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From Awkwardness to Connection: Catholic Marriage Intimacy Secrets Revealed

Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women)

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit daniellebean.substack.com This is a topic we don't hear about enough from a Catholic wife’s perspective! This special BONUS episode, recorded live on October 23, is part of our ongoing 5-Day Marriage Challenge. Dr. Sarah Bartel, a Catholic sex and marriage coach, joins us to take your anonymous questions about marital intimacy.Questions and topics we discuss: **How to get over the awkwardness, talk about your needs, and ask for what you want **The difference between men and women’s arousal responses **What is “normal” for length and frequency of sex **Some creative ideas for when kids or exhaustion get in the way **The importance of prioritizing rest and self-care, especially during times of stress **The challenge of male impotence from a female perspective **What exactly is “OK” and “not OK” according to Catholic teaching **How to handle feelings of guilt or shame **How to be more fully present in moments of intimacy **The importance of spiritual connection with our husbands **Some common challenges to intimacy and how to overcome them …and more! This bonus content is a special benefit for paid subscribers: Feel more confident and connected in your marriage by learning how to communicate your needs without feeling uncomfortable or guilty. Subscribe today: https://daniellebean.substack.com/