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Charting Toward Intimacy

Looking for answers to the questions you don"t want to Google? Not sure where to get help when your sexual life is on the rocks and everything the secular culture has to offer is only making things worse? Welcome to Charting Toward Intimacy where you learn to actually enjoy and desire good, holy sex with your spouse.Hosted by Ellen Holloway, Catholic Sex and Intimacy Coach.

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28:42

Lovemaking with Monica and Renzo Ortega | Ep. 208

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2025/02/17

Get Lovemaking at Ave Maria Press! Use code Ellen10 to get 10% off! In this episode, we welcome Monica and Renzo Ortega to discuss their new book titled 'Lovemaking.' Drawing from personal experiences and mentorship to young couples, they emphasize the importance of communication and real conversations in marriage. They also read an excerpt from their book and elaborate on how it addresses sensitive topics such as sexual intimacy and marital challenges. Their book aims to guide...

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41:04

Who Told You That Sex Should Be Effortless? | Ep. 207

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2025/02/10

Transform your sex life with 7 essential conversations - Get Let's Talk About "It" Ellen and Kathleen tackle the common misconceptions about sex and intimacy within marriage, particularly the idea that sex should be effortless. ___________________________________ Did we mention a book on this week's episode? Click here for our recommended books! Reach out at instagram.com/chartingtowardintimacy/ or email us at ellen@vinesinfullbloom.com Ready to improve your sex life and take it to ...

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7:23

Is Making Out OK While Abstaining? | Ep. 206

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2025/02/03

NEW Course Let's Talk About "It" is available NOW! Ellen addresses the question of whether it is okay for couples to make out while trying to avoid pregnancy during the fertile window. She explains the role of sexual arousal in preparing the body for sex and discusses the potential physical and emotional discomfort of arousing each other without the intention to have sex. ___________________________________ Did we mention a book on this week's episode? Click here for our recommended b...

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25:44

How can Memorizing Scripture Improve our Sex Lives?...

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2025/01/27

Get Jackie Angel's new book Memorize Scripture here (use code ELLEN10 for 10% off!)In this episode Ellen is joined by Jackie Angel to discuss her new book, Memorize Scripture. They explore how memorizing scripture can enhance prayer life, and ultimately improve relationships, especially in marriage and sex life. Jackie shares her journey in ministry, the inspiration behind the book, and practical advice for integrating scripture memorization into daily life. The conversation dives d...

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10:34

Why is sexual pleasure so elusive? | Ep. 204

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2025/01/20

Get the FREE 5-day Foreplay Foundations Course today!Ellen explores why sexual pleasure is so elusive. Discussing perspectives from Karol Wojtyla's 'Love and Responsibility,' Ellen explains how pleasure is collateral and not the primary end of human action. This episode covers the importance of focusing on love and self-giving actions rather than directly seeking pleasure, which can make it elusive. Ellen emphasizes that this elusiveness is actually beneficial, helping to ensure that spouses ...

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28:51

Try Again! | Ep. 203

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2025/01/13

Get the Orgasm Course for Catholic Women right here!In this episode, Ellen and Kathleen discuss perseverance in enhancing marital intimacy. They emphasize reframing thoughts around sex and intimacy, offering practical advice on trying again and tweaking approaches when efforts seem to fail initially. The conversation also delves into the emotional and spiritual aspects, highlighting the importance of patience, mindset shifts, and prayer in overcoming challenges and achieving sexual pleasure. ...

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16:16

What Does the Church Actually Teach about Foreplay? |...

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2025/01/06

Check out the FREE Five Day Foreplay Course!In this episode, Ellen addresses common questions about foreplay and the Church's teachings on it. Covering topics such as the physiological effects of sexual arousal, the necessity of foreplay in intercourse, and the moral guidelines surrounding orgasms for both men and women, this episode provides a comprehensive overview. ___________________________________ Did we mention a book on this week's episode? Click here for our recommended books! R...

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67:46

Is Sexual Passivity Ruining Your Marriage (With Mike...

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2024/12/30

In this episode, Ellen and guest Mike 'Gomer' Gormley discuss the issue of sexual passivity in marriages, specifically through a Catholic lens. They explain what sexual passivity is, how it impacts relationships, and practical ways to combat it. Ellen emphasizes the importance of non-sexual touch and mutual understanding, while Gomer shares insights from his experience in parish ministry and personal anecdotes. They dive into the complexities of male and female perspectives on sex and intimac...

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32:46

How's NFP going? | Ep. 200

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2024/12/23

In this special 200th episode, Ellen and Kathleen delve into their personal experiences with Natural Family Planning (NFP) and their fertility journeys over the past year +. They reflect on the impact of these experiences on their marriages and share heartfelt conversations about the challenges and blessings they've encountered. Tune in for an intimate and honest discussion on faith, family, and marital intimacy.___________________________________ Did we mention a book on this week's episode?...

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29:28

How to Not Get Distracted During Sex | Ep. 199

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2024/12/16

Getting distracted during sex not your only struggle with sex? That's why we created the Catholic Sex Course for Women, check it out here!In this episode, Ellen and Kathleen discuss the common issue of getting distracted during sex. They provide practical tips and strategies for staying present, such as using grounding techniques, involving your senses, and communicating with your spouse. They also emphasize the importance of cultivating a positive mindset towards sex and how sharing this str...

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13:39

How to Actually Want Sex During the Luteal Phase |...

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2024/12/09

Get the Catholic Sex Positions Guide right here!Stop right now and listen to episode 162 of this podcast before you listen to this episode!In this episode, Ellen addresses the common issue of women experiencing low sexual desire during their infertile periods while using Natural Family Planning (NFP). She provides practical tips to help navigate this challenge, starting with the importance of sleep, adequate nutrition, and stress management outlined in episode 162. Ellen suggests techniques s...

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28:53

Porn, Prayer, and NFP: Victoria's Story | Ep. 197

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2024/12/02

Get the Catholic Sex Course for Women right here!In this special episode, Ellen shares the powerful testimony of a woman named Victoria, who experienced profound changes in her marriage and sex life through faith and prayer. Overcoming personal struggles and the challenges posed by her husband's use of pornography, Victoria's story emphasizes the transformative power of God's providence, natural family planning, and intimate connection. This heartfelt narrative demonstrates how persistent dev...

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36:43

We're Too Busy | Ep. 196

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2024/11/25

In this episode, Ellen and Kathleen discuss the impact of busyness on intimate relationships. They highlight how constantly busy schedules can strain the connection with spouses and offer practical strategies to maintain intimacy. Additionally, they share personal experiences and the role of faith in navigating stressful, chaotic periods, emphasizing the significance of prioritizing family and marriage over societal pressures and financial worries.Check out the O Course for Catholic Wom...

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7:49

Do You Have a Habit of Saying No? | Ep. 195

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2024/11/18

In this episode, Ellen discusses the common habit of saying no to sex initiated by a spouse. She shares her personal experience of realizing this habit and challenges listeners to reflect on their reasons for frequently declining intimacy. Ellen encourages evaluating whether these reasons are genuine or simply habitual excuses, urging a more mindful approach to fostering a loving and unifying sexual relationship with their husbands.Get the Catholic Sex Course for Women right here!____________...

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9:40

One (Really Hard) Thing You Can Do Right Now to...

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2024/11/11

Ellen discusses the essential role of forgiveness in maintaining a healthy sexual and marital relationship. She emphasizes that forgiving a spouse, while difficult, is crucial for opening up emotionally and physically within the marriage. Ellen outlines what forgiveness truly means and why it is necessary, dispelling common misconceptions. She also connects unforgiveness with physical tension and reduced sexual pleasure, offering practical steps to forgive through faith in Jesus.Check out the...

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19:46

Tempering Male Sexual Arousal with Kurt Holloway |...

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2024/11/04

Ellen and her husband Kurt discuss strategies to balance arousal differences between partners during foreplay and sex, particularly when a man's arousal curve is faster than a woman's. They stress the importance of mutual responsibility for each other's pleasure within a Catholic marriage, offering practical tips for men to manage their arousal and focus on their wives. Key elements include effective communication, patience, and intentional practice to ensure both partners enjoy a mutually sa...

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18:38

The One Thing That is Guaranteed to Fix Every Marital...

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2024/10/28

In this episode, Ellen discusses the profound impact of the sacraments of the Eucharist and Confession on improving sex life and marital intimacy for Catholic women. Drawing insights from 'The Imitation of Christ,' she highlights the healing and restorative power that these sacraments offer, emphasizing their importance in curing vices, overcoming temptations, and enhancing love and grace in marriage. Ellen encourages regular participation in these sacraments as a way to strengthen marriages,...

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22:03

How to Talk About Sex Everyday with Your Husband |...

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2024/10/21

In this episode, Ellen and Kathleen emphasize the importance of discussing sex daily with your spouse as a way to improve communication and eliminate the negativity often associated with these conversations. They suggest setting aside just five minutes each day to ensure regular, comfortable discussions about sex. Topics include how to initiate conversations, preferences, personal hygiene, foreplay, and addressing past experiences. They provide practical tips and conversation starters to make...

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8:41

Can We Use Sex Toys? | Ep. 190

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2024/10/14

Ellen discusses the moral licitness of using marital aids, commonly known as sex toys, in Catholic marriages. She explains that while replacing sex with such aids is immoral, their use to enhance pleasure and intimacy within the marital act is acceptable. Specific aids like vibrators and penis rings are discussed in detail, emphasizing their role in improving the sexual experience without compromising the moral requirements of intercourse, such as ejaculation inside the woman. Ellen highlight...

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32:27

Men's Sexual Health and Nutrition | Ep. 189

Charting Toward Intimacy ·

2024/10/07

In this episode, Ellen and guest Ginny Noce discuss the critical role of nutrition and lifestyle in enhancing men's sexual health. Ginny, a registered nurse and fertility awareness instructor with a master's degree in nutrition, shares insights on how diet impacts hormone health, libido, and overall well-being. Key topics include the importance of antioxidant-rich foods, managing blood sugar, pairing carbohydrates with proteins, and the benefits of strength training. The conversation also off...

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