Holy Sex and Intimacy: Love in the Catholic Bedroom with Ellen Holloway

Holy Hot Mess - A Podcast for Catholic Women

Ellen is a speaker and coach who specializes in sex and intimacy and is the host of Charting Toward Intimacy the #1 sex and intimacy podcast for Catholic women. Ellen has helped hundreds of Catholic women actually desire and enjoy good, holy sex with their husbands. She holds a certificate in the fundamentals of sex therapy from the Buehler Institute and is in pursuit of her masters degree in Theology of the Body and the New Evangelization from Pontifex University.

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Guest: Ellen Holloway - Speaker, Coach, and Host of Charting Toward Intimacy Podcast

Ellen is a speaker and coach who specializes in sex and intimacy and is the host of Charting Toward Intimacy the #1 sex and intimacy podcast for Catholic women. Ellen has helped hundreds of Catholic women actually desire and enjoy good, holy sex with their husbands. She holds a certificate in the fundamentals of sex therapy from the Buehler Institute and is in pursuit of her masters degree in Theology of the Body and the New Evangelization from Pontifex University.

Summary

In this enlightening episode of the Holy Hot Mess podcast, host Heather engages in a candid conversation with Ellen Holloway, a seasoned speaker and coach specializing in sex and intimacy for Catholic women. Ellen, the host of the #1 sex and intimacy podcast for Catholic women, "Charting Toward Intimacy," brings her expertise to the forefront, shedding light on the often-taboo topic of holy sex within the Catholic Church.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Catholic Church Teachings on Sex and Marital Intimacy.

2. Ellen's Role in Helping Women with Sex & Intimacy.

3. Challenging Misconceptions About Sex in the Catholic Community.

4. Scheduled Sex: Prioritizing Intimacy in Marriage.

5. Navigating Discrepancies in Libido.

6. Challenges of NFP and Balancing Intimacy.

7. Fostering Intimacy Amidst Parenthood

8. Overcoming Guilt from Past Sexual Sins and Purity Culture

Join Heather and Ellen for a deep dive into the realm of holy, Catholic sex and intimacy, as they provide valuable insights for Catholic women and couples navigating the complexities of love within the sacred bonds of marriage.

Episode Links

• Encyclical Humanae Vitae
• Past sexual sins - ask for the intercession of Mary Magdalene
• Her podcast episodes on licit sex
• Ellen on Instagram: @ChartingTowardIntimacy
• Ellen's Orgasm Course
• Ellen's Website
• Charting Toward Intimacy Podcast
• Sex Toys, Lingerie & Orgasms Episode of Charting Toward Intimacy
• Pornography, Sex Manuals & Sex Therapy, Oh My! Episode of Charting Toward Intimacy
• Holy Sex Book by Dr Greg
• Theology of the Body for Beginners by Christopher West

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The Holy Hot Mess podcast is where we navigate the twists and turns of life as Catholic Christian women through candid conversations, laughter, and insightful interviews. Join your host, Heather, as she dive deep into the messy and beautiful journey of faith, healing, and growth.

In each episode, she shares wisdom and stories, from the comical to the heartfelt, and offers practical advice for managing the chaos of daily life. Whether it's balancing family, home, work, or personal development, we explore it all with authenticity and a good dose of humor and a whole lot of our Catholic faith.

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