The Naked Marriage with Dave & Ashley Willis

Lasting intimacy is build on more than physical attraction. Dave and Ashley discuss how friendship, health, commitment, and fun can strengthen your connection, protect your marriage from comparison, and help build a marriage that thrives through every season of life.

Listener Question: My spouse vents to friends or family about our problems instead of talking to me first, and it makes me feel disrespected. How should we set boundaries around that?

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Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen years in full-time church ministry before devoting their work entirely toward the global mission of building stronger, Christ-centered marriages. Their marriage-related books, blogs, podcast, speaking events and media resources have reached millions of couples around the world making Dave and Ashley one of the most recognized and trusted couples in marriage ministry.

Dave and Ashley partnered with XO Marriage in 2018. XO Marriage is the nation's largest marriage-focused ministry.

The Willis family includes four sons and a rescue dog named "Chi Chi." When Dave and Ashley aren't writing and speaking, they love hanging out with their family, watching movies and going on long walks which is also where they develop many of their marriage ministry content ideas.

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A healthy marriage requires both deep friendship and a thriving romantic connection — neglecting either one will keep your relationship from truly taking off. Focus on building shared experiences and bringing your lives together to strengthen both wings of your marriage.
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We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com
Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen years in full-time church ministry before devoting their work entirely toward the global mission of building stronger, Christ-centered marriages. Their marriage-related books, blogs, podcast, speaking events and media resources have reached millions of couples around the world making Dave and Ashley one of the most recognized and trusted couples in marriage ministry.
Dave and Ashley partnered with XO Marriage in 2018. XO Marriage is the nation's largest marriage-focused ministry.
The Willis family includes four sons and a rescue dog named "Chi Chi." When Dave and Ashley aren't writing and speaking, they love hanging out with their family, watching movies and going on long walks which is also where they develop many of their marriage ministry content ideas.
Learn more about Dave & Ashley at daveandashley.com
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Sexual aversion can leave couples feeling confused, rejected, and disconnected. Dave and Ashley explore how past trauma, shame, relationship wounds, and unhealthy experiences can shape intimacy, and how couples can rebuild safety, trust, and connection.
Listener Question: There are days I don’t feel in love with my spouse—nothing’s wrong, I just feel disconnected. What does it actually look like to ‘choose love’ in those moments?
9 Days to Great Sex eBook: https://www.daveandashley.com/9-days-...
Download our FREE 31 Day Marriage Devotional: https://bit.ly/3ZxsLZd
Marriage Builders: https://www.marriagebuilders.com/how-to-overcome-sexual-aversion.htm
21 Day Inner Healing Journey by Jimmy Evans: https://store.xomarriage.com/products/21-day-inner-healing-journey
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Submit your questions to Dave & Ashley: http://nakedmarriagepodcast.com
Download our FREE 31 Day Marriage Devotional: https://bit.ly/3ZxsLZd
We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com
Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen years in full-time church ministry before devoting their work entirely toward the global mission of building stronger, Christ-centered marriages. Their marriage-related books, blogs, podcast, speaking events and media resources have reached millions of couples around the world making Dave and Ashley one of the most recognized and trusted couples in marriage ministry.
Dave and Ashley partnered with XO Marriage in 2018. XO Marriage is the nation's largest marriage-focused ministry.
The Willis family includes four sons and a rescue dog named "Chi Chi." When Dave and Ashley aren't writing and speaking, they love hanging out with their family, watching movies and going on long walks which is also where they develop many of their marriage ministry content ideas.
Learn more about Dave & Ashley at daveandashley.com
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If you struggle with sexual aversion in your marriage, you can retrain your mind and body to feel safe and open again through a gentle, step-by-step process. Visit MarriageBuilders.com to access the full article and begin your journey toward experiencing intimacy as the blessing it was designed to be.
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We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com
Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen years in full-time church ministry before devoting their work entirely toward the global mission of building stronger, Christ-centered marriages. Their marriage-related books, blogs, podcast, speaking events and media resources have reached millions of couples around the world making Dave and Ashley one of the most recognized and trusted couples in marriage ministry.
Dave and Ashley partnered with XO Marriage in 2018. XO Marriage is the nation's largest marriage-focused ministry.
The Willis family includes four sons and a rescue dog named "Chi Chi." When Dave and Ashley aren't writing and speaking, they love hanging out with their family, watching movies and going on long walks which is also where they develop many of their marriage ministry content ideas.
Learn more about Dave & Ashley at daveandashley.com
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Many couples struggle with the physical and emotional changes that come with perimenopause and menopause. Dave and Ashley share their personal experiences, helpful resources, and practical strategies for maintaining intimacy and connection during this season.

Listener Question: My spouse broke my trust a while ago—not an affair, but something that still really hurt—and even though I want to move forward, I still feel guarded. What does rebuilding trust actually look like day-to-day?

9 Days to Great Sex eBook: https://www.daveandashley.com/9-days-...

Download our FREE 31 Day Marriage Devotional: https://bit.ly/3ZxsLZd

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Submit your questions to Dave & Ashley: http://nakedmarriagepodcast.com

Download our FREE 31 Day Marriage Devotional: https://bit.ly/3ZxsLZd

We want your marriage to thrive! Learn more at http://xomarriage.com

Dave and Ashley Willis spent thirteen years in full-time church ministry before devoting their work entirely toward the global mission of building stronger, Christ-centered marriages. Their marriage-related books, blogs, podcast, speaking events and media resources have reached millions of couples around the world making Dave and Ashley one of the most recognized and trusted couples in marriage ministry.

Dave and Ashley partnered with XO Marriage in 2018. XO Marriage is the nation's largest marriage-focused ministry.

The Willis family includes four sons and a rescue dog named "Chi Chi." When Dave and Ashley aren't writing and speaking, they love hanging out with their family, watching movies and going on long walks which is also where they develop many of their marriage ministry content ideas.

Learn more about Dave & Ashley at daveandashley.com
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