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Doing Good with Carmen HerbertLaura Brotherson || Healthy Sexuality in Marriage: Part 2What does your husband need to feel validated in your relationship? It may be different than you think. Join Carmen and Laura Brotherson for “Part 2” of their conversation on healthy sexuality in marriage as they discuss the needs of husbands and men in marriage.
2021-04-061h 04Doing Good with Carmen HerbertLaura Brotherson || Healthy Sexuality in Marriage: Part 1“The man and the wife...were not ashamed.” (Genesis 2:25). Healthy sexuality and intimacy is such an important part of any healthy and growing relationship. But with the stresses of life, it can be hard to maintain that important part of your marriage relationship. Join Carmen as she talks with licensed therapist and counselor Laura Brotherson about strengthening the bonds of marriage through healthy intimacy.
2021-03-231h 03
The Marital Intimacy Show065: Laura's D8NIGHT License Plate - PL8STORY (Guest on "Trista's PL8STORY")You already know I'm a BIG proponent of Date Night, but did you know it's also my license plate?! In this episode #065 "Laura's D8NIGHT License Plate" I joined Trista on her PL8STORY (Plate Story) Podcast to share the story behind my "D8NIGHT" license plate and lots of other fun things you maybe didn't know. Find out what "title" my tax guy has given my husband and what "sexual wholeness" is all about! Show Notes (Resources mentioned): Book – Knowing HER Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage Handout - Knowing HER Intimately– 12 Essential Ingredients for a...
2021-01-1550 min
The Marital Intimacy Show065: Laura’s D8NIGHT License Plate - PL8STORY (Guest on “Trista’s PL8STORY”)You already know I'm a BIG proponent of Date Night, but did you know it's also my license plate?! In this episode #065 “Laura’s D8NIGHT License Plate” I joined Trista on her PL8STORY (Plate Story) Podcast to share the story behind my "D8NIGHT" license plate and lots of other fun things you maybe didn't know. Find out what "title" my tax guy has given my husband and what "sexual wholeness" is all about! Show Notes (Resources mentioned): Book – Knowing HER Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage Handout - Knowing HER Intimately– 12 Essential Ingredients...
2021-01-1550 min
The Marital Intimacy Show064: Sex – Vital for a Healthy Marriage, Part 2 (Guest on "Elevate Your Marriage")This episode #064 "Q&A - Sex - Vital for a Healthy Marriage, Part 2" comes from a fun conversation certified sex therapist, Laura M. Brotherson had with the darling Trina Glines of the "Elevate Your Marriage" podcast. Trina had lots of fun questions from her book club ladies about the information in Laura's book And They Were Not Ashamed — Strengthening Marriage through Sexual Fulfillment to help them understand the importance of sex as a vital part of a healthy marriage. We'll discuss things like: "sex as a decision," "learning how to climax," "why sex is important," etc. Show Not...
2021-01-1451 min
The Marital Intimacy Show064: Sex – Vital for a Healthy Marriage, Part 2 (Guest on “Elevate Your Marriage”)This episode #064 “Q&A - Sex - Vital for a Healthy Marriage, Part 2” comes from a fun conversation certified sex therapist, Laura M. Brotherson had with the darling Trina Glines of the “Elevate Your Marriage” podcast. Trina had lots of fun questions from her book club ladies about the information in Laura’s book And They Were Not Ashamed — Strengthening Marriage through Sexual Fulfillment to help them understand the importance of sex as a vital part of a healthy marriage. We’ll discuss things like: “sex as a decision,” “learning how to climax,” “why sex is important,” etc. Show Notes (Resources men...
2021-01-1451 min
The Marital Intimacy Show063: Q&A – Sex – Vital for a Healthy Marriage, Part 1 (Guest on "Elevate Your Marriage")This episode #063 "Q&A - Sex - Vital for a Healthy Marriage, Part 1" comes from a fun conversation certified sex therapist, Laura M. Brotherson had with the darling Trina Glines of the "Elevate Your Marriage" podcast. Trina had lots of fun questions from her book club ladies about the information in Laura's book And They Were Not Ashamed — Strengthening Marriage through Sexual Fulfillment to help them understand the importance of sex as a vital part of a healthy marriage. We'll discuss things like: "sex as a decision," "learning how to climax," "why sex is important," etc. Show Not...
2021-01-1439 min
The Marital Intimacy Show063: Q&A – Sex – Vital for a Healthy Marriage, Part 1 (Guest on “Elevate Your Marriage”)This episode #063 “Q&A - Sex - Vital for a Healthy Marriage, Part 1” comes from a fun conversation certified sex therapist, Laura M. Brotherson had with the darling Trina Glines of the “Elevate Your Marriage” podcast. Trina had lots of fun questions from her book club ladies about the information in Laura’s book And They Were Not Ashamed — Strengthening Marriage through Sexual Fulfillment to help them understand the importance of sex as a vital part of a healthy marriage. We’ll discuss things like: “sex as a decision,” “learning how to climax,” “why sex is important,” etc. Show Notes (Resources men...
2021-01-1439 min
From Crisis to Connection - with Geoff & Jody SteurerPart Two - 20 Keys to Healthy Sex - Laura Brotherson - Episode 66Join me as I continue my interview with certified sex therapist, Laura Brotherson, as she discusses keys to healthy sexual intimacy.
We usually talk about unhealthy sex and the forbidden especially when it comes to healing from pornography and sexual addiction. Even though focusing on sex won't fix a pornography or sexual addiction, couples who are working solid individual recoveries need good information so they can learn how to create healthy sex in their marriages.
In this second episode of my two-part interview with her, we discuss:
* The "Characteristics of healthy vs. unhealthy...
2020-08-2740 min
From Crisis to Connection - with Geoff & Jody Steurer20 Keys to Healthy Sex - Laura Brotherson (part 2) - Episode 66If broken trust is an issue in your relationship, download the FREE video series “The First Steps to Rebuilding Trust” to help you get on the right track. https://www.geoffsteurer.com/freebie
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2020-08-2040 min
From Crisis to Connection - with Geoff & Jody Steurer20 Keys to Healthy Sex - Laura Brotherson - Episode 65We usually talk about unhealthy sex and the forbidden especially when it comes to healing from pornography and sexual addiction. Even though focusing on sex won't fix a pornography or sexual addiction, couples who are working solid individual recoveries need good information so they can learn how to create healthy sex in their marriages.
Join me as I interview sex expert Laura Brotherson, licensed marriage and family therapist and certified sex therapist, as we discuss 20 keys to health sex.
In this first episode of my two-part interview with her, w...
2020-08-131h 04
From Crisis to Connection - with Geoff & Jody Steurer20 Keys to Healthy Sex - Laura Brotherson (part 1) - Episode 65If broken trust is an issue in your relationship, download the FREE video series “The First Steps to Rebuilding Trust” to help you get on the right track. https://www.geoffsteurer.com/freebie
For details on our Connection Plus Membership Community, please visit https://www.connectionpluscommunity.com
Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date on exciting new announcements!
Download my FREE guide to help you quickly end arguments with your spouse
Connect with me on social media:INSTAGRAMFACEBOOK
Visit http://www.geoffsteurer.com for online c...
2020-08-061h 03
The Marital Intimacy Show062: Understanding Female Sexual Wiring (Guest on “On The Brighter Side”)This episode #062 “Understanding Female Sexual Wiring” comes from a super fun conversation certified sex therapist, Laura M. Brotherson had with the fabulous Monica Tanner of the “On the Brighter Side” podcast. Monica asks all about the 12 T’s of female sexual wiring found in the 12 chapters of Laura’s book Knowing HER Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage to help women (and men) better understand all the intricacies of how women are wired so that they can also create their own “sextraordinary” marriage! Resources mentioned: Book – Knowing HER Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage Handout - Knowing H...
2020-07-0640 min
The Marital Intimacy Show062: Understanding Female Sexual Wiring (Guest on "On The Brighter Side")This episode #062 "Understanding Female Sexual Wiring" comes from a super fun conversation certified sex therapist, Laura M. Brotherson had with the fabulous Monica Tanner of the "On the Brighter Side" podcast. Monica asks all about the 12 T's of female sexual wiring found in the 12 chapters of Laura's book Knowing HER Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage to help women (and men) better understand all the intricacies of how women are wired so that they can also create their own "sextraordinary" marriage! Resources mentioned: Book – Knowing HER Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage Handout - Kno...
2020-07-0640 min
Breaking the SilenceComparing Healthy and Unhealthy Sexuality - Learn More with Laura M. Brotherson [27]Let's talk about relearning healthy sexuality after being exposed to harmful media, and overcoming the taboo on talking about sex! We continue the conversation with Laura Brotherson, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Certified Sex Therapist (CST). You’ll love part 2 of her conversation with Creed and Crishelle about her insightful list of 20 characteristics of healthy and unhealthy sexuality.
Show notes: Download the Raising the Bar on Intimate Relationships - 20 Characteristics of Healthy and Unhealthy Sexuality PDF. Check out the book From Honeymoon to Happily Ever After: 23 Keys to Prepare for a Sextraordinary Marriage (Softcover) by...
2020-06-2325 minBreaking the SilenceWhat’s the Difference Between Healthy and Unhealthy Sexuality? with Laura M. Brotherson [26]“Sex is God's wedding gift to a husband and wife.” That’s what Laura Brotherson believes! She’s a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Certified Sex Therapist (CST). One of the best things any young adult can do to be ready to enjoy that divine gift is to see clearly the differences between sexual health and the unhealthy, distorted expectations and behavior that come from current media and culture. Don’t miss this first part of her conversation with Creed and Crishelle about her insightful list of 20 characteristics of healthy and unhealthy sexuality.
Show notes: Download th...
2020-06-1626 min
The Marital Intimacy Show060: 12 T’s of Female Sexual Wholeness (Guest on Dear Young Married Couple)Want to understand female sexual wiring better and how you can have a “sextraordinary” marriage? In this episode #060, Laura joins Adam and Karissa King on their "Dear Young Married Couple"
2020-05-141h 00
The Marital Intimacy Show060: 12 T's of Female Sexual Wholeness (Guest on Dear Young Married Couple)Want to understand female sexual wiring better and how you can have a "sextraordinary" marriage? In this episode #060, Laura joins Adam and Karissa King on their "Dear Young Married Couple"
2020-05-141h 00
Dear Young Married Couple12 "T's" of Female Sexual Wholeness w/ Laura Brotherson, LMFT & Christian Certified Sex TherapistEver wish you could pick the brain of a Christian sex therapist? Well we did just that in our interview with Laura Brotherson, LMFT, CST and we get to share it with you!
These 12 "T's" provide a recipe of key ingredients, especially for women, to embrace their sexuality and wholeness - necessary for a "Sextraordinary Marriage." You can rate yourself in each of these areas to see where you might need to focus your efforts.
Laura recommended:
Knowing Her Intimately: 12 Keys for Creating a Sextraordinary Marriage
From Honeymoon to Happily Ever After: 23 Keys to Prepare for a Sextraordinary Marriage (use...
2020-05-1257 min
Northwest Coalition for Healthy IntimacyEpisode 10 Preparing Teens & Young Adults Laura BrothersonPreparing Teens and Young Adults for a Healthy Transition to Sexual Intimacy presented by Laura Brotherson, MS, MFT, CST at the September 2015 Restoring Intimacy conference in Portland, Oregon sponsored by the Northwest Coalition for Healthy Intimacy (NWCHI)
2018-07-221h 01
Northwest Coalition for Healthy IntimacyEpisode 2 How Emotional Connection Fuels Sexual Intimacy -- Laura BrothersonA podcast by Laura Brotherson MS, MFT, CST entitled "How Emotional Connection Fuels Healthy Sexual Intimacy"
2018-05-261h 22
The Marital Intimacy Show059: Hungry Dog Syndrome, Part 2In this episode #059 “Hungry Dog Syndrome, Part 2,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses this predicament in marriage from both the husband's and the wife's perspective and provides suggestions to help couples move past it to create a more mutually inviting sexual relationship.
2012-03-0508 min
The Marital Intimacy Show059: Hungry Dog Syndrome, Part 2In this episode #059 “Hungry Dog Syndrome, Part 2,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses this predicament in marriage from both the husband's and the wife's perspective and provides suggestions to help couples move past it to create a more mutually inviting sexual relationship.
2012-03-0508 min
The Marital Intimacy Show058: Hungry Dog Syndrome, Part 1In this episode #058 “Hungry Dog Syndrome, Part 1,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses this predicament in marriage from both the husband's and the wife's perspective and provides suggestions to help couples move past it to create a more mutually inviting sexual relationship.
2012-02-2708 min
The Marital Intimacy Show058: Hungry Dog Syndrome, Part 1In this episode #058 “Hungry Dog Syndrome, Part 1,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses this predicament in marriage from both the husband's and the wife's perspective and provides suggestions to help couples move past it to create a more mutually inviting sexual relationship.
2012-02-2708 min
The Marital Intimacy Show057: Self-Help Sex TherapyIn this episode #057 “Self-Help Sex Therapy,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson provides some helpful resources and key steps and for individuals or couples to do while they are waiting for professional help or if they are on their own to create a mutually fulfilling sexual relationship.
2011-12-0509 min
The Marital Intimacy Show057: Self-Help Sex TherapyIn this episode #057 “Self-Help Sex Therapy,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson provides some helpful resources and key steps and for individuals or couples to do while they are waiting for professional help or if they are on their own to create a mutually fulfilling sexual relationship.
2011-12-0509 min
The Marital Intimacy Show056: Differences in Sexual Wiring—Bridling vs. Awakening Sexual EnergyIn this episode #056 “Differences in Sexual Wiring – Bridling vs. Awakening Sexual Energy,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses the notion that men need to control or bridle their sexual energy while women need to awaken and develop their sexuality, including learning to be fully present in lovemaking.
2011-03-0808 min
The Marital Intimacy Show056: Differences in Sexual Wiring—Bridling vs. Awakening Sexual EnergyIn this episode #056 “Differences in Sexual Wiring – Bridling vs. Awakening Sexual Energy,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses the notion that men need to control or bridle their sexual energy while women need to awaken and develop their sexuality, including learning to be fully present in lovemaking.
2011-03-0808 min
The Marital Intimacy Show055: Sexual SurrenderIn this episode #055 “Sexual Surrender,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses the importance of transcendence in lovemaking and how to overcome some of the obstacles of letting go and surrendering to the sensual pleasure of sexual intimacy.
2011-01-2507 min
The Marital Intimacy Show055: Sexual SurrenderIn this episode #055 “Sexual Surrender,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses the importance of transcendence in lovemaking and how to overcome some of the obstacles of letting go and surrendering to the sensual pleasure of sexual intimacy.
2011-01-2507 min
The Marital Intimacy Show054: Healthy SexIn this episode #054 “Healthy Sex,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson shares some key information to help couples understand the difference between healthy sex and unhealthy or pornography-related sex.
2011-01-1806 min
The Marital Intimacy Show054: Healthy SexIn this episode #054 “Healthy Sex,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson shares some key information to help couples understand the difference between healthy sex and unhealthy or pornography-related sex.
2011-01-1806 min
The Marital Intimacy Show053: What He Really Wants for ChristmasIn this episode #053 “What He Really Wants for Christmas,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson invites women to consider the gift of sex for their honey’s for Christmas. Physical intimacy tops the list of favorite Christmas gifts for many husbands! Laura encourages couples to take the challenge to make lovemaking a fun part of their intimate Christmas festivities.
2010-12-2207 min
The Marital Intimacy Show053: What He Really Wants for ChristmasIn this episode #053 “What He Really Wants for Christmas,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson invites women to consider the gift of sex for their honey’s for Christmas. Physical intimacy tops the list of favorite Christmas gifts for many husbands! Laura encourages couples to take the challenge to make lovemaking a fun part of their intimate Christmas festivities.
2010-12-2207 min
The Marital Intimacy Show052: 50 Reasons to Make LoveIn this episode #052 “50 Reasons to Make Love,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson highlights plenty of great reasons for couples to be sure they are continuing to take advantage of the many health and relationship benefits of sex.
2010-12-1611 min
The Marital Intimacy Show052: 50 Reasons to Make LoveIn this episode #052 “50 Reasons to Make Love,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson highlights plenty of great reasons for couples to be sure they are continuing to take advantage of the many health and relationship benefits of sex.
2010-12-1611 min
The Marital Intimacy Show051: The Agony and the Ecstasy of ONEness in MarriageIn this episode #051 “The Agony and the Ecstasy of ONEness in Marriage,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson addresses some of the challenges of ONEness, as well as the exquisite joy and possibilities that are available to a husband and wife if they will work at it.
2010-11-0408 min
The Marital Intimacy Show051: The Agony and the Ecstasy of ONEness in MarriageIn this episode #051 “The Agony and the Ecstasy of ONEness in Marriage,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson addresses some of the challenges of ONEness, as well as the exquisite joy and possibilities that are available to a husband and wife if they will work at it.
2010-11-0408 min
The Marital Intimacy Show050: What's Up with the Bait and Switch in Marriage?—Q&A, Part 2In this episode #050 “What's Up with the Bait and Switch in Marriage? -- Q&A, Part 2,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson addresses the question about how a wife seems to change intimacy-wise from pre- to post-marriage. Laura discusses five elements that may explain this change and what to do about it.
2010-10-2807 min
The Marital Intimacy Show050: What's Up with the Bait and Switch in Marriage?—Q&A, Part 2In this episode #050 “What's Up with the Bait and Switch in Marriage? -- Q&A, Part 2,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson addresses the question about how a wife seems to change intimacy-wise from pre- to post-marriage. Laura discusses five elements that may explain this change and what to do about it.
2010-10-2807 min
The Marital Intimacy Show049: What's Up with the Bait and Switch in Marriage?—Q&A, Part 1In this episode #049 “What's Up with the Bait and Switch in Marriage? -- Q&A, Part 1,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson addresses the question about how a wife seems to change intimacy-wise from pre- to post-marriage. Laura discusses five elements that may explain this change and what to do about it.
2010-10-2107 min
The Marital Intimacy Show049: What's Up with the Bait and Switch in Marriage?—Q&A, Part 1In this episode #049 “What's Up with the Bait and Switch in Marriage? -- Q&A, Part 1,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson addresses the question about how a wife seems to change intimacy-wise from pre- to post-marriage. Laura discusses five elements that may explain this change and what to do about it.
2010-10-2107 min
The Marital Intimacy Show048: The Importance, Inhibitors and Intricacies of IntimacyIn this episode #048 “The Importance, Inhibitors and Intricacies of Intimacy,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses the “3 I’s of Intimacy” -- the Importance, the Inhibitors, and the Intricacies, and how the book, And They Were Not Ashamed, can help in all three of these areas!
2010-10-1207 min
The Marital Intimacy Show048: The Importance, Inhibitors and Intricacies of IntimacyIn this episode #048 “The Importance, Inhibitors and Intricacies of Intimacy,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses the “3 I’s of Intimacy” -- the Importance, the Inhibitors, and the Intricacies, and how the book, And They Were Not Ashamed, can help in all three of these areas!
2010-10-1207 min
The Marital Intimacy Show047: Good Girls Do! Countering the Good Girl Syndrome in MarriageIn this episode #047 “Good Girls Do! Countering the Good Girl Syndrome in Marriage,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson shares a resource to help couples identify and overcome negative conditioning about sex and be able to say, "Yes! In marriage, Good Girls Do!"
2010-10-0508 min
The Marital Intimacy Show047: Good Girls Do! Countering the Good Girl Syndrome in MarriageIn this episode #047 “Good Girls Do! Countering the Good Girl Syndrome in Marriage,” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson shares a resource to help couples identify and overcome negative conditioning about sex and be able to say, "Yes! In marriage, Good Girls Do!"
2010-10-0508 min
The Marital Intimacy Show046: Why I Wrote the Book ‘And They Were Not Ashamed— Strengthening Marriage through Sexual Fulfillment'In this episode #046 “Why I Wrote the Book ‘And They Were Not Ashamed-- Strengthening Marriage through Sexual Fulfillment,'” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses the void she felt existed for couples to be able to strengthen their marriages sexually.
2010-09-2806 min
The Marital Intimacy Show046: Why I Wrote the Book 'And They Were Not Ashamed— Strengthening Marriage through Sexual Fulfillment'In this episode #046 “Why I Wrote the Book ‘And They Were Not Ashamed-- Strengthening Marriage through Sexual Fulfillment,'” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses the void she felt existed for couples to be able to strengthen their marriages sexually.
2010-09-2806 min
The Marital Intimacy Show045: Raising the Bar on Date NightIn this episode #045 “Raising the Bar on Date Night” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses four rules for stepping it up a notch. Date night is simply one of the best things couples can do for their marriages, and these suggestions make date night even better!
2010-09-2109 min
The Marital Intimacy Show045: Raising the Bar on Date NightIn this episode #045 “Raising the Bar on Date Night” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses four rules for stepping it up a notch. Date night is simply one of the best things couples can do for their marriages, and these suggestions make date night even better!
2010-09-2109 min
The Marital Intimacy Show044: No, May Not Always Mean NoIn this episode #044 “No, May Not Always Mean No” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson shares a big secret--especially for husbands who may not fully realize how their wives are wired sexually.
2010-09-1406 min
The Marital Intimacy Show043: Let's Play 20 Questions
In this episode #043 “Let’s Play 20 Questions” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson helps couples make it easier for them to start a fun and valuable conversation about their sexual relationship. You'll receive Laura's list "20 Questions--Your Conversation Starter about Sex," and an opportunity to break down the communication barrier that keeps many couples from more fully enjoying their intimate relationship.
2010-09-0708 min
The Marital Intimacy Show043: Let's Play 20 Questions
In this episode #043 “Let’s Play 20 Questions” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson helps couples make it easier for them to start a fun and valuable conversation about their sexual relationship. You'll receive Laura's list "20 Questions--Your Conversation Starter about Sex," and an opportunity to break down the communication barrier that keeps many couples from more fully enjoying their intimate relationship.
2010-09-0708 min
The Marital Intimacy Show042: Five Key Times to Talk to Your Kids about Sex—Part 2In this episode #042 “Five Key Times to Talk to Your Kids about Sex -- Part 2” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson highlights the “when” of talking to your kids about sex (i.e. before dating and before marriage), and helps parents proactively plan to have all five important discussions.
2010-08-1009 min
The Marital Intimacy Show041: Five Key Times to Talk to Your Kids about Sex—Part 1In this episode #041 “Five Key Times to Talk to Your Kids about Sex -- Part 1” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson highlights the “when” of talking to your kids about sex, and helps parents proactively plan to have these five important discussions.
2010-08-0310 min
The Marital Intimacy Show040: Lovemaking: When Couples Have Teens at Home — Q&AIn this episode #040 “Lovemaking: When Couples Have Teens at Home -- Q&A” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson addresses the challenge of finding discreet time for lovemaking, and how to communicate a positive message to one’s teens about the sexual relationship in marriage.
2010-07-2711 min
The Marital Intimacy Show039: Overcoming the Good Girl SyndromeIn this episode #039 “Overcoming the Good Girl Syndrome” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson helps you identify how much the Good Girl Syndrome may be affecting you and your marriage, and also provides brief suggestions to help you overcome it.
2010-07-2012 min
The Marital Intimacy Show038: The Good Girl Syndrome
In this episode #038 “The Good Girl Syndrome” on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson addresses one of the most pervasive and often unacknowledged sources of sexual dissatisfaction in marriage.
2010-07-1308 min
The Marital Intimacy Show037: Beating the Body Image Blues: Part 3—Making Peace with Your BodyIn this episode #037 “Beating the Body Image Blues: Part 3 -- Making Peace with Your Body" on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson shares three suggestions to help you change your mental programming and become your body’s friend and advocate.
2010-07-0610 min
The Marital Intimacy Show036: Beating the Body Image Blues: Part 2—Emotional Eating
In this episode #036 “Beating the Body Image Blues: Part 2 -- Emotional Eating" on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses the issue of body image, weight and emotional eating. Learn how to stop the negative self-talk that feeds into emotional eating, and be able to say to yourself and your husband, “I like who I am. I like my body, and I’m happy to share myself with you.”
2010-06-2910 min
The Marital Intimacy Show035: Beating the Body Image Blues: Part 1 —What is RealIn this episode #035 "Beating the Body Image Blues: Part 1-- What is Real?" on "The Marital Intimacy Show," intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson addresses some of the sources of body image dissatisfaction to set the stage for helping women to overcome these issues.
2010-06-2209 min
The Marital Intimacy Show034: Body Image and Lovemaking—Part 2Body image issues have a significant effect on lovemaking. In this episode #034 "Body Image and Lovemaking -- Part 2" on "The Marital Intimacy Show," intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses how wives' body image issues affect their husbands in lovemaking, and how husbands wish their wives could see the beauty they see and believe the words they speak.
2010-06-0807 min
The Marital Intimacy Show033: Body Image and Lovemaking—Part 1Most women struggle with body image issues no matter how they look. In this episode #033 "Body Image and Lovemaking -- Part 1" on "The Marital Intimacy Show," intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses the impact of body image on lovemaking, and how feeling sexy need not be contingent on one's appearance.
2010-06-0108 min
The Marital Intimacy Show032: Husbands, Housework, Divorce, and SexStudies show that the happier wives are with the division of household responsibilities, the happier husbands are with their sex lives, and the less risk there is for divorce. In this episode #032 "Husbands, Housework, Divorce and Sex" on "The Marital Intimacy Show," intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses this important factor in happy marriages and suggests how couples can share the household responsibilities more evenly.
2010-05-2513 min
The Marital Intimacy Show031: Sharing Fantasies—Q&AMost women struggle with body image issues no matter how they look. In this episode #033 "Body Image and Lovemaking -- Part 1" on "The Marital Intimacy Show," intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson discusses the impact of body image on lovemaking, and how feeling sexy need not be contingent on one's appearance.
2010-04-2708 min
The Marital Intimacy Show030: "I Am a Sexual Being, and It's Good"—Developing a Sexual IdentityIn this episode #030 "I Am a Sexual Being, and It's Good -- Developing a Sexual Identity" on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson encourages women to embrace and develop their sexual identity--to be able to say "I am a sexual being, and it's good!"
She shares four things that are different about a woman who has embraced her sexuality, and also discusses various tasks and questions women can explore in developing their sexual identity.
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2010-04-2010 min
The Marital Intimacy Show029: A Quickie about QuickiesIn this episode #029 "A Quickie about Quickies" on "The Marital Intimacy Show," intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, provides quick tips and a new perspective on quickies in the marital relationship.
2010-04-1306 min
The Marital Intimacy Show028: The Bliss of a Kiss—Restoring the Lost Art of Kissing, Part 3
Many couples have lost that lovin’ feeling when it comes to kissing and making out. In this episode #028 “The Bliss of a Kiss -- Restoring the Lost Art of Kissing, Part 3" on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, provides suggestions to change the kissing dynamics in the relationship.
2010-04-0609 min
The Marital Intimacy Show027: The Bliss of a Kiss—Restoring the Lost Art of Kissing, Part 2Many couples have lost that lovin' feeling when it comes to kissing and making out. In this episode #027 "The Bliss of a Kiss -- Restoring the Lost Art of Kissing, Part 2" on "The Marital Intimacy Show," intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, addresses common complaints, and suggests "kissing lessons" for wives to share with their husbands to change the kissing dynamics in the relationship.
2010-03-3008 min
The Marital Intimacy Show026: The Bliss of a Kiss—Restoring the Lost Art of Kissing, Part 1Many couples have lost that lovin' feeling when it comes to kissing and making out. In this episode #026 "The Bliss of a Kiss -- Restoring the Lost Art of Kissing, Part 1" on "The Marital Intimacy Show," intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, addresses common complaints, and suggests "kissing lessons" for wives to share with their husbands, so that she especially can more fully enjoy the bliss of a kiss.
2010-03-2307 min
The Marital Intimacy Show025: What You Need to Know about Loving Your SpouseEveryone feels loved differently. In this episode #025 “What You Need to Know about Loving Your Spouse" on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, teaches the importance of loving one’s spouse in the way they need to be loved.
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2010-03-1612 min
The Marital Intimacy Show024: The Blissful CaressIn this episode #024 "The Blissful Caress" on "The Marital Intimacy Show," intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, suggests that couples add this Blissful Caress to their intimate moments to sensually energize their lovemaking. The Blissful Caress is great sexual therapy for both husband and wife! www.TheMaritalIntimacyShow.com www.StrengtheningMarriage.com
2010-03-0909 min
The Marital Intimacy Show023: Mood Music—Q&AMusic adds variety to lovemaking. In this episode #023 “Mood Music -- Q&A" on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, encourages couples to create their own bedroom music and see how it can help fuel their fires and enhance their sexual relationship.
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2010-02-2707 min
The Marital Intimacy Show022:Where Do I Start in Strengthening My Marriage Intimately?—Q&AIn this episode #022 “Where Do I Start in Strengthening My Marriage Intimately? -- Q&A" on “The Marital Intimacy Show,” intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, answers an email she received about where a wife might start to improve her intimate marital relationship, and how to be a part of our work of strengthening marriages intimately.
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2010-02-2313 min
The Marital Intimacy Show021: Overcoming Obstacles of the Big "O" —Part 3In this episode #021 "Overcoming Obstacles of the Big 'O' -- Part 3" of "The Marital Intimacy Show," intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, addresses: (5) Touch, (6) Technique, (7) Transcendence, and (8) Time helping couples identify and overcome obstacles of female orgasm.
2010-02-1614 min
The Marital Intimacy Show020: Overcoming Obstacles of the Big "O" —Part 2In this episode #020 "Overcoming Obstacles of the Big 'O' -- Part 2" of "The Marital Intimacy Show," intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, addresses: (1) Thoughts, (2) Tenderness, (3) Teasing/Playfulness, and (4) Talk helping couples identify and overcome obstacles of female orgasm.
2010-02-0912 min
The Marital Intimacy Show019: Overcoming Obstacles of the Big "O" —Part 1The Big “O” need not be so elusive. In this episode #019 “Overcoming Obstacles of the Big ‘O’ -- Part 1" of “The Marital Intimacy Show,” intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, helps couples identify and overcome obstacles of female orgasm.
2010-02-0216 min
The Marital Intimacy Show018: Stories of Hope—Finding FulfillmentSeeking to strengthen your marriage sexually can be daunting at times. In this episode #018 of "The Marital Intimacy Show," intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, shares stories of hope from a few of the many who have been able to find greater intimate fulfillment in their marriages. These stories will inspire and motivate you to know that change is possible!
2010-01-2614 min
The Marital Intimacy Show017: Desire is a DecisionFor men, sexual desire tends to be a reaction, whereas for women, desire often requires a decision. For women, desire tends to show up after women mentally decide to engage, followed by some degree of mental/emotional and/or sexual arousal. In this episode #017 of "The Marital Intimacy Show," intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, helps women identify four things that often get in the way of that first step of deciding to "go with it." Couples don't have to be hostage to that elusive "mood" when they understand a woman's unique sexual wiring.
2010-01-1912 min
The Marital Intimacy Show016: What Sex Means to a ManMany women don’t fully understand what sex means to their husbands. This often leads to couples who wander around in a sexual desert in their relationship.
In this episode #016 of “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, shares a poignant and personal description from one husband who eloquently describes the power of sexual connection, providing a beautiful example of what sex means to a man.
2010-01-1213 min
The Marital Intimacy Show015: Making Passion a Priority
Sex is a team sport. If lovemaking is important to your spouse, then it must also be important to you! In this episode #015 of “The Marital Intimacy Show,” marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, encourages women to make passion a higher priority in their lives. Making sex a priority is not just about the time. It’s also about the attitude one has about sexuality and their sexual relationship with their spouse.
2010-01-0512 min
The Marital Intimacy Show014: Auditory ArousalSometimes women need a little nudge during lovemaking to increase their arousal and push them over the edge into orgasm. In this episode #014 of “The Marital Intimacy Show,” intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, discusses how verbal expressions provide auditory arousal as a means of heightening sexual pleasure and providing increased emotional connection during lovemaking.
2009-12-2910 min
The Marital Intimacy Show013: Awakening SensualityWomen often struggle with awakening and nurturing their sexuality. In this episode #013 of "The Marital Intimacy Show," marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, discusses professional massage as a means of developing one's sensuality, which helps to nurture one's sexuality. With a focus on (1) Relaxation, (2) Breathing, and (3) Touch, massage therapy can help women to awaken and cultivate their sensuality for greater enjoyment in the sexual relationship of marriage.
2009-12-2212 min
The Marital Intimacy Show012: Three Keys to Help You Thrive in Your MarriageTo simplify efforts to strengthen your marriage, marriage and intimacy expert and “The Marital Intimacy Show” host Laura M. Brotherson, shares three key actions couples can take to strengthen and thrive in their marriages:
1. Date regularly
2. Increase touch
3. Pray regularly as a couple
These marital keys are the means of providing vital mental/emotional, physical/sexual and spiritual intimacy and nourishment to the marriage relationship.
2009-12-1514 min
The Marital Intimacy Show011: Tiger Woods, Marriage and InfidelityUnfortunate revelations of infidelity by those in the media provide an opportunity for all couples to do an inventory of their own marriages, and shore them up against destructive influences.
In this episode of “The Marital Intimacy Show" marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, highlights those things couples need to do to protect their marriage and prevent the heartrending experience of adultery from infecting their lives.
2009-12-0815 min
The Marital Intimacy Show010: Secrets of Sexually Satisfied Wives—Part 2What are the secrets of sexually satisfied wives? What is it that helps women fully embrace and enjoy their sexuality within marriage? In this episode #010 of The Marital Intimacy Show marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, will share six additional characteristics of sexually satisfied wives:
1. They are fun and playful.
2. They know what they need.
3. They communicate openly.
4. They enjoy touch.
5. They surrender to the passion.
6. They take responsibility for self.
2009-11-2317 min
The Marital Intimacy Show009: Secrets of Sexually Satisfied —Part 1What are the secrets of sexually satisfied wives? What is it that helps women fully embrace and enjoy their sexuality within marriage? In this episode #009 of The Marital Intimacy Show, marriage and intimacy expert, Laura M. Brotherson, will share six characteristics of sexually satisfied wives:
1. They embrace their sexuality.
2. They get educated sexually
3. They nurture the relationship.
4. They overcome their inhibitions.
5. They nurture sexual feelings.
6. They make peace with their body.
2009-11-1616 min
The Marital Intimacy Show008: Affair Proofing Your Marriage, Part 4—Vulnerability and OpportunityIn this episode #008 of The Marital Intimacy Show, marriage and intimacy expert and author, Laura M. Brotherson, provides power-packed tips for affair-proofing your marriage. Affairs are more likely to occur when vulnerability meets opportunity. Learn what you need to do to reduce vulnerability and avoid opportunities, all the while building a stronger and more connected marriage.
In this final segment of this Affair Proofing Your Marriage series we’ll conclude with a discussion of:
1. Avoiding personal relationships with others of the opposite sex, while building friendships with persons of the same sex;
2. Setting me...
2008-12-1114 min
The Marital Intimacy Show007: Affair Proofing Your Marriage, Part 3 -- Dealing with Your IssuesIn this episode #007 of The Marital Intimacy Show, marriage and intimacy expert and author, Laura M. Brotherson, provides power-packed tips for affair-proofing your marriage. Affairs are more likely to occur when vulnerability meets opportunity. Learn what you need to do to reduce vulnerability and avoid opportunities, all the while building a stronger and more connected marriage.
In this segment we’ll discuss:
1. Working to meet each other’s needs more effectively;
2. Developing a satisfying sex life in your marriage; and
3. Dealing with personal insecurities and issues from your past.
2008-12-1115 min
The Marital Intimacy Show006: Affair Proofing Your Marriage, Part 2—Specific Steps
In this episode #006 of The Marital Intimacy Show, marriage and intimacy expert and author, Laura M. Brotherson, provides power-packed tips for affair-proofing your marriage. Affairs are more likely to occur when vulnerability meets opportunity. Learn what you need to do to reduce vulnerability and avoid opportunities, all the while building a stronger and more connected marriage.
The steps we’ll discuss in this segment include:
1. Communicating openly in marriage about anything;
2. Acknowledging and discussing attractions to others with your spouse; and
3. Avoiding secrecy in your marriage.
2008-12-1115 min
The Marital Intimacy Show005: Affair Proofing Your Marriage, Part 1—What's Not EnoughIn this episode #005 of The Marital Intimacy Show, marriage and intimacy expert and author, Laura M. Brotherson, provides power-packed tips for affair-proofing your marriage. Affairs are more likely to occur when vulnerability meets opportunity. Learn what you need to do to reduce vulnerability and avoid opportunities--all the while building a stronger and more connected marriage.
In this segment we’ll discuss the following:
(1) No one is immune;
(2) What’s not enough to protect your marriage;
(3) Being introspective and develop greater self-awareness; and
(4) Avoiding selfishness.
2008-12-0418 min
The Marital Intimacy Show004: Jumpstarting Your Marriage—Part 2 (Q&A)In this episode #004 of The Marital Intimacy Show, marriage and intimacy expert and author, Laura M. Brotherson, addresses the questions and concerns of a listener, and shares insights for jumpstarting your marriage. Learn how to overcome emotional distance to feel close and more intimately connected.
2008-11-2918 min
The Marital Intimacy Show003: Jumpstarting Your Marriage—Part 1 (Q&A)In this episode #003 of The Marital Intimacy Show, marriage and intimacy expert and author, Laura M. Brotherson, addresses the questions and concerns of a listener, and shares insights for jumpstarting your marriage. Learn how to overcome emotional distance to feel close and more intimately connected.
2008-11-2713 min
The Marital Intimacy Show002: Six Tips to Strengthen Your Marriage Sexually—Part 2In this episode #002 of The Marital Intimacy Show, marriage and intimacy expert and author, Laura M. Brotherson, LMFT, CST, shares three more tips for strengthening marriages sexually: (4) Overcoming inhibitors; (5) Being playful; and (6) Making your sexual relationship a matter of prayer. Resources mentioned: Journal Therapy "A Feeling Like That" Gary Allen "The Marital Intimacy Show Podcast" with Laura M. Brotherson (see MaritalIntimacyShow.com) You can find Laura on Instagram or Facebook (@StrengtheningMarriage) or email: info@strengtheningmarriage.com
2008-11-2020 min
The Marital Intimacy Show002: Six Tips to Strengthen Your Marriage Sexually—Part 2In this episode #002 of The Marital Intimacy Show, marriage and intimacy expert and author, Laura M. Brotherson, LMFT, CST, shares three more tips for strengthening marriages sexually: (4) Overcoming inhibitors; (5) Being playful; and (6) Making your sexual relationship a matter of prayer. Resources mentioned: Journal Therapy “A Feeling Like That” Gary Allen “The Marital Intimacy Show Podcast” with Laura M. Brotherson (see MaritalIntimacyShow.com) You can find Laura on Instagram or Facebook (@StrengtheningMarriage) or email: info@strengtheningmarriage.com
2008-11-2020 min
The Marital Intimacy Show001: Six Tips to Strengthen Your Marriage Sexually—Part 1In this episode #001 of The Marital Intimacy Show, marriage and intimacy expert and author, Laura M. Brotherson, shares the first three of six tips for strengthening marriages sexually: (1) Making sex a priority; (2) Getting educated sexually; and (3) Learning to talk about sex more easily. Resources mentioned: And They Were Not Ashamed –Strengthening Marriage Through Sexual Fulfillment "The Marital Intimacy Show Podcast" with Laura M. Brotherson (see MaritalIntimacyShow.com) You can find Laura on Instagram or Facebook (@StrengtheningMarriage) or email: info@strengtheningmarriage.com
2008-11-1318 min
The Marital Intimacy Show001: Six Tips to Strengthen Your Marriage Sexually—Part 1In this episode #001 of The Marital Intimacy Show, marriage and intimacy expert and author, Laura M. Brotherson, shares the first three of six tips for strengthening marriages sexually: (1) Making sex a priority; (2) Getting educated sexually; and (3) Learning to talk about sex more easily. Resources mentioned: And They Were Not Ashamed –Strengthening Marriage Through Sexual Fulfillment “The Marital Intimacy Show Podcast” with Laura M. Brotherson (see MaritalIntimacyShow.com) You can find Laura on Instagram or Facebook (@StrengtheningMarriage) or email: info@strengtheningmarriage.com
2008-11-1318 min
The Cricket and Seagull Fireside Chat"And They Were Not Ashamed -- Strengthening Marriage Through Sexual Fulfillment" by Laura BrothersonPresident Spencer W. Kimball wrote that the marriage relationship could be "an exultant ecstasy," yet too often well-meaning couples who are working together in every other area of their relationship find themselves frustrated and at cross purposes in the area of sexual intimacy.The success of Laura Brotherson's ground-breaking book "And They Were Not Ashamed" shows the hunger LDS couples have for accurate, yet gospel-compatible information to help them connect joyfully in this important part of every marriage relationship.That's this week on The Cricket and Seagull...
2007-05-1100 minThe Cricket and Seagull Fireside Chat"And They Were Not Ashamed -- Strengthening Marriage Through Sexual Fulfillment" by Laura BrothersonPresident Spencer W. Kimball wrote that the marriage relationship could be "an exultant ecstasy," yet too often well-meaning couples who are working together in every other area of their relationship find themselves frustrated and at cross purposes in the area of sexual intimacy.The success of Laura Brotherson's ground-breaking book "And They Were Not Ashamed" shows the hunger LDS couples have for accurate, yet gospel-compatible information to help them connect joyfully in this important part of every marriage relationship.That's this week on The Cricket and Seagull...
2007-05-1127 min