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  • 235. Intentional Intimacy: Looking Back, Moving Forward

    235. Intentional Intimacy: Looking Back, Moving Forward
    2025/08/25
    In this final episode of the Intentional Intimacy series, Francie invites you to reflect, remember, and recalibrate. Over the past nine weeks, we’ve explored simple yet powerful practices to foster deeper connection in your marriage. Today’s episode offers a tenth—and essential—idea: pausing to remember what has worked, what has blessed your marriage, and what you want to carry into the next season. Whether it’s kisses in the kitchen, body awareness, or shared breath, this episode will help you name the rhythms that bring life and intimacy, and gently let go of what didn’t fit this season. Francie also shares how she and Wyatt use this simple rhythm in their own marriage and why remembering is more than nostalgic—it's a spiritual discipline that breeds gratitude, clarity, and hope. Listen in and be encouraged to swim against the current of busyness and towards intentional connection.



    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

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    14 分
  • 234. Intentional Intimacy: Kissing in the Kitchen

    234. Intentional Intimacy: Kissing in the Kitchen
    2025/08/18
    In this ninth episode of the Intentional Intimacy series, Francie brings us back to something simple, powerful, and often overlooked…kissing. She shares insights from her own marriage and from the Circle membership about the beauty and benefit of lingering affection, especially outside the bedroom. Whether you’ve been married a few months or a few decades, this episode reminds you of the quiet joy and relational power of locking lips—on purpose. Francie also shares surprising science-backed reasons to keep kissing a regular part of your connection rhythm. From boosting mood and reducing stress to reigniting arousal and even toning your face—kissing isn’t just for teens in love. 💡 This week’s challenge? Try kissing in the kitchen. 👩‍❤️‍👨 Highlights include:
    • A real-life testimony from a 40-year marriage
    • Hormones activated through kissing
    • Why affection outside of intercourse matters
    • Creative, lighthearted encouragement to reclaim this practice



    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

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    12 分
  • 233. Intentional Intimacy: From Sweat to Sex - How Moving Your Body Fuels Connection

    233. Intentional Intimacy: From Sweat to Sex - How Moving Your Body Fuels Connection
    2025/08/11
    In this episode of the Intentional Intimacy series, Francie explores an often overlooked but powerful link: movement and intimacy. Through candid stories, practical insights, and a sprinkle of humor, she shares how exercise—whether solo or with your spouse—can shift the atmosphere in your marriage. From walking dates to YouTube workouts and squats in the kitchen, Francie gives real-life ways to move your body and experience the ripple effects in your confidence, energy, and sex life. You’ll also hear about:
    • Why sweating together increases connection
    • Five specific “sexercises” that boost desire and enjoyment
    • How hormones, confidence, and fun all play a role in your embodied intimacy
    • And why this is more about movement than perfection
    Whether you're lifting weights or chasing your kids, this episode will leave you with fresh vision to care for your body—and invite intimacy in the process. Bonus: Learn how movement can even tone your pelvic floor and increase pleasure. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

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    19 分
  • 232. Intentional Intimacy: Why the Small Things Matter Most

    232. Intentional Intimacy: Why the Small Things Matter Most
    2025/08/04
    This week’s installment of the Intentional Intimacy series is all about the quiet power of consistency. Inspired by The Compound Effect, Francie shares how tiny daily choices, like eye contact and kissing in the kitchen, can produce exponential fruit in your marriage over time. It’s not the grand gestures or weekend getaways that shape your intimacy, it’s the 10-second moments, the intentional habits, the repeated “yes” to presence and tenderness. In this episode, Francie explores:
    • The spiritual power of small, daily investments in love
    • Why prolonged eye contact and physical affection matter
    • How consistent connection rewires your marriage for intimacy
    • Real-life examples and encouragement to reframe your rhythms
    Whether you’re newlywed or 40 years in, this episode offers a grace-filled, hope-building reminder: you have agency to grow your intimacy one small act at a time.

    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

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    13 分
  • 231. Intentional Intimacy: Words After Sex - Intimate Affirmation That Builds Connection

    231. Intentional Intimacy: Words After Sex - Intimate Affirmation That Builds Connection
    2025/07/28

    What happens after intimacy matters just as much as what happens during it.

    In this episode, Francie shares how lingering, skin-to-skin connection and heartfelt affirmation can deepen trust, build emotional closeness, and reinforce safety. Whether it’s a simple “I loved that with you” or asking, “What would feel meaningful to hear right now?”—your words can be a powerful gift of love.

    Tune in and listen to this installment of the Intentional Intimacy series.

    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

    Receive Francie’s weekly newsletter
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    9 分
  • 230. Intentional Intimacy: Using Words During Sex to Say What You Feel and Want

    230. Intentional Intimacy: Using Words During Sex to Say What You Feel and Want
    2025/07/21

    If you’ve ever gone silent during sex, not sure what to say, or afraid to say the wrong thing…this chat is for you.

    In this episode, Francie gently walks you through the power of using your words during intimacy to build connection, trust, and pleasure. Learn how to name what you’re feeling and express what you desire—without shame, pressure, or performance.

    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

    Receive Francie’s weekly newsletter
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    8 分
  • 229. Intentional Intimacy: Using Our Words to Name Body Parts Without Shame

    229. Intentional Intimacy: Using Our Words to Name Body Parts Without Shame
    2025/07/14

    If it’s hard to say the names of your body parts out loud… you’re not alone. In this episode, Francie shares how growing your sexual vocabulary—starting with simple, anatomical words—can be a healing step toward connection and confidence in your marriage. Learn why using your words matters, how playfulness can help, and how naming the good things God made can bring freedom, not shame.

    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

    Receive Francie’s weekly newsletter
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    12 分
  • 228. Intentional Intimacy: Getting Out of Your Head and Into Your Body

    228. Intentional Intimacy: Getting Out of Your Head and Into Your Body
    2025/07/07

    Breath is one of the simplest, most powerful tools you have for building intimacy—and you already carry it with you.

    In this episode, Francie shares how breath work can shift you from stress into presence, helping you connect more deeply with your body, your husband, and the moment. Whether it’s daily grounding or in-the-moment pleasure, this episode gives you practical ways to use breath as a pathway to greater intimacy.

    Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper:

    Growth Courses

    101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, here

    201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, here

    Before (And After) I Do, here

    Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship

    Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: The Circle

    Donate to Heaven in Your Home:

    Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.

    Connect with Francie:

    Receive Francie’s weekly newsletter
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    12 分