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IN THIS EPISODE: As the last round of Doing It Together came to a close, Janna and her team hosted one final Zoom call with all the couples. It wasn’t just a goodbye; it was a celebration of the journey they had taken together. At one point, Janna posed a simple but powerful question: “What’s […]

164. Couples Share Their Unexpected Doing It Together Wins

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IN THIS EPISODE: The doors to Doing It Together are open for the Oct/Nov round! In this episode, Janna goes over the program details, what couples can expect to learn, and how you can decide if Doing It Together is the right fit for your marriage. REFERENCES: Doing It Together Wanting It More Foundations FREE […]

163. How to Decide if Doing It Together is the Right Next Step

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IN THIS EPISODE: In Part 2 of Reese’s episode, he opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of trying for children, including multiple rounds of IVF, and the strain it placed on intimacy in his marriage. Disconnected from his feelings, he carried a lot of anger and tension, making everything feel heavy and difficult. After reaching […]

162. IVF, Intimacy, and the Breaking Point That Changed Everything – with Reese (Part 2)

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IN THIS EPISODE: Reese learned at a young age that secrets stay safe behind locked doors. When he discovered adult images online, what started as curiosity quickly turned into a regular habit—and soon, a strong screen addiction took hold. Over time, the influence of these images began shaping how he viewed relationships with women. He […]

161. Secrets, Screens, and the Struggle for Real Connection – with Reese (Part 1)

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IN THIS EPISODE: In Part 2 of David’s story, he opens up about the early days of his marriage and the life event that triggered a sharp decline in their sex life. He remembers feeling lonely but not fully understanding why. Although he and his wife had many conversations about what she was experiencing, her […]

160. The Wake-Up Call That Changed His Marriage – with David (Part 2)

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IN THIS EPISODE: David, a Mexican American, grew up navigating the influence of two cultures—his Hispanic, Catholic upbringing and the American, white culture around him. He describes his Hispanic roots as warm, physical, and affectionate, yet completely silent when it came to conversations about sex. While his parents assured him he could talk to them […]

159. How a Psychotherapist Came to Understand His Own Intimacy Struggles – with David

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IN THIS EPISODE: When Natalie met her husband, they clicked instantly. After marriage, their sex life was good at first, but over time her desire began to fade. Things worsened after having kids—she describes her husband’s advances as “feeling like another need to fill.” He urged her to “fix” her low libido, but deep down, […]

158. Why Safety Matters More Than Libido – with Natalie

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IN THIS EPISODE: In Part 2 of John’s story, he shares how he met his wife online and how quickly their relationship progressed. They moved in together almost immediately, and he describes their sex life early on as “frequent, enjoyable, and exciting.” But over time, the honeymoon phase faded. Their sexual connection began to feel […]

157. The Real Reason Sex Started to Feel Off – with John (Part 2)

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IN THIS EPISODE: As a teenager, John felt uneasy about the new sensations of arousal in his changing body. He wasn’t sure how to handle them, which led to persistent discomfort, performance anxiety, and awkward early attempts at intimacy with girls. During his university years, John moved past some of his self-doubt—but his behavior in […]

156. Exploring the Backlash of Performance Anxiety – with John (Part 1)

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IN THIS EPISODE: When Andrea met her husband, they shared an instant connection. She describes their early intimacy as “fun, easy, and pressure-free.” But after they got married, things began to shift. Sex became complicated, and Andrea started to wonder if something was wrong with her. She found herself checking the calendar, counting the days, […]

155. Healing The Secret Strain in a Picture-Perfect Marriage – with Andrea (Part 2)