Alleviating Male Performance Issues Related to NFP | Ep. 187
Episode 187 of the Reclaiming Catholic Intimacy podcast, hosted by Ellen Holloway, titled "Alleviating Male Performance Issues Related to NFP | Ep. 187" was published on September 16, 2024 and runs 14 minutes.
September 16, 2024 ·14m · Reclaiming Catholic Intimacy
Summary
In this episode, Ellen addresses a listener's question about male sexual dysfunction, particularly erectile dysfunction and inability to finish, related to performance anxiety and natural family planning (NFP). She offers insights from a Catholic perspective on alleviating mental pressure, increasing intimacy frequency, and open communication between spouses. Ellen also discusses the importance of reframing thoughts around sex to reduce anxiety and highlights the significance of maintaining i...
Episode Description
In this episode, Ellen addresses a listener's question about male sexual dysfunction, particularly erectile dysfunction and inability to finish, related to performance anxiety and natural family planning (NFP). She offers insights from a Catholic perspective on alleviating mental pressure, increasing intimacy frequency, and open communication between spouses. Ellen also discusses the importance of reframing thoughts around sex to reduce anxiety and highlights the significance of maintaining interest and support to help alleviate shame. The episode concludes with suggestions on bringing these issues to prayer and seeking God's grace in these challenges.
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