In this powerful and transparent episode of the Naked and Unashamed SLS Podcast, Dr. Stacy and Rhonda Spencer open up about the hard-earned wisdom behind their joyful marriage. With honesty, humor, and hope, they dive into two of the biggest relationship game-changers: financial nakedness and emotional vulnerability.From growing up in poverty to building a solid financial future together, the Spencers share how they created a spending plan, navigated joint and personal accounts, dealt with debt, and stayed united through economic storms. They offer real, relatable advice about budgeting, emergency funds, and prioritizing shared goals like retirement and travel.But they don’t stop at money. This episode goes deeper into emotional safety, nonviolent communication, and how to talk to your spouse in a way that invites connection rather than conflict. With stories from their own journey—including breakthroughs around communication, intimacy, and trust—this is more than a podcast; it's a roadmap for couples who want to thrive.Whether you’re married, engaged, or seriously dating, this episode is a must-watch if you’re ready to build a relationship where both partners can be fully known, fully seen, and fully loved—naked and unashamed.Timestamps:00:00 – Intro & Toy Story Kickoff01:00 – The Truth Behind Our Smiles: Working Through the Mud04:00 – Financial Nakedness: From Pell Grants to Property Ownership08:00 – Budgeting Tips, Homeowner Hacks & the Envelope System13:00 – Joint vs. Separate Accounts Debate16:00 – Paying Off Debt: Real Testimonies19:00 – Joseph's Famine Principle Applied Today21:00 – Emotional Nakedness: Learning to Communicate with Grace30:00 – Childhood Trauma, Roaches, and Relationship Clean-Up33:00 – Trust, Honesty, and the Fruits of Repentance40:00 – Eden Circle, Marriage Mastery, and Final Wordswww.TheEdenCircle.comThe Eden Circle is an exclusive membership in the inner circle of Dr. Stacy L. Spencer and Rhonda Spencer. It is a select group of married couples who receive coaching concerning intimacy, communication, conflict resolution, spiritual guidance, and sexual healing.Subscribe, Like & Share:Help us reach 1,000 couples this year by subscribing and sharing this episode with your married or dating friends. Let’s grow stronger—together.

We were faithful, but still frustrated. Praying together, but not really present.

In this powerful Part 1 of this marriage deep dive special, Dr. Stacy and Rhonda Spencer walk through their journey from early shame and spiritual disconnect to prayer, laughter, and deep intimacy. They talk about what it really takes to feel safe, seen, and sensual in Christian marriage—without censorship.

First orgasms and first heartbreaks: what the Church didn't teach

Trauma and emotional toll of their son's early medical issues

P*rn vs. real connection

Prayer before pleasure—and how it helped them build a marriage that feels fun, free, and fully intimate

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www.TheEdenCircle.com

The Eden Circle is an exclusive membership in the inner circle of Dr. Stacy L. Spencer and Rhonda Spencer. It is a select group of married couples who receive coaching concerning intimacy, communication, conflict resolution, spiritual guidance, and sexual healing.

“People see the smiles… but not the scars.”
This is the teaser for a two-part series from Dr. Stacy and Rhonda Spencer, licensed sex doulas, marriage counselors, and ministry leaders with over 30 years together.

In this deeply personal look at their journey, the Spencers share:

• The spiritual and emotional disconnect that almost broke them

• Their early struggles with sex, shame, and silence

• How prayer, vulnerability, and curiosity transformed their connection

• What it really means to be naked — emotionally, spiritually, physically — and unashamed

For married and seriously dating couples. For those healing. For those hoping.

Subscribe now so you don’t miss Part 1 — premiering next week.
Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

This content is for informational purposes only. We are licensed sex doulas and certified Christian counselors. We don’t offer replacements for personal therapy or pastoral care.

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What’s one area of intimacy you're praying to rebuild this year?