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Ellen's Podcast - Charting Toward Intimacy

Everything Hallelujah by Justin Bieber

Mari Wagner hosts Ellen Holloway on The Ever Be Podcast to discuss navigating intimacy and sex within marriage from a faith-based perspective. Highlighting often-taboo topics, they address the challenges of balancing purity culture with a healthy sex life, overcoming low libido, pain during intercourse, and the importance of open communication between spouses. Ellen shares her journey from purity culture constraints to coaching Catholic women on practical sex education. They also delve into the link between physical and emotional intimacy, providing actionable insights and encouragement for women seeking to embrace their sexuality within a Christ-centered marriage.

00:00 Welcome to The Ever Be Podcast

00:42 Introducing Our Guest: Ellen Holloway

01:13 Ever Be Moments: Glorifying God in Everyday Life

04:29 Ellen's Journey: From Purity Culture to Intimacy Education

06:51 The Taboo of Sex in Catholic Circles

11:22 Reframing the Script: Embracing Holy and Pleasurable Sex

15:42 Addressing Low Libido in Women

16:58 Understanding Desire: Responsive vs. Spontaneous

21:35 Addressing Low Libido in Men

24:39 The Placebo Effect of Testosterone Supplements

25:04 Communicating Sexual Needs in Marriage

25:41 Addressing Low Libido and Physical Arousal

30:41 Psychological and Physical Aspects of Painful Sex

44:04 Reviving Passion in Marriage

47:43 Sex as a Reflection of Divine Love

50:00 Conclusion and Resources

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