The Naked Marriage with Dave & Ashley Willis

Mental health challenges are at an all-time high, and author and Licensed Professional Counselor Debra Fileta has some great tools to help. In this episode, Dave and Ashley interview Debra about her new book, "Are You Really OK?", plus share some important tips on how to help a spouse (or help yourself) through anxiety and other mental health challenges. Vision Retreat Guidebook | visionretreat.co...

This week Dave and Ashley celebrate their 20th anniversary! In this very special episode, they answer questions about their favorite memories over the past two decades of marriage plus they invite special guests to the podcast studio including all four of their sons. This episode is a lot of fun and will also have a lot of very practical advice to help you in your marriage.   21 Day Journey | 21da...

Dave and Ashley host a fun conversation with internet celebrities Kim and Penn Holderness who are the stars of the Holderness Family YouTube channel and countless viral videos on social media. Kim and Penn share some poignant lessons from their own marriage and also talk about their new marriage book, "Everybody Fights" XO Now | xomarriage.com/now  Free Naked & Healthy Chapter | Text: NAKEDMARRIAG...

In this special episode, Dave and Ashley sit down with Kait Warman who is the host of the popular "Heart of Dating Podcast" and the author of the new book, "Thank you for Rejecting Me." Kait shares her harrowing journey of overcoming a past toxic relationship which included emotional, physical and sexual abuse. She shares live lessons to help other move forward with healing from past wounds. Coven...

Dave and Ashley sit down in the studio with relationship expert, pastor and bestselling author Jonathan Pokluda to discuss how modern trends in dating are having a negative impact in mindsets related to marriage. JP shares hope, humor and practical solutions from his new book, Outdated. Organifi | Organifi.com/naked  Medi-Share | Medishare.com/nakedmarriage  Unbox Love | unboxlove.com/naked Check...

One of the saddest marriage dynamics imaginable is when one or both spouses feel alone in the marriage. In this episode, Dave and Ashley offer some practical encouragement and Biblical insight for those who feel stuck in a lonely marriage.  Organifi | Organifi.com/naked  Medi-Share | Medishare.com/nakedmarriage  Upstart | Upstart.com/naked Check out Dave and Ashley's NEW book here - xomarriage.com...

What should you realistically expect from your spouse and what should your spouse expect from you? Dave and Ashley tackle the topic of expectations in marriage and how to best communicate your own needs and meet your spouse's needs. Organifi | Organifi.com/naked Medi-Share | Medishare.com/nakedmarriage 12 Day Journey | 21dayjourney.com/naked Check out Dave and Ashley's NEW book here - xomarriage.c...

Is it okay to talk dirty to each other during foreplay and/or sex? This has been a fairly common question submitted at NakedMarriagePodcast.com. In this episode, Dave and Ashley tackle this hot-button topic with an unfiltered conversation about our freedoms and our responsibilities in the bedroom. Naked & Healthy | Nakedandhealthy.com Dwell App | Dwellapp.io/naked Faithful Counceling | getfaithful...

We all feel angry sometimes, but unchecked anger can wreck a marriage. In this episode, Dave and Ashley interview Joel Malm who is the author of the new book, "Love Slows Down." The interview has many insights about how to overcome anger in a healthy way and tips to promote stronger intimacy in marriage. Links/Mentions: Love Slows Down | joelmalm.com/loveslowsdown/ PREPARING FOR I DO | PREMARRIAGE...

Your thoughts have the power to shape your marriage and your life. The right kind of thinking can strengthen a marriage while toxic thinking can wreck a marriage. In this episode, Dave and Ashley share Scriptures and stories to help you reframe your thought life in a positive way. 21 Day Journey | 21dayjouney.com/naked XO Now | XONOW.com/naked Faithful counseling | getfaithful.com/nakedmarriage Ch...

Continuing in the "Naked and Healthy" series inspired by Dave and Ashley's new book, The Willis' interview Dr. Cassie Reid about how to promote better mental health in marriage and how to better understand your own struggles and your spouse's struggles. This eye-opening conversation could spark great conversations in your marriage. Dr. Reid is a Counselor and a Professor at The King's University....

In living a healthy lifestyle, you need to have moments of celebration, but you also need to make sure your celebrations don't sabotage your health. In this episode, Dave and Ashley talk about the balance between embracing moments of celebration without embracing habits that could derail your health. This episode is based on principles found in the new book, "Naked and Healthy" available at www. N...

Even the great heroes of the Bible went through a season of a "spiritual slump" when God felt distant and life felt hard. In this episode, Dave and Ashley have an honest conversation about how to help each other and keep faith alive in wilderness seasons. This episode is based on principles found in the new book, "Naked and Healthy" available at www. NakedAndHealthy.com. Faithful Counseling | getf...

In this interview with Sean and Lanette Reed, Dave and Ashley talk about how to keep a marriage strong in seasons of transition. Whether you are facing the empty nest, the birth of a new child, the start of a new job, retirement, or any other life transition, this conversastion could help you. Check out the Reed's new book, "Marriage in Transition." Faithful Counseling | getfaithful.com/nakedmarri...

Total health requires a solid foundation of spiritual health. Dave and Ashley talk about the keys to building a solid foundation for a Christ-centered marriage and daily habits that foster spiritual health. This episode is based on principles found in the new book, "Naked and Healthy" available at www. NakedAndHealthy.com. Naked & Healthy | Nakedandhealthy.com Check out Dave and Ashley's NEW book...

Healthy couples prioritize a healthy sex life. In this steamy episode, Dave and Ashley have an unfiltered conversation about what it takes to have the healthiest sex life possible in marriage. This episode is based on principles found in the new book, "Naked and Healthy" available at www. NakedAndHealthy.com. XO AT HOME | XOATHOME.COM  Free Naked & Healthy Chapter | Text: NAKEDMARRIAGE To (31996) ...

In this special episode, Dave and Ashley interview their friends George and Barclay Lyles who share their harrowing journey through health challenges, infertility, multiple miscarriages and finally a healthy pregnancy. Issues related to infertility and miscarriages impact so many couples and these issues aren't discussed often enough. This episode will bring perspective and hope to all who hear it...

Even couples who are making all the right lifestyle choices are still going to face health setbacks. When illness, injury or setbacks of any kind come, it's important to work together to persevere. Dave and Ashley share Biblical insights and inspiring true stories on the topic. This episode is based on principles found in the new book, "Naked and Healthy" available at www. NakedAndHealthy.com.  XO...

Understanding your own personality and your spouse's personality can help nearly every aspect of your marriage. In this interview with Enneagram expert Christan Barnett, Dave and Ashley talk about how to understand your own God-given wiring and how that knowledge can create better communication in marriage. 28 Bold | 28bold.com XO AT HOME | XOATHOME.COM Naked and Healthy | Pre-Order | Nakedandheal...

Food is a huge part of life, so it's also a huge part of marriage. Dave and Ashley talk about the dynamics of trying to find healthy meals that don't stretch the budget or the waistline while still catering to both spouses' unique tastes and preferences. This episode is based on principles found in the new book, "Naked and Healthy" available at www. NakedAndHealthy.com. Faithful Counselling | Getf...

In this interview with Chad Hennings from Promise Keepers, Dave and Ashley discuss helping men to connect into a community to grow together as believers.  Sign up for the Promise Keepers Marriage Event: https://promisekeepers.org/marriage/ Check out Dave and Ashley's NEW book here - https://www.amazon.com/Naked-Marriage-Undressing-intimacy-lifelong-ebook/dp/B07HQYWFDY Follow us on Social:  Faceboo...

In this hilarious and heartfelt episode, Dave and Ashley share some of their past failures and successes in trying to lose weight and create healthier habits. They share practical tips and tools for any couple who wants to get in better shape. This episode is based on principles found in the new book, "Naked and Healthy" available at www. NakedAndHealthy.com UNBOX LOVE | 10% off | unboxlove.com/na...

To start the new year, Dave and Ashley are talking about how to be healthy physically, mentally, and spiritually while also getting healthier in your marriage. This episode kicks off a new season of the podcast based on the upcoming book, "Naked and Healthy" which is now available for pre-order at www. NakedAndHealthy.com Get 10% off your first month as a listener of the Naked Marriage podcast. Go...

In this special year-end episode, Dave and Ashley share some of their favorite clips from this year's podcast episodes. This episode is a celebration of some great moments, some hilarious moments and some poignant ones as well. This recap episode will help you discover (or rediscover) some of our favorite moments from 2020. Invest in the outreaches of XO Marriage and be a part of rebuilding famili...

In this interview with Ryan and Selena Frederick, Dave and Ashley discuss the the habits couples need to develop in their homes to create a culture of faith, love an intimacy. Ryan and Selena are the Hosts of the Fierce Marriage Podcast and the founders of Fierce Marriage and Fierce Parenting. Invest in the outreaches of XO Marriage and be a part of rebuilding families around the world: http://xom...