<p>What if the conversations we <em>don’t</em> have in the church are the ones keeping us stuck in shame?</p><p>Let’s be real — sex and intimacy aren’t exactly the go-to topics at Bible study. But for so many Christian wives, struggles with body image, shame, and vulnerability show up in the bedroom, too. And ignoring it doesn’t make it any easier. It just makes us feel more isolated, frustrated, and disconnected — from our husbands and even from God.</p><p>In today’s episode, Brittany sits down with two of her best friends (and fellow powerhouse coaches) <strong>Lacy Lain</strong> and <strong>Shaela Daugherty</strong> for a hilarious, honest, and holy conversation about sex, body image, and intimacy in Christian marriage. Recorded during their annual CEO retreat, this episode is equal parts belly laughs and heart-to-hearts — the kind of conversation you didn’t know you needed until now. </p><p>They share what it really looks like to invite God into this part of your marriage, how to navigate embarrassment with humor and grace, and why a healthy sex life might just be more connected to your spiritual health than you think.</p><p>A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…</p><p>💋 Why laughter (and awkward moments) might be a secret ingredient to intimacy</p><p>🙏 How body confidence and spiritual connection work together in the bedroom</p><p>🧠 The mindset shift that transforms “I’m too tired” into something more meaningful</p><p>🔥 How physical intimacy spills over into your patience, peace, and joy at home</p><p>💬 The real talk every Christian woman needs to hear about communication and connection</p><p><strong>Resources mentioned:</strong></p><p>&gt; <a href="http://www.speakpipe.com/jfepodcast" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Leave a voice note for Brittany, sharing how Faith-Filled Food Freedom has impacted your life and food freedom or body image journey.</a> Everyone who submits their story gets their choice of FREE access to either the replay of the Handling Holidays Workshop or the Nourishing Menus Workshop!</p><p>&gt; <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/147-is-your-body-image-ruining-your-sex-life-what-no/id1658146214?i=1000704435951" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Episode 147 - Is Your Body Image Ruining Your Sex Life? What No One Tells Christian Women About Intimacy in Marriage</a></p><p>&gt; Female by Design podcast (previously known as Heaven in Your Home)</p><p>Connect with Lacy on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lacylain/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@lacylain</a></p><p>Connect with Shaela on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sdfitwell/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@sdfitwell</a> and get on the waitlist for <a href="https://www.thestrongerco.com/?via=brittany" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Stronger Collective</a>.</p><p><strong>Your Next Steps to Food Freedom &amp; Better Body Image:</strong></p><p>&gt; <a href="http://www.brittanybraswellrd.com/VIP" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.</a></p><p>&gt; <a href="http://www.brittanybraswellrd.com/secret" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST</a> for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating</p><p>&gt; Join our FREE community in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/christianwomeninrecovery" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Food Freedom &amp; Body Image Support for Christian Women</a> Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, &amp; Jesus.</p><p>If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-joy-filled-eater-podcast/id1658146214" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/7Bo0Z4VpiWozXR9ZgcaxZD" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a>. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfs_Mfco979Sg84sU55a5pA11y9CPTq7t96vA7pbsI8cuBLUQ/viewform?usp=sf_link" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">leave your podcast review here</a> instead 😉.</p><p>Connect with Brittany on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brittanybraswellrd/?hl=en" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@brittanybraswellrd</a></p><p><em>*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.</em></p><p><br /></p>

Faith-Filled Food Freedom | Disordered Eating, Body Image, Weight Loss Obsession, Anxiety, Nutrition

Brittany Braswell - Non-Diet Registered Dietitian for Christian Women

192. The Secret (*Sex*) Lives of Christian Wives

NOV 18, 202550 MIN
Faith-Filled Food Freedom | Disordered Eating, Body Image, Weight Loss Obsession, Anxiety, Nutrition

192. The Secret (*Sex*) Lives of Christian Wives

NOV 18, 202550 MIN

Description

<p>What if the conversations we <em>don’t</em> have in the church are the ones keeping us stuck in shame?</p><p>Let’s be real — sex and intimacy aren’t exactly the go-to topics at Bible study. But for so many Christian wives, struggles with body image, shame, and vulnerability show up in the bedroom, too. And ignoring it doesn’t make it any easier. It just makes us feel more isolated, frustrated, and disconnected — from our husbands and even from God.</p><p>In today’s episode, Brittany sits down with two of her best friends (and fellow powerhouse coaches) <strong>Lacy Lain</strong> and <strong>Shaela Daugherty</strong> for a hilarious, honest, and holy conversation about sex, body image, and intimacy in Christian marriage. Recorded during their annual CEO retreat, this episode is equal parts belly laughs and heart-to-hearts — the kind of conversation you didn’t know you needed until now. </p><p>They share what it really looks like to invite God into this part of your marriage, how to navigate embarrassment with humor and grace, and why a healthy sex life might just be more connected to your spiritual health than you think.</p><p>A few things you can expect to hear in this episode include…</p><p>💋 Why laughter (and awkward moments) might be a secret ingredient to intimacy</p><p>🙏 How body confidence and spiritual connection work together in the bedroom</p><p>🧠 The mindset shift that transforms “I’m too tired” into something more meaningful</p><p>🔥 How physical intimacy spills over into your patience, peace, and joy at home</p><p>💬 The real talk every Christian woman needs to hear about communication and connection</p><p><strong>Resources mentioned:</strong></p><p>&gt; <a href="http://www.speakpipe.com/jfepodcast" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Leave a voice note for Brittany, sharing how Faith-Filled Food Freedom has impacted your life and food freedom or body image journey.</a> Everyone who submits their story gets their choice of FREE access to either the replay of the Handling Holidays Workshop or the Nourishing Menus Workshop!</p><p>&gt; <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/147-is-your-body-image-ruining-your-sex-life-what-no/id1658146214?i=1000704435951" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Episode 147 - Is Your Body Image Ruining Your Sex Life? What No One Tells Christian Women About Intimacy in Marriage</a></p><p>&gt; Female by Design podcast (previously known as Heaven in Your Home)</p><p>Connect with Lacy on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lacylain/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@lacylain</a></p><p>Connect with Shaela on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sdfitwell/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@sdfitwell</a> and get on the waitlist for <a href="https://www.thestrongerco.com/?via=brittany" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Stronger Collective</a>.</p><p><strong>Your Next Steps to Food Freedom &amp; Better Body Image:</strong></p><p>&gt; <a href="http://www.brittanybraswellrd.com/VIP" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Become a VIP Podcast Insider HERE to access BONUS resources only available to our VIP list.</a></p><p>&gt; <a href="http://www.brittanybraswellrd.com/secret" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe to The Joy-Filled Eater PRIVATE PODCAST</a> for step-by-step strategies to walk you through my proven Joy-Filled Eater framework for finding lasting freedom from negative body image and disordered eating</p><p>&gt; Join our FREE community in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/christianwomeninrecovery" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Food Freedom &amp; Body Image Support for Christian Women</a> Facebook group to ask your questions about cultivating a joy-filled relationship with food, your body, &amp; Jesus.</p><p>If you love the show and are finding it valuable, be sure to leave a rating and review on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-joy-filled-eater-podcast/id1658146214" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/7Bo0Z4VpiWozXR9ZgcaxZD" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a>. Listen to your podcasts somewhere else? No worries!  You can <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfs_Mfco979Sg84sU55a5pA11y9CPTq7t96vA7pbsI8cuBLUQ/viewform?usp=sf_link" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">leave your podcast review here</a> instead 😉.</p><p>Connect with Brittany on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brittanybraswellrd/?hl=en" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@brittanybraswellrd</a></p><p><em>*Reminder - Podcast content is not meant to be taken as professional nutrition or medical advice or to replace counseling with a licensed therapist. Please consult with your own treatment team.</em></p><p><br /></p>