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Next Couples Valentine’s Cruise — Feb 2014

February 10th, 2012 by Laura M. Brotherson

Here’s a perfect future Valentine’s Day gift for your spouse…with plenty of time to plan and prepare! Our next Couples Valentine’s Cruise will be February 2014. This will be our 5th Couples Cruise and is sure to be another fabulous marriage-strengthening experience for all!

Check out all the fun photos from previous cruises here!

We’ll have details for the 2014 Couples Cruise next Valentine’s – just one year from now! So plan now to join us! Get ready for some fun in the sun…and all kinds of other fun too! ; )

Here’s what previous cruisers had to say:

“The cruise was fantastic!!! I only wish next February was already here. This had to be the most fun vacation I have ever had. It felt like I was out on a really fun date for seven nights in a row. I loved the seminars, the entertainment, the food, excursions, friends, clean rooms, everything was so excellent!!!!!!!!”

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Developing a Sexual Identity

January 25th, 2012 by Laura M. Brotherson

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This post is in connection with episode #030 “I Am a Sexual Being, and It’s Good” of The Marital Intimacy Show. For your convenience, the questions from that episode are posted here.

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I’ve recently come across some interesting research about women and the sexual issues they face, and what some of the best approaches are for helping women with these issues. It really boils down to women developing a sexual identity, or having that foundation for their intimate relationship in marriage.

Sexual Identity

What is a sexual identity? Basically it means that you see yourself as a sexual being, and embrace that as a good thing. And I’d even take it a step further to say that part of a healthy sexual identity is understanding the fact that your sexuality is of God. Continue reading “Developing a Sexual Identity” »

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Sex is Easy–Lovemaking Takes Effort

January 14th, 2012 by Laura M. Brotherson

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The mechanics of “having sex” are fairly simple, but really “making love” and developing a good intimate relationship takes some time and effort. Movies, pornography and other media tell us that sex is–or should be–easy, which is a set up for problems in a real relationship. For those who have ingested pornography, it’s difficult to have a healthy and accurate perspective of sexuality, and to separate fantasy from reality.

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Have You Lost That Lovin’ Feeling about Kissing?

January 6th, 2012 by Laura M Brotherson

Many couples have lost that lovin’ feeling when it comes to kissing and making out!

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When was the last time you and your spouse made out?! Many couples have lost that lovin’ feeling when it comes to kissing and having fun making out.

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Self-Help Sex Therapy

January 2nd, 2012 by Laura M. Brotherson

Now that I am pretty heavy into counseling and therapy in my practice I am finding it difficult to find enough time to help everyone that is requesting my services. In addition, there are some who may not be able to afford counseling or who have spouses that won’t talk to anyone about it…at least at this point.

So, the purpose of this post is to provide some first steps for individuals or couples while they are waiting for additional help (particularly those on my current waiting list) or for those who are on their own in trying to improve their intimate relationship.

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Yay for Date Night!—Quotes & Resources

December 9th, 2011 by Laura M. Brotherson

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It’s Friday night. Do you have some plans for date night with your spouse?! It need not be expensive, just something to give you a chance to reconnect after a long week. It’s also great for emotional foreplay for both husband and wife! : )

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We Have eBooks!

December 1st, 2011 by Laura M. Brotherson

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 eBook — And They Were Not Ashamed –
just $4.99 til Jan 10th, 2012! 

We have eBooks! We’re thrilled to finally have our book And They Were Not Ashamed: Strengthening Marriage through Sexual Fulfillment available in eBook format for all you eBookers out there!

Click here for our eBook if you have the Amazon Kindle and click here for our Nook Book if you have a Nook from Barnes & Noble.

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Open Forum 3

April 11th, 2011 by Laura M. Brotherson

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Welcome to our new “Open Forum 3” discussion page!

We continue to create new Open Forum pages for you to post your questions and comments, and for us all to discuss important marriage and intimacy issues. Please post your new comments/questions to this Open Forum 3 post below.

For additional insights, you can review previous discussions by clicking on the links below:

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StrengtheningMarriage.com Discount at The Anniversary Inn

April 10th, 2011 by Laura M. Brotherson

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We are thrilled to announce that The Anniversary Inn is now offering our StrengtheningMarriage.com fans a fabulous discount at all their Anniversary Inn locations in Salt Lake City, Utah, Logan, Utah and Boise, Idaho!

You can now enjoy a 25% off discount on any romantic, luxurious Anniversary Inn suite (any night, any location, Sappire level suites excluded)! Check out all fun themed suites by Clicking Here! Continue reading “StrengtheningMarriage.com Discount at The Anniversary Inn” »

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50 Reasons to Make Love

December 9th, 2010 by Laura M. Brotherson

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50 Reasons to Make Love

  1. To relieve stress.
  2. To improve emotional intimacy.
  3. To boost your immune system.
  4. To burn calories.
  5. To improve heart health.
  6. To build self esteem.
  7. To decrease pain.
  8. To improve sleep.
  9. To help reduce prostate cancer risk.
  10. To strengthen pelvic floor muscles.
  11. To increase blood flow in the body.
  12. To reduce cravings and fatigue.
  13. To connect emotionally, physically and spiritually as husband and wife.
  14. To fight aging.
  15. To awaken your sexual senses.
  16. To say, “I love you” in your spouse’s love language.
  17. To experience pure pleasure.
  18. To just have fun together, and be more playful.
  19. To fulfill each other’s universal need for touch.
  20. To reduce vulnerability to temptation. Continue reading “50 Reasons to Make Love” »

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