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The Sexually Confident Wife: Connecting with Your Husband Mind Body Heart Spirit
Maximize the sexual and emotional potential in your marriage! With down-to-earth wisdom based on the experiences of the thousands of women she’s counseled, Shannon Ethridge–author of the million-plus-selling Every Woman’s Battle series–shows women how to create the healthy, exhilarating sex lives they (and their husbands) desire.
Every woman deserves to enjoy great sex with her husband, without inhibition or shame. But many wives live with the burden of self-doubt or feel mystified about what men really want in bed. Others wrestle with memories of sexual abuse or neglect, guilt over past intimate relationships, or negative feelings about their own bodies. Maybe you’ve been thinking you were alone in your struggle to discover sexual fulfillment. Think
only 8 percent of married women consider their sex life “very hot”
21 percent call their sex life “routine and boring”
Another 21 percent ask, “What sex life?”
These sorry statistics don’t have to be your case, as Shannon Ethridge readily explains with arresting warmth and honesty. Brimming with confidence-boosting techniques and inspiring personal stories of rejuvenated relationships, The Sexually Confident Wife opens a new world of passion for every couple, helping women to connect with their men on every level–physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual–enabling them to fully enjoy the ultimate, enduring union that marriage can be.
Every woman deserves to enjoy great sex with her husband, without inhibition or shame. But many wives live with the burden of self-doubt or feel mystified about what men really want in bed. Others wrestle with memories of sexual abuse or neglect, guilt over past intimate relationships, or negative feelings about their own bodies. Maybe you’ve been thinking you were alone in your struggle to discover sexual fulfillment. Think
only 8 percent of married women consider their sex life “very hot”
21 percent call their sex life “routine and boring”
Another 21 percent ask, “What sex life?”
These sorry statistics don’t have to be your case, as Shannon Ethridge readily explains with arresting warmth and honesty. Brimming with confidence-boosting techniques and inspiring personal stories of rejuvenated relationships, The Sexually Confident Wife opens a new world of passion for every couple, helping women to connect with their men on every level–physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual–enabling them to fully enjoy the ultimate, enduring union that marriage can be.
288 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2008
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About the author
Shannon Ethridge
52 books126 followersShannon is a million-copy best-selling author, speaker, lay counselor, and advocate for healthy sexuality with a master’s degree in counseling/human relations from Liberty University. She has spoken to youth, college students, and adults since 1989 and her passions include:
* Challenging adults and teens to embrace a life of sexual integrity
* Encouraging married couples in their pursuit of sexual fulfillment
* Counseling women who have looked for love in all the wrong places
* Equipping parents to instill sexual values in children at an early age
Her passion for healthy sexuality was ignited as a result of her own painful experiences. After being sexually abused by uncles during puberty and surviving many painful years as a promiscuous teenager, Shannon sought to overcome her past and become the faithful wife she desperately wanted to be. Six months of individual and group counseling gave Shannon the confidence to declare her graduation from the school of hard knocks, and she began speaking boldly and bluntly about the benefits of sexual integrity and sexual intimacy within marriage. She has since taught and counseled thousands of teens, single adults, and married couples over the past decade. Shannon is the Gold-Medallion Award-winning author of 18 books, including the best-selling Every Woman’s Battle series (WaterBrook Press, 2003-2006) which has been printed in 11 different languages, the 5-book Loving Jesus Without Limits series (WaterBrook Press, 2007), and her new book for the mainstream market, The Sexually Confident Wife (Random House, September 2008).
Shannon has been featured on the cover of Today’s Christian Woman Magazine and is a frequent guest on such national radio & television shows as Focus on the Family, The 700 Club, Life Today with James & Betty Robison, FamilyLife Today with Dennis Rainey, and New Life Live! with Stephen Arterburn. She has also been published in magazines such as Focus on the Family, Brio, Christian Single, Discipleship Journal, LifeWay, and Enrichment Journal.
* Challenging adults and teens to embrace a life of sexual integrity
* Encouraging married couples in their pursuit of sexual fulfillment
* Counseling women who have looked for love in all the wrong places
* Equipping parents to instill sexual values in children at an early age
Her passion for healthy sexuality was ignited as a result of her own painful experiences. After being sexually abused by uncles during puberty and surviving many painful years as a promiscuous teenager, Shannon sought to overcome her past and become the faithful wife she desperately wanted to be. Six months of individual and group counseling gave Shannon the confidence to declare her graduation from the school of hard knocks, and she began speaking boldly and bluntly about the benefits of sexual integrity and sexual intimacy within marriage. She has since taught and counseled thousands of teens, single adults, and married couples over the past decade. Shannon is the Gold-Medallion Award-winning author of 18 books, including the best-selling Every Woman’s Battle series (WaterBrook Press, 2003-2006) which has been printed in 11 different languages, the 5-book Loving Jesus Without Limits series (WaterBrook Press, 2007), and her new book for the mainstream market, The Sexually Confident Wife (Random House, September 2008).
Shannon has been featured on the cover of Today’s Christian Woman Magazine and is a frequent guest on such national radio & television shows as Focus on the Family, The 700 Club, Life Today with James & Betty Robison, FamilyLife Today with Dennis Rainey, and New Life Live! with Stephen Arterburn. She has also been published in magazines such as Focus on the Family, Brio, Christian Single, Discipleship Journal, LifeWay, and Enrichment Journal.
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September 15, 2011
This book seemed more like a muse for the author than a actual self help book. Like she was using it to get out some of her own issues rather than help the reader.
She swings from being very tactful and concerned about her audience to being very opinionated and coarse. For instance when approaching the subject of how every woman should feel comfortable in her own skin she lashes out at skinny women saying they are bony and unattractive and that real men want curves. I felt like I was punched in the gut when reading it. She must assume that every skinny girl in the world has enough confidence that they wouldn't be reading the book in the first place?
Also a lot of her to-do's for overcoming sex issues seems to be more of a "this is what worked for me" kind of thing. That is fine and all but I think I was expecting something more professional.
Her book did have some nice pointers that have helped me though and as long as you can overlook some of the crude parts It's worth a read. She brings out things to help you feel sexier and less stressed like simplifying your bedroom so it can be a place to relax not a place where you can see all the work you need to do. It brings the responsibly of your sexuality back to you which is nice.
She swings from being very tactful and concerned about her audience to being very opinionated and coarse. For instance when approaching the subject of how every woman should feel comfortable in her own skin she lashes out at skinny women saying they are bony and unattractive and that real men want curves. I felt like I was punched in the gut when reading it. She must assume that every skinny girl in the world has enough confidence that they wouldn't be reading the book in the first place?
Also a lot of her to-do's for overcoming sex issues seems to be more of a "this is what worked for me" kind of thing. That is fine and all but I think I was expecting something more professional.
Her book did have some nice pointers that have helped me though and as long as you can overlook some of the crude parts It's worth a read. She brings out things to help you feel sexier and less stressed like simplifying your bedroom so it can be a place to relax not a place where you can see all the work you need to do. It brings the responsibly of your sexuality back to you which is nice.
June 24, 2020
A lot of the “self-help” books I’ve recently read came across as preachy or left me annoyed after finishing. I really, really like this author. She is honest, funny and real - reading this felt like talking to a friend. The advice given is valuable and thought-provoking. Looking forward to reading more of her books in the future.
October 25, 2008
When I finished this, I was crying tears of joy as well as wanting to cheer. And I can truly say I already feel significantly more confident to approach my marriage bed with joy, greater freedom, and a stronger love for my husband and deeper gratefulness for the fantastic gift from God of sexual intimacy within marriage.
A little background on me, the reviewer: This book is the latest I've read in an effort to better understand myself, my relationship with my husband, and to overcome any lingering issues from my past, so that I can be as fully loving a wife as possible, as well as to allow myself to be loved by my husband as fully as possible.
I heard about this book and after reading a few reviews, decided to buy it. After ordering it online (and getting one extra for a girlfriend), I found some more reviews, and to my surprise, read that there are sketches in it. I hadn't known that when I ordered it. But I decided that I wasn't going to judge it sight unseen. When it arrived, I figured I better get it over with and find out how "bad" the sketches were (in other words - were they just diagrams of anatomy, or...you know).
*flip, flip, flip* "Oh, my WORD!"
Blushing furiously, I closed the book and tossed it back in the box like a hot potato. I stood there in shock as my mind registered that I'd bought a book with drawings of couples in different sexual positions in it - and that I'd bought it for a Christian girlfriend as well! ("What will she think of me!?")
After taking a breather, I decided "You know, those sketches are in chapter TEN. If I read the NINE chapters that come before them, then maybe I'll feel differently. I'll take this one chapter at a time." And that's what I did. And with each chapter, I grew more at ease with the topic. Not in an "anything goes" way. But rather, what I read was helping me to get a right mindset about sex as God intends it - celebratory, bonding, free from fear or hang-ups and full of love. What I read made sense, was challenging, convicting, practical, comforting and, yes, exciting.
As to specific content I found helpful: Chapter 1's "Personal Report Card" was helpful in both identifying what areas and attitudes I need to work on, as well as giving my spirits a boost by reminding me of all that is going well with me (us). Part 2, "Confronting Ghosts From The Past", was good stuff about seeking complete healing for one's past sexual and self-worth wounds.
Chapter 7 deals with "Confronting the Body Image Bear". This is where the book really starting hitting home with me. Chapter 8 ("Experiencing the Big 'Oh!'") had helpful, down to earth explanations of what a woman's body is designed physically to do and capable of. Chapter 9, "Developing a Girl Scout Mentality", one of the most personally applicable and practical chapters, is about the importance of preparation for intimacy (sex) so as to allow for more spontaneity. (Ironic to be sure, but true) It lists common "Confidence Busters" and gives corresponding "Confidence Boosters" to help foster greater freedom to just enjoy ourselves as women, and let go of all the mental hang-ups we tend to bring to the marriage bed.
By the time I got to chapter 10, I was able to confidently (there's that word again *smile*) view them with no impure thoughts. Frankly, I thought they were tastefully drawn. The couples in the sketches (which are not "photo-real", btw) weren't the perfectly proportioned, airbrushed types you'd see in other books, but realistic women and men. That was actually comforting to me, and made them relatable to myself and my husband. So, ultimately, I feel this chapter educated me and empowered me as a wife.
(NOTE: This is a book written for wives, but for those women out there who are currently struggling with a porn addiction, I think they may need to skip this chapter or read elsewhere for help. I highly recommend "Sheet Music" by Dr. Kevin Leman. It is instructional on techniques, but has no sketches in it. As for husbands reading this chapter, I suggest if he does, that he read it with his wife *wink*. Now, moving on...)
Chapter 11, "Maintaining Healthy Boundaries", and Chapter 12, "Redefining Normal" deal with far more intense subject matter than chapter 10, in my opinion, and I read a lot of those chapters twice, so as to make sure I fully understood Ethridge's intent and meaning in her writing. I won't go into topic matter except to say that she addresses just about every sexual issue you could imagine happening within a marriage. Read slowly and carefully, so as not to misunderstand and think that she is "prescribing" something when she is really only "describing" something.
I think chapter 14, "Refueling That Loving Feeling", is full of really wise, sound advice. It so honestly and compassionately speaks to the couples that are having trouble with more than just the physical part of their relationship. If you are having trouble connecting with your husband mentally, emotionally or spiritually, and it's hindering you both in the bedroom, this is the chapter for you.
And if you and wondering "What in the world does GOD think of all this, this SEX TALK?!" - Chapter 15, "Overcoming the 'Church Lady' Syndrome" is just what you might need to feel free to enjoy the "lovely bits" (as I call them) that God gave you and your husband to mutually enjoy together.
Chapter 16 is one of my favorite chapters, and is full of humorous examples and simple, usable advice for how we parents can pass down a healthy, godly attitude about sexual matters down to our kids. I will definitely be using what I learned in this chapter.
Lastly, Chapter 17, "Whipped Cream and a Cherry" was a great cap-off for the book. It's full of many real-life examples of ways other couples have brought extra-special passion into their intimate relationship, and ends with an inspiring exhortation to get past our "hurdles" and to "keep pressing on" until we become a sexually confident wife, helping bring sexual fulfillment to our marriage that creates the "mental, emotional, physical and spiritual connection we all long to experience in this lifetime." Well said, Shannon!
I think this book would be very valuable for -most- wives, and I highly reccommend it.
A little background on me, the reviewer: This book is the latest I've read in an effort to better understand myself, my relationship with my husband, and to overcome any lingering issues from my past, so that I can be as fully loving a wife as possible, as well as to allow myself to be loved by my husband as fully as possible.
I heard about this book and after reading a few reviews, decided to buy it. After ordering it online (and getting one extra for a girlfriend), I found some more reviews, and to my surprise, read that there are sketches in it. I hadn't known that when I ordered it. But I decided that I wasn't going to judge it sight unseen. When it arrived, I figured I better get it over with and find out how "bad" the sketches were (in other words - were they just diagrams of anatomy, or...you know).
*flip, flip, flip* "Oh, my WORD!"
Blushing furiously, I closed the book and tossed it back in the box like a hot potato. I stood there in shock as my mind registered that I'd bought a book with drawings of couples in different sexual positions in it - and that I'd bought it for a Christian girlfriend as well! ("What will she think of me!?")
After taking a breather, I decided "You know, those sketches are in chapter TEN. If I read the NINE chapters that come before them, then maybe I'll feel differently. I'll take this one chapter at a time." And that's what I did. And with each chapter, I grew more at ease with the topic. Not in an "anything goes" way. But rather, what I read was helping me to get a right mindset about sex as God intends it - celebratory, bonding, free from fear or hang-ups and full of love. What I read made sense, was challenging, convicting, practical, comforting and, yes, exciting.
As to specific content I found helpful: Chapter 1's "Personal Report Card" was helpful in both identifying what areas and attitudes I need to work on, as well as giving my spirits a boost by reminding me of all that is going well with me (us). Part 2, "Confronting Ghosts From The Past", was good stuff about seeking complete healing for one's past sexual and self-worth wounds.
Chapter 7 deals with "Confronting the Body Image Bear". This is where the book really starting hitting home with me. Chapter 8 ("Experiencing the Big 'Oh!'") had helpful, down to earth explanations of what a woman's body is designed physically to do and capable of. Chapter 9, "Developing a Girl Scout Mentality", one of the most personally applicable and practical chapters, is about the importance of preparation for intimacy (sex) so as to allow for more spontaneity. (Ironic to be sure, but true) It lists common "Confidence Busters" and gives corresponding "Confidence Boosters" to help foster greater freedom to just enjoy ourselves as women, and let go of all the mental hang-ups we tend to bring to the marriage bed.
By the time I got to chapter 10, I was able to confidently (there's that word again *smile*) view them with no impure thoughts. Frankly, I thought they were tastefully drawn. The couples in the sketches (which are not "photo-real", btw) weren't the perfectly proportioned, airbrushed types you'd see in other books, but realistic women and men. That was actually comforting to me, and made them relatable to myself and my husband. So, ultimately, I feel this chapter educated me and empowered me as a wife.
(NOTE: This is a book written for wives, but for those women out there who are currently struggling with a porn addiction, I think they may need to skip this chapter or read elsewhere for help. I highly recommend "Sheet Music" by Dr. Kevin Leman. It is instructional on techniques, but has no sketches in it. As for husbands reading this chapter, I suggest if he does, that he read it with his wife *wink*. Now, moving on...)
Chapter 11, "Maintaining Healthy Boundaries", and Chapter 12, "Redefining Normal" deal with far more intense subject matter than chapter 10, in my opinion, and I read a lot of those chapters twice, so as to make sure I fully understood Ethridge's intent and meaning in her writing. I won't go into topic matter except to say that she addresses just about every sexual issue you could imagine happening within a marriage. Read slowly and carefully, so as not to misunderstand and think that she is "prescribing" something when she is really only "describing" something.
I think chapter 14, "Refueling That Loving Feeling", is full of really wise, sound advice. It so honestly and compassionately speaks to the couples that are having trouble with more than just the physical part of their relationship. If you are having trouble connecting with your husband mentally, emotionally or spiritually, and it's hindering you both in the bedroom, this is the chapter for you.
And if you and wondering "What in the world does GOD think of all this, this SEX TALK?!" - Chapter 15, "Overcoming the 'Church Lady' Syndrome" is just what you might need to feel free to enjoy the "lovely bits" (as I call them) that God gave you and your husband to mutually enjoy together.
Chapter 16 is one of my favorite chapters, and is full of humorous examples and simple, usable advice for how we parents can pass down a healthy, godly attitude about sexual matters down to our kids. I will definitely be using what I learned in this chapter.
Lastly, Chapter 17, "Whipped Cream and a Cherry" was a great cap-off for the book. It's full of many real-life examples of ways other couples have brought extra-special passion into their intimate relationship, and ends with an inspiring exhortation to get past our "hurdles" and to "keep pressing on" until we become a sexually confident wife, helping bring sexual fulfillment to our marriage that creates the "mental, emotional, physical and spiritual connection we all long to experience in this lifetime." Well said, Shannon!
I think this book would be very valuable for -most- wives, and I highly reccommend it.
July 7, 2018
I saw a recorded presentation done by this author and liked her views on sex, marriage and God so thought I would give her book a try. First off, I would have read this so much faster but the only free version through the library was audio. The author reads it herself and I found her a little to chipper. She bounced around a bit from topic to topic throughout the chapters. Some of her guidance I found a bit unrealistic while still having little kids at home but overall, it was entertaining. She gets pretty detailed with sex positions and recommendations so I would not recommend this for unmarried woman. I think I might have gotten more out of this when I was newly married and very clueless.
August 2, 2011
This is a fantastic book. It is conservative, because it is a Christian book about connecting with your Husband. It is a healing book and it reminds us women that we don't have to be perfect for our husbands to love us and desire to be with us. It is not sex-negative, it is sex outside of marriage-negative. As a woman, I deal with many issues addressed in this book including a negative self-image. This book has helped me deal with loving myself so I can love my husband. I love Shannon Ethridge and the impact she and her husband are having on Christian relationships and marriages!
March 9, 2021
Spark that fire, girl! 🔥
Full honest disclosure: I thought long and hard about whether or not I should share a review of this book for several reasons.
One being, it makes some people uncomfortable to see the word “sex.”
Another for fear of people jumping to conclusions about how my marriage may or may not be. 🙄
And yet another: the world I grew up in was hush hush about this topic... and many of my circles continue on in silent embarrassment of such talk. I suppose that is an addendum to point one. 🤷🏻♀️
BUT.
My happily married self found some encouragement through this book, so perhaps another woman might find inspiration as well.
While many of the typical road blocks discussed in this book didn’t resonate with me, I did take some key points away from it. No matter how a marriage looks, there’s always room for growth, right?
It’s definitely a “take what you like, leave what you don’t” type of read, but I’m certain most women could find something here to run (or roll) with. 😉
This is from a Christian perspective, but is quite insistent on enjoying play time with your hubby beyond procreation... and is very respectful of whatever your religious views might be.
Thanks to the friend (who shall remain anonymous) that felt brave enough to share this gem with me. I hope that through this post, someone out there finds their own custom spark to ignite further passion in their relationship.
“I know he’s not perfect, and neither are you, but two imperfect people can still create a very perfect love, and a perfect example of what a deliriously happy marriage looks like.”
Full honest disclosure: I thought long and hard about whether or not I should share a review of this book for several reasons.
One being, it makes some people uncomfortable to see the word “sex.”
Another for fear of people jumping to conclusions about how my marriage may or may not be. 🙄
And yet another: the world I grew up in was hush hush about this topic... and many of my circles continue on in silent embarrassment of such talk. I suppose that is an addendum to point one. 🤷🏻♀️
BUT.
My happily married self found some encouragement through this book, so perhaps another woman might find inspiration as well.
While many of the typical road blocks discussed in this book didn’t resonate with me, I did take some key points away from it. No matter how a marriage looks, there’s always room for growth, right?
It’s definitely a “take what you like, leave what you don’t” type of read, but I’m certain most women could find something here to run (or roll) with. 😉
This is from a Christian perspective, but is quite insistent on enjoying play time with your hubby beyond procreation... and is very respectful of whatever your religious views might be.
Thanks to the friend (who shall remain anonymous) that felt brave enough to share this gem with me. I hope that through this post, someone out there finds their own custom spark to ignite further passion in their relationship.
“I know he’s not perfect, and neither are you, but two imperfect people can still create a very perfect love, and a perfect example of what a deliriously happy marriage looks like.”
July 10, 2024
I know, a lot of people said they felt as though the author was airing out her own issues, but I think she was just trying to be relatable. I appreciated her transparency and willingness to show that even she, is not perfect. I think the advice was practical and in no way shape or form did I think she was shaming anybody, it is very clear that her goal in writing this book was for redemptive married sex, and I think it can continue to help women who struggle desperately I marriage. I will definitely recommend this book to all of my married and engaged friends, as it is worth reading at least once a year.
February 25, 2020
This book covers about any topic one might need to become a sexually confident wife - incorrect messages from family and the church, sexual abuse, a promiscuous past, pornography use, marital aids, body image, physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual issues, reigniting the spark, etc. It even talks about helping your kids to grow into a healthy sexuality.
The book reminded me of the joy and pleasure that can be found in your relationship with your spouse and the subject helped get me into a positive and sexy mindset.
The book reminded me of the joy and pleasure that can be found in your relationship with your spouse and the subject helped get me into a positive and sexy mindset.
January 27, 2019
This book is amazing! I think every wife should read this. It has helpful information for all women. Would definitely recommend to all of my friends. There are some things that not everyone may agree with, but the author writes in a way that is understanding.
November 26, 2019
Eye opening in a lot of areas women are just too scared to be open about. Definitely reccomend for any and all ladies!
March 4, 2021
Highly recommend this book.
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January 30, 2024DNF at 20%
It wasn't bad, I just wasn't finding it helpful for me.
It wasn't bad, I just wasn't finding it helpful for me.
February 10, 2025
Excellent resource! I appreciate this frank and open book about sex that also comes from the Christian perspective that sex is created for marriage.
March 21, 2009
I think this is a good book, but I think I just went into reading it with the wrong expectations. Also, the POV of the author is a little too conservative for my tastes.
(I discovered later that the author also writes Christian devotional-type books. Not my sorta thing, but I DEFINITELY feel led to commend her on her versatility! Sex books AND devotionals? That's what I call a colorful repetoire!)
However, I think many women could benefit from this book, and maybe I did subconsciously in some way without having realized it yet, but so much of it seemed hokey and felt like I was reading a really expensive Cosmopolitan mag.
But... the illustrations are WONDERFUL! Kudos to her for being very careful to include women of all shapes, colors and sizes. The ways women (and their bodies) are depicted and stereotyped and cookiecuttered in the media are a sensitive issue to me, and Eldridge won my heart by including doodles of fat ladies copulating joyfully.
(I discovered later that the author also writes Christian devotional-type books. Not my sorta thing, but I DEFINITELY feel led to commend her on her versatility! Sex books AND devotionals? That's what I call a colorful repetoire!)
However, I think many women could benefit from this book, and maybe I did subconsciously in some way without having realized it yet, but so much of it seemed hokey and felt like I was reading a really expensive Cosmopolitan mag.
But... the illustrations are WONDERFUL! Kudos to her for being very careful to include women of all shapes, colors and sizes. The ways women (and their bodies) are depicted and stereotyped and cookiecuttered in the media are a sensitive issue to me, and Eldridge won my heart by including doodles of fat ladies copulating joyfully.
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February 12, 2015Jeff found this book on a blog he reads and recommended I read it.\nSome parts were very helpful and other parts not so much.\nIt wasn�t very practical in terms of overcoming past guilt, severing soul times, or tackling the �body image bear.� It addressed these issues, but not with real ideas on how to deal with them and move past them into a more fulfilling and intimate relationship with your husband.\nThe book is very practical in terms of positions, role play, confidence boosters and busters, etc.\nReally, it just is a reminder that I need to be continually working to change my mindset and to step out of my comfort zone. That�s going to take reprogramming some of my thinking, learning to accept me, and really, sometimes, just doing it even when I told feel like it and hope the feelings will follow.\n
April 16, 2024
This was helpful to some extent. I don’t think I was the target audience (me being a young newlywed wife just wanting to learn more about this newly experienced connection with my husband), so most of it wasn’t that helpful to me. It seemed to be more geared towards older women who have been married for years and have already had kids. It seemed to want to help wives get back into enjoying love-making after years of not enjoying it. The author seemed knowledgeable though and reassuring. The only thing I felt was truly helpful to me was about having a better body image. I also want to point out that the book is almost 15 years old, so while still relevant, some parts might be a little out of date. I’d recommend this book for its target audience - older married women.
February 8, 2013
I think this is probably one of the best books I have read in a long time. I found the information to be very helpful and relevant. I think that it has changed my life and I look forward to moving on and gaining a better understanding of myself and the connection I have with my best friend, my husband.
My husband also read this -- which I think is very helpful in that he can support me with the changes I want to make in my attitudes and how I view myself.
I would recommend this book to all my friends . . .
My husband also read this -- which I think is very helpful in that he can support me with the changes I want to make in my attitudes and how I view myself.
I would recommend this book to all my friends . . .
February 27, 2015
I've been a bit curious about religion this past year, particularly with regards to marital relationships and I came across this book during that pursuit. I haven't read much self-help, especially not about relationships so I wasn't sure what to expect. Honestly, I was pleasantly surprised by Ethridge's narrative style and her sensitivity and compassion towards her audience. This book is less about tips and tricks and more about inspiring self-absurdness in its readers, which I think is nice.
April 15, 2015
Interesting read. It's important for anyone who may want to read this book to know that it contains stories that could be triggers for those who have experienced sexual assault. Whether you've experienced sexual assault or not, this book is bound to make you uncomfortable at some point. You may or may not find the information helpful, much of the advice found in this book is information you've already heard, it's just presented in a way that you may not have had it presented to you before.
Many of the previous reviews for this book.
Many of the previous reviews for this book.
July 21, 2011
A couple of friends loved this book so I bought it. Maybe my expectations were too great but it wasn't quite what I anticipated. It was an easy read and I'd recommend it if someone was looking for something along these lines....or I'd just give them my copy!
March 31, 2015
Okay. This book was amazing all the way until the last chapter about God and sex which was preposterous. Saying oh my God during sex does not bring you closer to any god this part of the book was beyond ridiculous orgasms do not bring women closer to God. The God shit was annoying
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December 21, 2015Great Christian perspective on sex within marriage. Shannon is a forward thinking Christian woman who may challenge your pre-conceived notions of 'Christian sex' - I highly recommend it! Lots of great info in this book!
August 22, 2009
One of my favorite quotes from the book: (p. 232) "Perhaps rather than fear offending God with our sexual expression, we should fear offending God by our lack of it" (Shannon Ethridge).
June 14, 2011
Amazing book! A must read! This book taught me so much about myself & I thought of so many people that I know who should read this book!
January 30, 2013
My Review: Silly Socks n' Things
February 24, 2013
This was a great self esteem booster book. I really liked reading this. I would read more of her work when I come across it.
December 27, 2016
Loved it
This is an excellent book. There was plenty of helpful tips and some funny stories too. Overall I am really pleased with the book.
This is an excellent book. There was plenty of helpful tips and some funny stories too. Overall I am really pleased with the book.
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