NAIL. ON. THE. HEAD!! Man! Amanda!!! This is so good! Absolutely a necessary podcast and I love how you come from a biblical point of view!! Sharing with everyone!

Amanda is absolutely incredible. She puts really solid time in preparation for each podcast and keeps it both real and fun. She teaches how to navigate so many of the communication (both verbal and non-verbal) struggles that couples have and she has helped me understand my spouse so much more clearly. If you believe that marriage is the most important relationship you will ever have, this podcast is for you.

I have listened to and benefited from your podcast for a few years and have sent many friends and family here. Todays podcast talked about sleeping nude, ironically I had a temple appointment to do initiatories later that morning. I and many of us here have made covenants with our Heavenly Father promising to live a certain way. Though we do have our agency and can do what we feel is best for us, I feel like that decision was already made for me when I chose to covenant with Him and the last thing I would want to do in my marriage is to separate myself from Him by not wearing my garments as He has asked. Being able to wear the garments is a privilege and a blessing that can bring greater joy to my life and my marriage, as I was reminded of again today. You have an amazing platform but it’s disappointing that it was used to help us find ways to justify not keeping those covenants.

Amanda does a great job with a variety of topics and a balanced healthy view on sexuality. This has been helpful in my marriage leading to good discussions and a happier relationship

I’m a combat veteran with PTSD and other mental health illnesses. Episodes 1-30 helped me with my thinking tremendously. It helps me sort out all the clutter in my head and heart and how to take the next step forward, especially when I don’t know what to or know how to do it. I am realizing much of the marital distress I go through is from habitual toxic thoughts. I have a long ways to go, but there is much helpful information here. I’ve been listening for over 2 years now. Some of the episodes on sex specific topics totally push back on my beliefs. Is truth independent from belief or not? Some of the episodes I try to digest with an open mind, but they feel so foreign to me. The episode on “sex before marriage as a teen and young adult” are difficult ones for me to process, but I am trying - “do what aligns with your integrity” what does that mean? Isn’t that just another way to say, “use your best judge and do what feels right?” I gave 4 stars because I feel like Amanda is a bit “pro divorce,” like hey if it’s not working out, go get a better marriage. I struggle with this concept because life is hard, marriage is hard, sex is tricky, and it takes relentless forgiveness, service, charity, mercy, empathy, sacrifice and other gospel principles to make a marriage work. And there will be ups and downs that can span years. Life is in constant flux, but many of these episodes can help you guide your marriage through it all. In short, many episodes are very helpful, and some episodes totally push back on my beliefs and understandings (maybe not bad, but definitely whoaaa…!), and a few episodes I don’t fully agree with, but I am ok to hear other people’s views on them and at least try to process them.

My wife has listened to this podcast for over a year and would suggest that I listen to it as well; but I resisted for far too long. I have been binging this podcast for about a month now and have learned so much that I wish I had this resource 20 years ago when we were first married. My wife and I have a ways to go in our sexual relationship but I am eternally grateful for the progress we’ve made. There are so many episodes that have helped but one of the first ones I listened to that was especially helpful for me was episode 174 How I Fixed My Sexual Relationship. Thank you so much Amanda for this podcast. We hope join you in one of your retreats.

This podcast is so mind opening and so easy to listen and implement in your life.

I LOVE THIS PODCAST. So helpful for my husband and I as we navigate being newly married. It has helped in all aspects, not just sex.

I lost my wife, truly my best friend, on Valentine’s Day it will be three years. We had an amazing marriage, I was so blessed. The first podcast of yours I listened to was on grief, so amazing and true. I have come to understand what others are going through when they lose a spouse. Thank you for this episode!

I appreciate the open honest and tasteful information offered.

I was born and raise lds, but I no longer call myself Mormon today. I’m finally facing my sexual dysfunction head-on after a decade of painful intercourse. I’ve listened to dozens of podcasts about painful sex, sexual dysfunction, and interviews w/ pelvic floor PT’s, but no podcasts discuss EVERYTHING that’s in play affecting me, ie mindset, trauma, physical conditions, hormones, AND — here’s the kicker — unlearning *Mormon* purity culture. This podcast is so helpful as an Exmo because it addresses my archaic beliefs, ones I don’t identify w/ anymore, I that still affect me today. It makes so much sense to seek guidance for rewiring my old beliefs from someone who already knows the exact beliefs that are ingrained in me. Mormon, Christian, or Exmo, this is a MUST MUST LISTEN if you’re serious about your healing.

Great podcast! Great ideas and great advice!

Understandably focused on women’s perspectives and their needs from men. Discusses freely and frequently how men traumatize and condition women intentionally and unintentionally, but rarely if ever mentions how men are also “traumatized” and “conditioned” by women—intentionally and unintentionally. Additionally, the regular condescending remarks about those who don’t possess certificates of paper saying coach, therapist, or doctor is naive and/or ignorant. Some of the wisest people I know in many facets of life aren’t recognized by formal organizations as “certified.” Some of the worst advice and information have been perpetuated by “certified professionals.” I gave 2 stars because my wife is a fan. My wife’s 5 stars have to count for something.

I do not believe that the episode on public nudity aligns with our LDS Christian values. God had Adam and Eve wear a coat of skins to cover themselves. I believe it was an example to be set for all mankind to follow. Even when other countries are ok with it. The couple repeatedly says the nudity was not sexual, yet they said they went to spice things up, and that they had a lot of bedroom time during their trip. I believe this episode crosses a line. We can change our thinking to make just about any behavior or practice seem ok, but I don’t think we should. Amanda has helped a lot of marriages, has some good advice, but this one went too far.

Thank you for your refreshing views. I just finished listening to episode 237 - Modesty & The For Strength of Youth. I hope that these types of conversations start happening more frequently in the church. I was raised in a shame culture that was based on the established rule mindset of the church. At one point I even left the church due to the extensive rules that seemed unnecessary, but I eventually came back. For most of my adult life, I have had facial hair and still get asked when I will shave to meet the “rules”. I also wear a cross necklace that has deep meaning to me, but also get comments on it being inappropriate. Even in my sex life with my wife we spent many years having the same type of sex because of “rules”. I finally realized the difference between cultural norms and actual doctrine and am much more happy with who I am. We have a better, more honest and accepting marriage. I have also been able to raise my kids to understand the principle of agency and the difference between what is doctrinal and what is mere opinion (although my adult daughters get accused of being feminist by some of their priesthood leaders for having a more open minded view. I just tell them to tell the leaders that they learned it from their feminist father!). Thank you for sharing your ideas.

We were in a typical vanilla marriage (and probably still are by some standards) but I can now talk to my wife about everything without feeling like I am being judged for my sexuality. We do feel very fortunate that we are able to orgasm with penetration and together a vast majority of the time (I have since learned we are in the minority on this), but it was getting very mundane and the spark was slowly fading. But now things have changed. I don’t linger at work because I want to get home to just be near her. I have completely changed the why behind what I do for her. My anxiety around sex is slowly fading and we are free to explore our bodies in ways we have never done. The shame I have felt around my sexuality from the time I was a youth is gone and I can talk to my wife and be fully known by her. I have had family on her podcast that have been clients for hers for about a year. She literally saved their marriage and I guess they were keeping Amanda to themselves. Can’t thank Amanda as well and Dan Purcell enough.

I don’t even know where to start - I have so much running through my head. The subject or even saying the word Sex was not one I grew up talking about. It carried over into my adult life, but after 25 years of marriage my views are changing. Thank you Amanda. I am learning to love myself, find beauty in my not so perfect body, and find confidence in who I am. I am grateful for a new way of thinking. For the conversations I have been able to have with my daughter and hopefully my sons some day. Two words keep standing out- CONFIDENCE and APPROPRIATE. Can I wear or do this with confidence and is it appropriate for the activity? I still have a long ways to go, but thank you for the beginning of a journey.

My husband and I have been listening for about a month we love how short and simple the podcasts are while also being powerful and life changing in a positive way. We are both returned mission, have been married for about 8 years and have an amazing relationship. The area we struggle with most is sex. We have listened to Jennifer Finlayson-Fife for about a year and have learned a lot. We like Amanda better because the podcasts are much shorter and get straight to the point.

A friend of mine sent me a particular episode, knowing some struggles that I was dealing with with my child. After listening to that one episode I started from the beginning listening to this podcast from the very beginning. I have found excellent ways to try to connect with my child and the struggles that she is going through. Along with finding new ways to connect with my wife and understand her. And especially some really good insight into how I can improve myself. My wife and I are going through these episodes together and talking about what we have learned, and setting goals that elevate and make us both better people. I especially love the first podcasts. I know that a lot of this information is geared towards females or wives, however, I have taken many lessons from here that apply and I can use in my own life to be a better person. I have encouraged my wife to take to heart the messages in episode 2. To be a confident, strong women. She knows she is awesome, not because I tell her, but she knows for herself and views herself in that way. Thank you! Great content!

Amanda is incredible. I’ve been dealing with a lot of resentment and other negative feelings in my marriage and my role as stepmom to my 4 stepdaughters. Amanda has helped me really take a look at my thoughts and realize they are what cause my negative feelings. Simply focusing on gratitude has made a huge difference already. I only recently discovered this podcast, but I’ve already listened to all of the episodes and signed up to work with Amanda. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience to help others!

There is such a need for this podcast in the Christian world. Amanda does such a wonderful job addressing common issues in intimacy. I can tell she puts a lot of time and effort into researching and coaching. Although I don’t struggle with everything she talks about, I have learned so much. She has a podcast for everything! I will forever listen to Amanda as long as she’s doing this podcast.

I love this podcast! I have learned SO much and appreciate Amanda’s candor in talking about things we sometimes blush about. Her ease with the topics make it so easy to listen and open up to. I have taken things I have learned and brought them to the bedroom. My husband thanks you too!! Amazing work you are doing. I am a fan.

I found Amanda’s podcast when I was struggling in my marriage and contemplating divorce. I originally started listen from the very beginning and her divorce story helped me. Sadly I did also get divorced but as I have continued to listen to what she shares I have been filled with more hope for what kind of marriage I can have when I get married again! And more importantly how I can create a better sex life than the one I had before!

Absolutely amazing keep up the good work

Amanda’s podcast and courses have brought new insights and enjoyment to our 44 year old marriage!

Amanda puts into words everything I’ve been feeling!

This podcast is soooooo good. My wife and I have been working hard on our marriage and intimacy and listening to this podcast together has been incredibly helpful in creating a better dialogue on these topics. Amanda does such a good job articulating the many hang ups and obstacles we’ve had and experienced.. and then also house better to navigate through them or at least how to communicate better around them. So many light bulb moments that have been both thought provoking as well as so validating! Our sex life has never been better!! Thank you Amanda!!!

Are you a husband who is in love with his wife but you sometimes wonder what goes on in her mind? This podcast will be a resource for you. Don’t be dissuaded because it is meant for women. Amanda speaks to women in her podcast but she knows she has a strong following of male listeners. Her podcast gives men a window into women’s reasoning, emotions, and judgement. Scroll through her library and I guarantee you will find a episode to improve your marriage.

I have gone through and listened to 10 or more episodes a week so I could hear them all. I am grateful for your wisdom. I no longer feel guilty about having some fun in my sex life and being a little daring. Been married 32 years and I finally enjoy everything with my husband without any guilt. Just enjoy!!!

I found this podcast last weekend and have listened to just about every episode. I have listened to nearly every episode since I travel for work. I am a man, so it is not geared towards me, but I have learned so much about myself and especially my wife. I hope to be able to create a safe space for her to have these conversations as we don’t have that yet.

This is not pop-psychology. This is good, sound, healthy therapeutic help. Even if you are not religious, this podcast is for you! The principles taught here are researched-based and will give you the tools to help yourself! Cannot recommend enough!

I just found this podcast today and have listened to 8 that the titles stuck out to me. I can’t wait to hear them all. I am so glad to find podcast like this that take on hard subjects and bring love and understanding to misconceptions and culture in our beliefs.

I am so glad I found this podcast. I feel like so much of who I am and my identity as a woman was wrapped up in this culture of who I’ve been told I should be and the things I should care about and think are important—What’s right and what is good. I have become more aware of what I want and who I am as a woman and as a sexual partner. And that it’s ok to figure out that part of my life and myself. Thank you Amanda for helping me discover that part of myself and understand how important pleasure is in a marriage and for myself.

I’m so happy my friend recommended this podcast to me. I didn’t realize that so much of my behavior was subconscious “good girl” behavior, that women are sexual, and that sexual pleasure was intended for us as part of our creation. I’m learning so much and it’s really allowing me to open up to my husband and have really good conversations. We’re discovering each other again! Sad I wasted so many years but it’s never too late!

My sister told me about Amanda’s podcast because she had purchased the engagement course for her son and daughter in law. They highly recommend it and I have almost listened to them all now when I go walking. Some I just nod my head and say I wish I had know this 25 years ago

I have been listening to Amanda’s podcast for a little while. I love how she approaches so many different aspects of healthy sexuality. Her advice and knowledge has helped me so much in all aspects of my life.

I found Amanda’s podcast 2 weeks ago and am halfway through all of them. I have found so much good information to help strengthen my marriage and have recommended it to so many friends already. I love sending episodes to my husband that I find especially informative and we have had so many good conversations. I told him today this is one podcast I can listen to over and over that will not get old and boring to me. 10/10!!

I have listened to most of Amanda’s podcasts more than once! AND I had a 30 minute FREE consultation with her last week in reference to coaching (I signed up on her website). She is genuine, intelligent, and knows her stuff! I highly recommend her podcasts and coaching services! Thank you Amanda for all that you do to encourage true intimacy and better marriages! ❤️

Amanda’s podcasts have completely changed me and my husband individually and our marriage together. There is such good content in every episode! I love the way she discusses sex and intimacy in a matter of fact way, but it isn’t vulgar or raunchy. I appreciate her bold stance on topics but she encourages seeking for answers that are right for each couple. 1/0/10 recommend whether you’re engaged, newlywed, been married for 50 years or somewhere in between. With kids, without kids, this podcast is for anyone who is looking to improve themselves and their sexual relationship. I love Amanda and her insights!

Amanda ... I found podcast today and I have listened for the last 5 hours. You are definitely #1 on my list

Thank you for your blunt, raw and provocative podcasts! I’ve always enjoyed sex with my husband, but the different episodes and topics opened my mind and body to exploring so much more. I’m finally opening up, relaxing, understanding my hang ups, understanding how my husband thinks/works and truly living and loving my husband even more

I first started listening by myself (male). I found it to be helpful and knew my wife would too. Rather than listening and suggesting an episode here and there, we now listen together. We often pause it to discuss, compliment, apologize, or recollect. We enjoy your insight and look forward to spending the time together listening and talking.

I wouldn’t say I struggle with sex in my marriage but wanted to be more knowledgeable. WOW! I have learned so much after binge listening to several episodes while doing chores. I want to share this podcast with the world! It could be life changing to so many! Thank you, Amanda for sharing your knowledge with the world!

My daughter just completed the marriage course and what a relief I don’t have to teach something I am so unqualified teach. Amanda is true educator with with clear fun information that will be a huge impact on the community. I feel bad she was not around 25 years ago when I was just starting to figure things out.

The things Amanda teaches have been so life changing! I always thought our sex life was fine but WOW. It’s amazing what just a few mindset tweaks can do! I used to think it was my husband’s job to make sure I had a good time in bed. But how much more empowering and fun and pleasurable it is now that I took control.

Thank you for opening up conversations about things like sex for Christian women!! I appreciate your candidness and focus on biblical teaching when it comes to this topic. I love listening to your podcast!

This is my new favorite podcast! I love how Amanda talks about anything and everything and I appreciate her candor. She’s helped me to normalize sexual things that I used to think were “dirty” or taboo, which has really helped my sex life and my self image. I feel like she is just what every Christian women needs!

I got engaged at the beginning of March and my dad recommended Amanda’s podcast and engaged couples course to me. Not only did it help me feel confident in myself and my sexuality, but it has completely reformed my way of thinking about sex. I went from being terrified and self conscious, to excited and ready to start this journey with my fiancé when we get married in August. We both listen to the podcast and have had open and honest conversations about our expectations once we are married. Thank you Amanda! You have changed my life.

For the first 18 years of my marriage, sex was the biggest (really, the ONLY) source of contention for us. I found Amanda's podcast after I had some huge breakthroughs about my sexuality. I relate to so much of what she says and I feel like she really gets me! I love listening to her new episodes every week as well as going back and listening to her past ones. It has helped me along my journey to an amazing, intimate relationship with my husband. Thank you, Amanda!

I absolutely love this podcast. I stumbled upon it on accident and started listening a couple weeks before I got married. I definitely did not have a lot of knowledge about sexual intercourse and so this podcast was really enlightening. Now three months into marriage, my husband and I listen to it together and we use a lot of Amanda’s tips in our communication with each other, as well as intimacy. We love it!