How Can Leaders Better Talk About Sex? | An Interview with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife

Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife is a Latter-day Saint relationship and
sexuality coach with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. Her teaching
and coaching focus on helping LDS individuals and couples create
greater connection and passion in their emotional and sexual
relationships. In addition to her private practice, Dr.
Finlayson-Fife has created five empowering and highly-reviewed
online courses. Each course was designed to give LDS individuals
and couples the tools requisite to creating healthier lives and
stronger intimate relationships. Dr. Finlayson-Fife also offers
many workshops and retreats where she teaches these life-changing
principles in person. Dr. Finlayson-Fife is a frequent guest on
LDS-themed podcasts on the subjects of sexuality, relationships,
mental health, and faith. She is also the creator and host of Room
for Two, a popular sex and intimacy coaching podcast. Links
Finlayson-Fife.com Conversations with Dr. Jennifer Room for Two Dr.
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access to the Core Leader Library Highlights In this podcast, Dr.
Finlayson-Fife emphasizes the importance of normalizing sexual
feelings and desires, especially among youth, and highlights the
need for individuals to take ownership of their sexuality in a
healthy and self-authoring manner. The conversation also addresses
the complexities of sexual dynamics within marriages, shedding
light on the impact of societal messages and gender roles on sexual
relationships. The episode explores the concept of betrayal trauma
and the nuances of sexual desire and fulfillment within
relationships, offering insights into navigating differences and
fostering a mutually satisfying connection. Additionally, the
discussion touches on the role of Church leaders in addressing
sexuality and promoting a more open and understanding approach to
sexual intimacy within the Latter-day Saint community. 00:05:30 -
Importance of Normalizing Sexual Feelings 00:15:37 - The Role of
the Church in Healthy Sexual Development 00:25:43 - Addressing
Sexuality in Adulthood 00:35:49 - Betrayal Trauma and Gender
Dynamics in Relationships 00:44:18 - Gender Dynamics and
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