Charting Toward Intimacy

Apr 07 2025 222 ep. 28 mins 54
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Looking for answers to the questions you don't want to Google? Not sure where to get help when your sexual life is on the rocks and everything the secular culture has to offer is only making things worse? Welcome to Charting Toward Intimacy where you learn to actually enjoy and desire good, holy sex with your spouse. 

Hosted by Ellen Holloway, Catholic Sex and Intimacy Coach.

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How Do I Find Time For Sex? | Ep. 215

Apr 07 2025 14 mins  
Check out our courses and guides at Vinesinfullbloom.com/courses In this episode Ellen addresses the common concern of finding time for sex in the midst of busy modern lives filled with jobs, kids, and various commitments. Ellen emphasizes that we find time for what we prioritize, comparing the scheduling of sex to the commitment of attending Mass. She encourages listeners to evalu

How Do I Figure Out What I Want? | Ep. 214

Mar 31 2025 30 mins  
Need help with how to actually say what you want to your husband? Get Let's Talk About "It"! This episode addresses the common struggle of figuring out personal sexual desires within a marriage, particularly from a Catholic perspective. The hosts discuss the importance of communicating needs, such as specific types of foreplay, to one's spouse while maintaining boundaries. The conv

Feeling Distracted? Try Storytelling | Ep. 213

Mar 24 2025 7 mins  
Need help getting in the mood for sex. Your answer is the getting in the mood guide, right here Ellen discusses the challenge of staying present during sex and introduces the concept of storytelling as a helpful technique. She clarifies the difference between storytelling and role-playing, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the dignity of the act in accordance with Catholic

It's Actually Not Okay to Read Romance Novels and Watch Bridgerton | Ep. 212

Mar 17 2025 30 mins  
Check out the Getting in the Mood Guide Here! In this episode, Ellen and Kathleen discuss the appropriateness of Catholic women consuming romance novels and PG-13/R-rated media like Bridgerton and Game of Thrones. They explore the potential negative impact such content can have on brain chemistry, intimacy, and marital relationships. The hosts offer practical advice on recognizing

That's a Really Hard Sell | Ep. 211

Mar 10 2025 14 mins  
Get the FREE Foreplay Foundations Course right here! In this episode, Ellen discusses the challenges of communicating and embracing the Church's teachings on Natural Family Planning (NFP) and marital intimacy. She reflects on a personal conversation with a family member who acknowledged that NFP is a 'hard sell.' Ellen delves into the difficulties of living out these teachings, the

Fight for Connection | Ep. 210

Mar 03 2025 29 mins  
Transform your sex life with 7 essential conversations - Get Let's Talk About "It" In this episode Ellen and Kathleen discuss the ease with which marriages can become disconnected and offer strategies to counteract this. They emphasize the importance of intentional habits and routines in fostering connection, particularly in the context of marriage and intimacy. The conversation al

What if I Just Don't Really Like Sex? | Ep. 209

Feb 24 2025 16 mins  
Get the FREE Foreplay Foundations Course Here! Ellen addresses common questions and concerns about sexual desire within marriage. She discusses the significance of sex as a renewal of wedding vows and as a way to image the Trinity, emphasizing the importance of intentionality and respect toward the sexual union in marriage. Ellen explores how apathy towards sex can harm relationshi

Lovemaking with Monica and Renzo Ortega | Ep. 208

Feb 17 2025 28 mins  
Get Lovemaking at Ave Maria Press! Use code Ellen10 to get 10% off! In this episode, we welcome Monica and Renzo Ortega to discuss their new book titled 'Lovemaking.' Drawing from personal experiences and mentorship to young couples, they emphasize the importance of communication and real conversations in marriage. They also read an excerpt from their book and elaborate on how it a

Who Told You That Sex Should Be Effortless? | Ep. 207

Feb 10 2025 41 mins  
Transform your sex life with 7 essential conversations - Get Let's Talk About "It" Ellen and Kathleen tackle the common misconceptions about sex and intimacy within marriage, particularly the idea that sex should be effortless. ___________________________________ Did we mention a book on this week's episode? Click here for our recommended books! Reach out at instagram.com/chartingt

Is Making Out OK While Abstaining? | Ep. 206

Feb 03 2025 7 mins  
NEW Course Let's Talk About "It" is available NOW! Ellen addresses the question of whether it is okay for couples to make out while trying to avoid pregnancy during the fertile window. She explains the role of sexual arousal in preparing the body for sex and discusses the potential physical and emotional discomfort of arousing each other without the intention to have sex. _________