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Doing It Together: Making Sense of Low Libido, Sex, and Intimacy in Marriage.

Janna Denton-Howes: Marriage Coach | Sex Educator | Low Libido Expert

Doing It Together is about empowering women and men to heal from cultural messages so that they can discover true pleasure and connection in their sexual relationship and marriage. This podcast addresses the common dynamic in a heterosexual relationship in which the wife doesn’t want and enjoy sex and the husband does.Too often, the focus is placed on labels like “low libido” and “low sex drive” without addressing the root issues including physical and emotional safety, shame, porn use,

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00:59:25

Am I Addicted? Signs of Sex & Porn Addiction and How...

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2024/10/15

Janna is joined by licensed professional counselor Dr. Jake Porter to explore the complex dynamics of shame and secrecy surrounding pornography and sex addiction in relationships. They discuss the role of denial and defense mechanisms while emphasizing the value of the therapeutic disclosure process. Listeners will receive advice on where to seek help and how to navigate the healing journey.Dr. Porter shares insights on the importance of being honest with your partner and the potential damage caused

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00:59:52

Understanding the Overfunctioning Woman in Love with...

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2024/10/08

Janna has an eye-opening conversation with Dr. Ashley Southard, a licensed marriage and family therapist of 22 years, about her work helping overfunctioning women in love with underfunctioning partners.They discuss what this dynamic looks like for both women and men, why women tend to take on the emotional labour for both partners, and what women can do to self-restore inside or outside of the relationship. Find all of Dr. Ashley's resources here: http://drashleysouthard.com/resourcesThe next round

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00:56:25

Real Couples Share How Doing It Together Changed...

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2024/10/01

We are re-airing this episode in which Janna gathers with real couples who have completed the Doing It Together program and asks, “In what beneficial ways has the program impacted your life or marriage that you didn't expect?”. You'll hear from both men and women on what they learned and how they are applying this new knowledge to strengthen themselves, their marriages, and their intimate relationship with one another. This recording is from the last round before the name change, so that is why

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00:23:05

Answering the Top FAQs About Doing It Together | Ep. 114

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2024/09/24

Janna answers the most common questions she's asked by both men and women about her Doing It Together program. If you're considering joining the next round, this is a great short episode to listen to.To hear the wrap-up call with husbands and wives from last round, listen to Ep. 62.Registration for the next round of Doing It Together is open until Oct. 1.The 8-week program runs Oct. 2 - Nov. 30, 2024. Learn about Doing It Together program details, schedules, testimonials, and Q&A. Visit

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00:45:37

Meet the Doing It Together Team! - with Janna,...

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2024/09/17

With the next round of Doing It Together approaching, we’re excited to introduce Janna’s team and share their personal stories and insights. Melissa and Justin, both alumni of the program, discuss their experiences of taking the program, what participants can expect from the 8-week course, and their dedication to changing the narrative around low libido in women and the realities of sex in marriage.Melissa and Justin share how Janna’s approach to sex and intimacy has profoundly impacted their lives

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00:49:57

Turning Sexual Pain into a Thriving and Joyful...

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2024/09/10

Sandra shares her incredible journey of transforming painful sexual experiences into a space of safety and pleasure. She recalls how, in the early days of her marriage, she and her husband were deeply connected and satisfied with their intimate life. However, after the traumatic birth of her fifth child, Sandra suffered a severe pelvic injury that left her in constant pain and made traditional intercourse nearly impossible. This created a fear of sex and a sense of rejection for her husband.But

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00:54:48

How Men Can Rethink Their Roles To Support Gender...

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2024/09/03

Janna chats with Michael Kaufman, the author of The Time Has Come: Why Men Must Join the Gender Equality Revolution. Michael, a renowned advisor, activist, and keynote speaker, shares his insights on how traditional male roles in the bedroom and beyond often don’t benefit women. They dive into why it's crucial for men to confront their own privilege and engage in open dialogues about gender equality.Michael also discusses the rapid shifts in societal roles for both men and women. By listening to

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00:42:21

Navigating Sex and Sobriety After Overcoming Alcohol...

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2024/08/27

Janna speaks with Ericka about the use of alcohol and how it can become a crutch in intimate situations. Ericka started drinking in high school, initially finding that alcohol eased her anxiety and helped her feel more relaxed before sexual encounters. However, this pattern led to risky situations and a troubling reliance on alcohol to numb out her fears and concerns about sexual performance. The result was a disconnection from her true feelings and intuition.Now four years sober, Ericka has created

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00:56:01

REAIR: Sex, God & the Conservative Church author Dr....

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2024/08/20

We are rebroadcasting one of Janna's favorite episodes: her fascinating conversation with Dr. Tina Schermer Seller, a licensed therapist who specializes in sex and gender issues. Dr. Schermer Seller is the author of one of Janna's favorite and most recommended books, Sex, God, & the Conservative Church – Erasing Shame from Sexual Intimacy.In this episode, Dr. Schermer Seller discusses her research on the Christian conservative church and the rise of abstinence-only education and purity culture

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00:54:32

REAIR: How to Trust Your Partner Again After Cheating...

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2024/08/13

We are rebroadcasting our very popular episode with betrayal trauma expert Michelle Mays. Partner betrayal is SO complex compared to other forms of trauma. The lying, manipulation, scapegoating and gaslighting create a cycle of shame of wanting to simultaneously connect and disconnect from a cheating partner.Michelle shares her own betrayal story and outlines the rationalization, minimization and justification used by cheating partners to make their behaviour ok. She also speaks to the vital

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00:51:47

REAIR: Understanding Pain During Sexual Intercourse -...

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2024/08/06

We're re-airing one of our most popular episodes (Ep. 27) with Mandy Röscher, a Pelvic Health Physiotherapist based in Brisbane, Australia who specializes in chronic pelvic pain conditions.Painful experiences in the bedroom are unfortunately extremely common for women. Mandy share her extensive knowledge and training with us to shed some light on this rarely-discussed issue.We tackle the common myths about pelvic pain, explaining how these misconceptions can make the experience even worse for those

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00:50:22

How to Reverse Pelvic Organ Prolapse Naturally - with...

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2024/07/30

For 24 years, Jennie Delreeve has been a beacon of hope for women overcoming trauma and reversing pelvic organ prolapse naturally, helping them reclaim their active lifestyles. Jennie’s journey began with her own experience of prolapse, which plunged her into a cycle of shame and fear. She soon discovered that the mental tension she carried was significantly contributing to her condition. This realization led her to understand the necessity of healing both mind and body to achieve optimal

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00:40:03

How to Break Free from Autopilot Sex - with Stacey |...

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2024/07/23

Stacey, a 42-year-old physical therapist, described her sex life as feeling like she was on autopilot. Her experiences were neither particularly good nor bad but rather monotonous and formulaic. She sensed there was something more to discover. To her shock and surprise, she had no idea how much she had to learn until she met Janna.Stacey shares what it was like to truly understand the intricate workings of her own body for the first time in her forties. She also reveals how developing a curiosity

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00:56:26

Answering Your Most Commonly Asked Questions - with...

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2024/07/16

In this special episode, Janna reunites with Justin and Sandra, a couple who have each appeared on the podcast separately before (Justin in Episode 82 and Sandra in Episode 74). Together, they tackle some of the most frequently asked questions from Janna’s community, such as:How do you cultivate emotional safety and connection in your relationship?How do you bring up and phrase issues that have hurt you?How do you navigate defensiveness?Is it realistic for men to be satisfied with a sex life that

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01:02:10

Why Having Kids Complicates Your Sex Life and What to...

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2024/07/09

Amanda, 35, has always enjoyed sex. She explored with confidence from an early age and used the term "great sex" to describe her intimate life with her husband. But everything changed when they had kids. As a mother of four, Amanda found that sex transformed from fun and fulfilling into a vicious cycle of guilt, pressure, rejection, and shame.With Janna's help, Amanda and her husband rediscovered a mutually enjoyable experience. Listen as Amanda shares the lessons she learned, transforming their

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00:49:08

Why Don't I Enjoy Sex with My Soul Mate? - with...

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2024/07/02

Celeste truly felt like she found her soul mate when she married her husband. She loved him deeply and could be her authentic self in their marriage...except during sex. She couldn’t understand how she could love someone so much yet dislike the sexual experience so intensely. She could never find the right words to express her feelings and would often cry after sex because she felt confused, frustrated, and broken.Raised in a culture that discouraged asking for help, it took her years to finally

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00:51:25

The Power of Asking “What Do I Need?” - with Heather...

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2024/06/25

At 51, Heather is finally discovering what truly brings her pleasure in sexual experiences by asking herself, “What do I need?” Although she was once a curious and precocious sexual being, her desire diminished during marriage when sex became an expectation and duty. The traditional formula of what sex should be didn't work for her and depleted her natural libido, but she couldn’t articulate why.It wasn't until she and her husband participated in the Doing It Together program that she realized she

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00:09:35

Reasons Why the Name of My Program is Changing | Ep. 100

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2024/06/18

It's our 100th episode! To celebrate, I'm announcing a big change: a name change. As I've evolved over the years and learned from the couples I've served, so has my program. After adding an entire men's coaching and education program to Wanting It More, I realized the name needed to reflect a broader perspective. I was no longer exclusively speaking to women with low libido; I was teaching couples to work together to achieve fulfilling sex lives in their marriages.So, as of today, the Wanting It

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01:03:03

Breaking Free from the "Good Girl" to "Good Wife"...

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2024/06/11

Crystal is a self-defined good girl. Since childhood, she was expected to, and praised for, doing as she was told and not rocking the boat. While this behavior was effective in her formative years, her passive nature had consequences on multiple levels in her 25-year marriage, including in the bedroom.Crystal shares her struggle with speaking up for herself or asking for help, and how her lack of assertiveness resulted in years of emotional and physical suffering. She sought help for her low sexual

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00:35:57

Understanding the Pitfalls of Transactional Intimacy...

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2024/06/04

Tyler and his wife struggled with intimacy throughout their 11 years of marriage. After meeting at 16 and waiting until marriage four years later, they both expected that the sexual experience would bring joy and fun to their lives, but it did not. His wife was plagued by pain, and after having two children, the exhaustion and stress of their lives dimmed all expressions of genuine connection and intimacy.Tyler thought that doing more around the house would help, but this only turned the experience

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