Head to Heart

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I need to tell you something. This episode is an absolute dream come true for me!

There are currently very few Biblical resources about sexuality that are targeted towards singles. This issue has been getting better in recent years, but there is still a huge discrepancy in the comparison of resources targeted towards marrieds.

Carlie & I are here to help this problem.

Carlie is known as the Christian Sex Educator (what a cool title!). As a gender & sexuality researcher, she studied desire, arousal, relationships & gender AND guess what? She got that degree while she was still single.

We answer the questions that no one seems to talk about:

- Is it okay for singles to be learning sex ed? How much is okay to learn? Where is the boundary?

- Everyone says 'what not to do', but what are some practical things singles actually CAN do when they feel aroused?

- How can singles eliminate shame & choose to honor how God created their libido?

We also answered every listener question that was sent in, so if you asked it, we answered it!

If I can put it bluntly: If you're horny but want to be holy, this is the episode FOR YOU!

Resources:

Winter 2023/24 playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5sGl1tPuQ8jnCx8QkEmjfy?si=9baeffc3e0594cd5

Winter Worship 2023/24 playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ndNeErAlbsHlFy98LojFQ?si=f48a531d0af14f9a

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Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to be fulfilled relationally as a single? What if you’re single for life? Do you really, deeply believe God has the very best in mind for you?

We covered so much in this episode like:

- How to trust that whatever God calls you into is actually what is best for you

- How singleness and marriage both have burdens to bear and joys to celebrate

- How "being healed from homosexuality" does not always result in the removal of same-sex attraction

- How to address the normal, human needs beneath longing for marriage

- How to cultivate and fight for a thriving, authentic community

Resources:

Winter 2023/24 playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5sGl1tPuQ8jnCx8QkEmjfy?si=9baeffc3e0594cd5

Winter Worship 2023/24 playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ndNeErAlbsHlFy98LojFQ?si=f48a531d0af14f9a

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Anna Meyer (DeLoach) and I recorded this holiday episode 2 whole years ago! You’ll even notice how we reference “No Idea” podcast - it is a blast from the past!

We discussed the top 5 most common struggles of going home for the holidays & how to overcome them.

- How do you respond when nosy questions come up?

- What do you do if your family doesn’t understand your faith or decisions?

- What if you’re not able to eat the traditional foods served?

- How can you prevent yourself from falling back into old habits and family drama?

We cover all these questions and more as the guide to actually enjoying the holidays. Enjoy this 2 year old throwback!

Resources:

Autumn 2023 playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1yYBAIRftYGNBkpJTLRSXM

Autumn Worship 2023 playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2tL5ECOZQv6yx6HI7GXiCE

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Trigger Warning: We talk about eating disorders in this episode. Please take the necessary precautions to take care of yourself!

Kristina Garza has been set free from disordered eating & an unhealthy relationship with her body and food. Ultimately, the pattern was not about food, but about not knowing how to cope with emotions well.

We cover a lot on this topic:

- how to identify what you are running from What feels too big to deal with?

- how to stay present, connect with your body & face the root under the addiction?

- how to create a safe community who will hold you accountable

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Autumn 2023 playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1yYBAIRftYGNBkpJTLRSXM

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Ashlyn R. Watkins, the host of Spiced Wife podcast, joined me for a 2nd time on the podcast! This time, we answered ALL the anonymous questions about sex sent in by listeners. We covered:

- how God views sex

- what is allowed & not allowed in the bedroom

- how to improve your sex life

- pornography recovery

- healing from the past

- sexuality in singleness

We pray this episode wipes shame off of you and that you will bring every area of your life under the lordship of Christ, including sex.

Episodes Referenced:

Is Masturbation a Sin? Answers for Singles & Marrieds -

Resources:

Spiced Wife -  https://www.spicedwife.com/

Autumn 2023 playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1yYBAIRftYGNBkpJTLRSXM

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Danielle Hanlon has been set free from several lies that used to hinder her dating experience.

Exhibit A: “Men are sexually weak & I will always be the one fending them off and trying to have integrity.”

WOW, that's far from the Truth!

It is rarely taught HOW to date well, but we have good news for you: We are here for you! You won’t figure this out alone. We want to take away all fear from your mind so that you can stop over-spiritualizing, overthinking, and overanalyzing & have fun while you date!

Autumn 2023 playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1yYBAIRftYGNBkpJTLRSXM

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Your Two Best Friends Podcast coming soon in January!

Get ready for some Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood vibes!

You may know that you're supposed to "love your neighbor", but so many of us don't even know our neighbor's name. And most of us have friends, but somewhere along the line, we forget how to make friends. We are only forced to remember again when we find ourselves in a season where we "start over".

Shannan Martin is a wife, mom, author, and a neighbor. She knows all about having to move and start over, not knowing anyone at first. The Lord took her on a journey, though, of learning how simple it can be to love your neighbor and she teaches us how to become connected in a very disconnected world.

We talk about:

- how to embrace and ease the awkwardness of meeting new people around us

- how to prevent isolation in the post-grad era

- how the vulnerability of putting yourself out there can bless and benefit others way more than it could embarrass you

If you find yourself in an unfamiliar setting, this episode will save your life!

Resources:

Shannan Martin’s Website & Books: https://www.shannanmartin.com/

Autumn 2023 playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1yYBAIRftYGNBkpJTLRSXM

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Does God care if you’re happy at all? Is His goal to make you holy or happy? Does He care about your desires? Even the ones that won’t necessarily “sanctify” you?

Have you ever heard phrases like, "Don't pray for patience because then God will make you wait." or "God wants to make you holy, not happy."? These and more are phrases that misconstrue the character of God in our minds. It's very difficult to trust the person who you think is both harming and helping you.

And is it possible that your desires were placed in you by God for a reason? We seem to always want a "yes" or "no" answer from Him directly instead of just learning how to adult.

Resources:

Bare Marriage Podcast - Untwisting Toxic Views of Suffering -  https://baremarriage.com/2023/09/podcast-untwisting-toxic-views-of-suffering-feat-rebecca-davis/

Verity Podcast - https://phyliciamasonheimer.com/womens-issues-motherhood-and-asceticism/

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Autumn 2023 playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1yYBAIRftYGNBkpJTLRSXM

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