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Creating Intimacy and Friendship in a Two-Career Household
In this episode, Dr. Finlayson-Fife and Monica Tanner of the "On The Brighter Side" podcast talk about entrepreneurism and its impact on relationships. Jennifer and Monica discuss.. -Why it can be difficult to ask for support from a spouse when you have a meaningful ambition. -The challenges that entrepreneurs often confront in their intimate relationships, given the sacrifices and emotional demands of a creative endeavor. -How to maintain your sense of self in the midst of entrepreneurial demands along with the responsibilities of marriage, and parenting, and work. -How to address resentment that emerge in marriage productively.
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When You Feel Like You’re Trying More Than Your Spouse
In this conversation with Tony Overbay of the Virtual Couch podcast, Dr. Finlayson-Fife talks about living with a narcissistic spouse AND the frustrating pursuer-distancer dynamic common to many couples. Here are some of the specific things Dr. Finlayson-Fife addresses.... -How to function in a relationship when your spouse has narcissistic traits or tendencies. -Where you are vulnerable when living with or loving someone who won't self-confront or change. -How to make sense of and address the experience of feeling more invested than your spouse. -How to grow in your capacity for an open hearted relationship if you tend to stay arm's length. -Understanding attachment or relational styles (such as being “clingy”, or “walled off” in relationship) and how to grow into a more self-sustaining and relational position.
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Developing Spiritual Maturity
Jody Moore of the Better Than Happy Podcast interviews Dr. Finlayson-Fife on the topic of Spiritual Maturity. They discuss.. -The importance of spiritual maturity and how to achieve it. -How to live life more honestly and in line with your integrity. -The process of approaching obedience with wisdom. -The true meaning of modesty and how to teach it wisely. -How perfectionism is a counterfeit virtue, and what real goodness looks like. -What the fruits of spiritual maturity are.
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LDS Female Sexuality - Part 3
Jennifer discusses the questions and findings of her research, looking at LDS women and the impact of a patriarchal religious structure on their peace with sexuality and sense of sexual agency. The third and final part of this conversation covers the following topics... -How to stand up for better in a sexless marriage -How to foster desire in marriage -Masturbation in marriage -Erotica and pornography
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LDS Female Sexuality - Part 2
This 3-part interview was Jennifer's first-EVER (and one of her most-listened-to) podcasts! Jennifer discusses the questions and findings of her research, looking at LDS women and the impact of a patriarchal religious structure on their peace with sexuality and sense of sexual agency.
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LDS Female Sexuality - Part 1
In this 2012 interview, Dr. Finlayson-Fife is interviewed by Natasha Helfer of the Mormon Mental Health podcast to discuss her dissertation research on LDS women and sexuality.
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Overcoming Unwanted Pornography Use
This podcast episode is for... -Those personally struggling with unwanted pornography use. -The spouse of someone who views pornography. -Anyone seeking to better understand and protect against unhealthy sexual behavior patterns.
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How to Own Your Desires & The Art of Intimacy
In her conversation with Felica Allen of "Find The Magic Podcast", Dr. Finlayson-Fife addresses -How women can find authentic pleasure in sexuality. -How to forge meaningful happiness. -How to take deeper responsibility for your life
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Sex Advice For Women
In this interview Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins @courtneyspatrouve of the The Spa Trouve Podcast to talk about... Developing comfort with one's own sexuality. The importance of communicating honestly with a partner. What to do about painful of uncomfortable sex. And how to increase one's desire for sex.
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Chastity, Consent, and Other Sexy Things
Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Find Your Person Podcast to discuss the topic of singles, relationships, and sexuality! She address... -What healthy boundaries during dating look like. -The importance of sexual attraction in dating and marriage choice. -How to "course correct" while dating and recommit to shared goals. -Differences and similarities between male and female sexuality. -How to foster healthy sexuality in a dating relationship while staying true to ideals such as the law of chastity.
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Why The Struggle Is Worth It
Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Kami Banks of the Beyond Your Comfort Zone Podcast to discuss... How and why to invest in yourself The importance of differentiation and independence in being happy How to self-validate and gain greater confidence in who you are Learning from challenges
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How to Improve Your Relationships By Improving Yourself
In this podcast Dr. Finlayson-Fife joins Sarah Bauer of the Art of Play to discuss ✔️What your feelings of resentment are trying to tell you ✔️How to foster greater self-respect ✔️How self-development will positively benefit all your relationships ✔️How to tap into your own desires
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