In this episode of the Healthy by Heather Brown podcast, Heather welcomes marriage experts Ashley and Dave Willis to discuss various aspects of marriage, including early struggles, the impact of pornography, emotional health, and intimacy. They emphasize the importance of open communication, accountability, and exploring sexuality within the bounds of marriage. The conversation also touches on the role of sex toys and the need for mutual comfort and consent in exploring new dimensions of intimacy. In this conversation, Heather Brown and her guests delve into the complexities of intimacy within marriage, discussing the importance of creativity, communication, and scheduling in maintaining a healthy sexual relationship. They explore the impact of fatigue and stress on intimacy, emphasizing the need for couples to prioritize their connection and find ways to reset their relationship. The discussion also highlights the significance of gratitude and planning shared experiences to foster a thriving marriage. 

00:00 Introduction to Healthy Living and Marriage
04:49 Navigating Early Marriage Struggles
09:57 The Impact of Pornography on Relationships
14:54 Addressing Anger and Emotional Health in Marriage
20:07 Exploring Intimacy and Sexuality in Marriage
23:02 The Role of Sex Toys in Marriage
24:00 Exploring Creativity in Intimacy
27:50 Navigating Fatigue and Stress in Relationships
30:34 The Importance of Scheduling Intimacy
36:33 Advice for a Thriving Marriage
42:37 Resetting in Marriage Through Connection

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Links from this episode: 

• Dave and Ashley’s website: https://www.daveandashley.com/
• The Naked Marriage Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-naked-marriage-with-dave-ashley-willis/id1437213097
• Dave and Ashley’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daveandashleywillis?igsh=Z2Z2ZGJhdW5xdnJ1
• Themarriagebed.com 
• Dave and Ashley’s books as well as all books, supplements & other Amazon finds mentioned in this episode: https://amzn.to/42sj8h0 

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