelps, visit her at www.tenthousandhoursofwriting.com. “When submission is a virtue, it’s an active choice to yield to something because you think it will create the greater good. It’s not driven by fear; it’s driven by moral courage.” – Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife Sher...2019-09-1216 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferHow to Create and Maintain a Sexual Sense of Self in MotherhoodIn this episode, Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife is interviewed by holistic nutritionist and eating psychology coach, Stephanie Webb all about how to create and maintain a sexual sense of self while in the throes of motherhood. You can hear more from Stephanie by visiting her website, EatConfident.co, or by following her on her Instagram, @stephanie__webb. 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. www.Finlayson-Fife.com This episode originally aired on February 12, 2019.2019-09-0930 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferThe Living Nature of Mormon Covenants - Part 2A discussion with Dan Wotherspoon, Charles Randall Paul, Joseph Stanford, and Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife on the meaning of covenants in religious practice, and particularly the meaning of covenants when one's faith has evolved or shifted. 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 This episode was originally aired on November 1st, 2018. Y...2018-11-0155 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferThe Living Nature of Mormon Covenants - Part 1A discussion with Dan Wotherspoon, Charles Randall Paul, Joseph Stanford, and Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife on the meaning of covenants in religious practice, and particularly the meaning of covenants when one's faith has evolved or shifted. 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 This episode was originally aired on November 1st, 2018. ...2018-11-0155 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferAsk a Mormon Sex Therapist Part 4In this episode of “Ask a Mormon Sex Therapist“, Laurel and Brian interview Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife on the topics of sexual trauma, managing nudity with children, and developing sexuality as a single.2014-12-1241 minConversations with Dr. JenniferConversations with Dr. JenniferObedience and AgencyMormon Matters Podcast invited Dr. Finlayson-Fife to participate in this panel discussion regarding the treatment of the concepts of obedience and agency in the Church. In this episode, Mormon Matters host Dan Wotherspoon and panelists Jennifer Finlayson-Fife, Chelsea Fife, and Michael Fife discuss the topic of obedience and integrity.2011-11-011h 53