What if true intimacy in marriage isn’t about saying yes—but about having the freedom to choose?

In this honest and eye-opening episode of Marriage IQ, we sit down with relationship coach Amanda Louder to explore what consent, emotional safety, and self-awareness really look like in long-term, faith-based marriages. Amanda specializes in helping religious couples navigate sexual disconnect, and she brings wisdom, warmth, and practical tools to a conversation that’s too often avoided.

We dive into:

✅ Why consent still matters—even in marriage

✅ How to move from accommodation to agency in the bedroom

✅ The role of body awareness and curiosity in building desire

✅ What to do when your partner resists your growth

✅ How to express “no” with love—and keep connection alive

✅ Why desire is something we create, not just wait for

Amanda also shares how to overcome sexual inhibitions, communicate through conflict, and build a marriage where both partners feel safe, seen, and wanted.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in old roles, disconnected from your own desire, or unsure how to talk about sex in your marriage—this episode is for you. It’s vulnerable, empowering, and full of hope.

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What if sexual agency isn’t just about saying “yes” or “no”—but about knowing yourself deeply enough to choose with intention? And what does healthy sexuality really look like in marriage—especially when you're navigating faith, family expectations, and years of silence around sex?

In this eye-opening episode of Marriage IQ, we’re joined by certified sex and marriage coach Amanda Louder to unpack what it means to create a sexual relationship that aligns with your values and brings real joy. Whether you grew up in a conservative home or just never had the words to talk about sex, this conversation will give you the clarity and tools you’ve been looking for.

We explore:

✅ Why self-awareness, agency, and alignment are the foundation of healthy sexual identity

✅ How to navigate cultural and religious messages around sex

✅ The Six Pillars of Sexual Health (including why consent still matters in marriage)

✅ How to develop confident, connection-building language around intimacy

✅ Why broadening your definition of sex can deepen emotional and physical connection

This episode is a gentle but powerful invitation to rethink old narratives, reclaim your voice, and build intimacy that’s honest, mutual, and deeply satisfying.

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This is Part 2 of our two-part series on mastering intimacy by slowing down in the bedroom. Most men rush through love making—yet most women need time to truly feel desire. The result? Frustration, disconnect, and missed opportunities for deeper intimacy.

In this episode of Marriage IQ, we take a deeper dive into the Sloth Strategy—a powerful approach that helps men create more satisfying, connected, and passionate experiences for their partners.

You’ll learn:

✅ Why female arousal works differently—and how to honor her unique rhythm

✅ The science of mental engagement and its role in her pleasure

✅ Practical tools to upgrade intimacy, including sensate touch, mindful gaze, and foreplay mastery

✅ How to overcome common orgasm barriers through communication, confidence, and patience

Plus, take our Masculine Intimacy IQ Test to see if you’re the lover your wife deserves—or if it’s time to channel your inner sloth.

Slow down. Tune in. Create the connection you both crave.

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