204 | Sex was God's Idea: 4 Keys to Healthy Sexuality in Christian Marriages w/Intimacy Coach Mary Whitman

Magic Mind free trial pack:  ⁠https://magicmind.com/JAVAWITHJENTRIAL⁠ - use code JAVAWITHJENTRIAL to get a free pack —————————————————— ABOUT TODAY'S EPISODE: Human sexuality is central to the human journey, and in the context of marriage, it's essential. But it's only a blessing when its healthy. Today my guest, Mary Whitman, fought to heal and discover her way into what HEALTHY sexuality inside of marriage can look like after journeying for years through a marriage and ultimately a divorce with a porn-addicted husband. IN this episode we get really honest about a lot of the questions women have around this topic, and so much more. We discuss: The impact of porn on marriage AND all relationships (its not just the spouse who is affected) The desire to extend a spirit of grace and mercy toward anyone who has been impacted by or involved in porn, or adultery. Healing is the only path forward. The essential roles of trust, respect and emotional safety in a healthy sex life. How a woman is to navigate the ever changing hormones and how this can make her sexuality difficult. (You're not alone!) Real intimacy is work: is it worth the work, and what to do when your spouse isn't willing to do the work. How to talk with your kids about sex. the CRUCIAL role men play in setting an example for their boys and girls with how they respect women Basically, it's the honest conversation you've been looking for. If you find yourself needing help in this area of your life and you'd like to connect with Mary, do so at the links below. ABOUT GUEST: Mary Whitman Ortiz, MA, CLC is passionate about empowering healthy sexuality in marriage. As a Christian sex educator, relationship coach, author, and speaker, she helps couples globally, and is regularly featured on TV as a relationship expert. She also trains ministry leaders and mental health professionals to facilitate sexual healing and wholeness. God brought healing to sexual wounds from her past, so she knows first-hand the joy of restoration and freedom. Mary is happily married to Tim. They love to jet ski and travel. CONNECT with GUEST:⁠www.marywhitmanortiz.com⁠ ⁠[email protected]⁠ —————————————————— • Magic Mind free trial pack:  ⁠⁠https://magicmind.com/JAVAWITHJENTRIAL⁠⁠ - use code JAVAWITHJENTRIAL to get a free pack • Get this 7-Essential Steps to Podcast Creation Checklist for free : subscribepage.io/StartYourPodcastChecklist • Get the deets on Jen's 200th episode Giveaway, happening in mid-July 2024 by joining her email list here: ⁠⁠subscribepage.io/GetUpdates⁠ • LEAVE JEN A RATING ⭐️ & REVIEW: ⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/java-with-jen-hearing-gods-voice-for-everyday-life/id1257356393?mt=2⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH JEN: Thank you for rating, reviewing and sharing the show on social media, this makes such an enormous difference on the reach of this podcast!   Follow and tag me on Instagram @javawithjen or Facebook @javawithjenpodcast , and Share when you’re listening to a show!   I love seeing your posts👏🏼😍!   Also if you’d like to support the show, you can do so: through Spotify or on  Treat Jen to Coffee www.PATREON.COM/JAVAWITHJEN  www.Patreon.com/javawithjen  Venmo: @JavawithJen Cashapp: $JavawithJen