Recent Read ~For the Married Ladies' Eyes Only~

So, I've been really debating whether I want to put this book up here, but I do think it is an important and too often ignored issue, so I want to share my newfound confidence with all the women I love out there.

I feel a little weird recommending it because there are sections that I know would make some of you uncomfortable. However, MOST of the sections were truly revolutionary to me and have totally changed my thoughts on the subject. She discusses how to align our sexuality with our spirituality and understand that those aren't two completely separate parts of us. 

All of her advice is within the context of marriage between a man and a woman,

and she is Christian, though she is not LDS. SHe is a counselor and speaks to all sorts of groups about the subject of sexuality and spirituality.  It's all about improving your marriage relationship (not just sex) in ways that make both of you happy and confident. She is very respectful and I felt increased dignity and respect for myself and my husband during and after reading it. 

So, with a grain of salt and a spoonful of sugar, I would recommend reading this one if you feel like your relationship with your husband could use a boost that will also help you feel amazing about yourself as a woman and daughter of God. Feel free to skip the section about spicing things up behind closed doors if you don't want that kind of advice :) As she says, she doesn't PRESCRIBE (or recommend) any of it, she just DESCRIBES it so you can find what works for you as a couple. I am doing the same thing. I am recommending the sections on changing the way we as women think about ourselves, deal with our pasts, and handle our sexuality, not the sections that contain... other things I don't want to mention here. Please also be warned that in most printings of the book those chapters contain simple illustrations. Luckily, mine did not. However, I don't consider it pornographic in the context. You'll have to leave that up to your own discretion. Obviously, it's about what you're comfortable with. If you still want to read the book but aren't comfortable with that kind of advice, try blacking the illustrations out, or even remove those chapters entirely and throw them away. Whatever you have to do, read the other chapters! It will change your love life. Personally, I read the whole book and was able to simply filter out what I was and wasn't comfortable taking away (which is exactly what she advises). 

You can also visit Shannon's website at www.sexuallyconfidentwife.com, and you can email me if you want more info.

Here's to happy marriages!