Female by Design
An honest space for female flourishing. Together we’ll explore sexuality and spirituality by God’s design, healing our relationship with pleasure, our bodies, and our identity as image-bearers. Let’s take a deep breath and step into God’s invitation to live fully alive—mind, body, and spirit.
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254. Finding Safety, Presence & Pleasure: Unlocking the Female Heart, Mind, and Body
02/23/2026
254. Finding Safety, Presence & Pleasure: Unlocking the Female Heart, Mind, and Body
Our calendars are full, demands are never-ending, and overwhelm is knocking with every new notification. In this final part of the “Unlocking the Female Heart, Mind, and Body” series, Francie leans into the impact of our busy lives on our bodies. This episode unpacks how the nervous system—designed by God—is central to our ability to feel safe, be present, and receive pleasure. It’s not just about emotions or mindset. It’s about how your body was wired by God to experience intimacy, connection, and peace. When safety is absent, disconnection becomes the norm. But there is another way: a way of awareness, rest, and gentle re-inhabiting of the good body God gave you. “You were never meant to be disembodied. God gave you a body to dwell in—where His Spirit meets you, where connection becomes possible.” – Francie Winslow In This Episode: How chronic stress, performance culture, and disconnection impact female sexuality What your nervous system is doing all day long—and why it matters for intimacy Why safety is foundational for feminine arousal, connection, and presence How to notice what your body is saying (and how to respond with care) The invitation to trade numbness and overthinking for embodiment and pleasure Go Deeper in The Circle The Circle is a place to keep growing in freedom, understanding, and embodied joy. The Circle is Francie’s group mentorship community where women gather monthly for live teaching, honest conversation, and support as they learn God’s good design for intimacy, desire, and pleasure… not as performance, but as part of faithful discipleship. Inside the Circle you’ll find safe connection with other women, access to Francie through discussion and messaging, and a gentle space to rethink what you’ve been taught about sex, your body, and your feminine design. Connect with Francie:
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253. Power of Play: Unlocking the Female Heart, Mind, and Body
02/16/2026
253. Power of Play: Unlocking the Female Heart, Mind, and Body
Overwhelm. Pressure. Tension in your body and to-do lists in your head. Not the recipe for receptivity, mutual pleasure, and oneness. So many women are living in a constant state of doing—managing families, navigating stress, and holding everything together. But when there’s no space for play, our nervous systems stay locked in survival mode. And when our bodies are braced and burdened, intimacy feels more like a demand than a delight. In this episode, Francie explores the surprising power of play as a key to unlocking feminine integration. Playfulness is one way to reclaim our God-given design for creativity, movement, laughter, and lightness. You’ll hear how play resets the nervous system, reawakens your sensuality, and gently loosens the grip of stress, making space for joy, beauty, and deeper connection. “We weren’t made to be efficient machines. We were made to dance, to laugh, to move with grace—and that freedom is part of God’s design for intimacy.” – Francie Winslow In This Episode: Why play isn’t frivolous—it’s foundational for emotional and sexual connection How stress and shutdown impact your body’s capacity for arousal and openness Scientific studies on how dance increases female desire, satisfaction, and confidence—even post-menopause Practical ways Francie and Wyatt build play into their connection as husband and wife Gentle, creative ways to reawaken your feminine body and spirit through nonlinear movement Go Deeper in The Circle The Circle is a place to keep growing in freedom, understanding, and embodied joy. The Circle is Francie’s group mentorship community where women gather monthly for live teaching, honest conversation, and support as they learn God’s good design for intimacy, desire, and pleasure… not as performance, but as part of faithful discipleship. Inside the Circle you’ll find safe connection with other women, access to Francie through discussion and messaging, and a gentle space to rethink what you’ve been taught about sex, your body, and your feminine design. Connect with Francie:
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252. From Stuck to Sensual: Unlocking the Female Heart, Mind, and Body
02/09/2026
252. From Stuck to Sensual: Unlocking the Female Heart, Mind, and Body
It’s too common that women feel disconnected from their bodies, unsure how to enjoy pleasure and physical intimacy without shame, anxiety, or confusion. This episode is an honest invitation to begin healing that disconnection. Francie shares the first of three powerful keys to unlocking the female heart, mind, and body—wisdom formed through years of mentoring women inside her Circle community. These insights are about stepping into wholeness as a woman created for joy, connection, and delight in God’s design. “Your body isn’t the obstacle. It’s the place where God’s presence wants to dwell and delight.” – Francie Winslow In This Episode: Why so many women feel “shut down” and how trauma, theology, and nervous system patterns contribute The subtle ways shame shows up in the bedroom—even after years of marriage Daily practices Francie uses to move out of her head and into her body with peace A vision for sensuality that is holy, safe, and spiritually grounded An invitation to rediscover your body as a place of worship and wonder Go Deeper in The Circle The Circle is a place to keep growing in freedom, understanding, and embodied joy. The Circle is Francie’s group mentorship community where women gather monthly for live teaching, honest conversation, and support as they learn God’s good design for intimacy, desire, and pleasure… not as performance, but as part of faithful discipleship. Inside the Circle you’ll find safe connection with other women, access to Francie through discussion and messaging, and a gentle space to rethink what you’ve been taught about sex, your body, and your feminine design. Connect with Francie:
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251. The Sex Talk You Never Got: What Formed Your View of Sex
01/26/2026
251. The Sex Talk You Never Got: What Formed Your View of Sex
Whether we realize it or not, every one of us has a “sex view,” a lens through which we understand and experience our sexuality. It’s shaped by what we were told (or not told), by pain, silence, shame, weariness, and the culture around us. But what if that view isn’t the full story? What if God has something better? In Part 2 of this series, Francie gently but powerfully unpacks five common sex views that shape our beliefs and behaviors, and how to trade them in for a vision rooted in truth, beauty, and God’s original design. You’ll hear: The 5 most common lenses women carry into marriage How wounds, weariness, and whispers from the past still affect your present What it means to see your body and sexuality through the works of God Why knowing your design is part of your healing A fresh invitation to live integrated, connected, and whole This episode is for every woman who has ever felt confused, shut down, or disqualified when it comes to sex, and longs to see with new eyes. Go Deeper in The Circle The Circle is a place to keep growing in freedom, understanding, and embodied joy. The Circle is Francie’s group mentorship community where women gather monthly for live teaching, honest conversation, and support as they learn God’s good design for intimacy, desire, and pleasure… not as performance, but as part of faithful discipleship. Inside the Circle you’ll find safe connection with other women, access to Francie through discussion and messaging, and a gentle space to rethink what you’ve been taught about sex, your body, and your feminine design. Connect with Francie:
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250. The Sex Talk You Never Got: 3 Things Every Woman Should Know
01/19/2026
250. The Sex Talk You Never Got: 3 Things Every Woman Should Know
Most of us never had a sex talk that honored our design, reflected God's heart, or made space for our questions. In this powerful first episode of a mini-series, Francie begins to unpack three foundational truths every woman needs to know, but likely never heard. This is not a conversation about shame, fear, or performance. It’s about reclaiming God’s original dream for our bodies, our pleasure, and our wholeness as women made in His image. In Part 1, Francie walks us through: Why knowing your body is a spiritual practice How shame blocks our ability to understand and enjoy our design What the Bible reveals about God's intention for sex (and why it’s so good) How women’s bodies were made for pleasure, not just reproduction or duty The radical truth that sex is for you, too Whether you’re married or single, just beginning your journey or decades in, this episode will help you take one step closer to wholeness… body, mind, and spirit. Go Deeper in The Circle The Circle is a place to keep growing in freedom, understanding, and embodied joy. The Circle is Francie’s group mentorship community where women gather monthly for live teaching, honest conversation, and support as they learn God’s good design for intimacy, desire, and pleasure… not as performance, but as part of faithful discipleship. Inside the Circle you’ll find safe connection with other women, access to Francie through discussion and messaging, and a gentle space to rethink what you’ve been taught about sex, your body, and your feminine design. Connect with Francie:
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249. From Duty to Delight: Denise’s Story of Sexual Healing & Redemption in Marriage
01/12/2026
249. From Duty to Delight: Denise’s Story of Sexual Healing & Redemption in Marriage
What if it’s not too late for your marriage to experience joy, pleasure, and renewed connection? In this powerful testimony, Francie sits down with Denise, a Circle member who vulnerably shares how God met her in the middle of decades of disconnection. After 38 years of marriage and a lifetime of silence, shame, and pain surrounding sex, Denise encountered a fresh vision of God’s design, and everything began to change. From the lies she believed as a young wife, to the pain and despair that came with menopause, to the slow and holy rediscovery of pleasure and playfulness with her husband, this is a story of healing that will encourage every woman who longs for more. Together, Francie and Denise talk about: The damaging cultural and religious messages that distort sex How menopause brought everything to the surface The power of God’s truth to renew both body and heart Practical tools that helped rebuild intimacy, one step at a time Why it’s never too late to experience sexual wholeness in marriage Tune in to this powerful message today and be encouraged wherever you are in your journey. Go Deeper in The Circle If Denise’s story stirred something in you, The Circle is a place to keep growing in freedom, understanding, and embodied joy. The Circle is Francie’s group mentorship community where women gather monthly for live teaching, honest conversation, and support as they learn God’s good design for intimacy, desire, and pleasure… not as performance, but as part of faithful discipleship. Inside the Circle you’ll find safe connection with other women, access to Francie through discussion and messaging, and a gentle space to rethink what you’ve been taught about sex, your body, and your feminine design. Connect with Francie:
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248. Living Well Through Body Changes & Perimenopause with Alisa Keeton
01/05/2026
248. Living Well Through Body Changes & Perimenopause with Alisa Keeton
What do you do when your body starts to feel unfamiliar…when your energy dips, your stress rises, your curves change, and hormones seem to take over? In this heartfelt conversation, Francie sits down with longtime friend and mentor Alisa Keeton, founder of Revelation Wellness, to talk about what it means to be a woman walking through midlife, perimenopause, and the hormonal shifts that come with this sacred season. They talk candidly about the pressures of motherhood and ministry, the physical and emotional changes of midlife, and how to respond with grace rather than shame. Together, they invite you into a vision of embodied faith; where your body is not a burden, but a place of meeting with God. You’ll hear reflections on: Navigating hormonal changes with spiritual and physical wisdom Rhythms of wellness that are both sustainable and sacred Listening to your body instead of overriding it Walking in your feminine design with hope and honor This is a tender, truth-filled episode for every woman in transition, and a reminder that God meets us in the middle of our changing seasons. About Alisa Keeton: Alisa is the founder of Revelation Wellness, a nonprofit ministry dedicated to helping people love God, get healthy, be whole, and love others. She’s a speaker, podcast host, and author whose work sits at the intersection of faith, fitness, and holistic healing. With over a decade of leadership in the wellness space, Alisa has trained thousands of fitness professionals to bring the love of God into every part of their work. Check out Revelation Wellness . – Francie’s latest masterclass: – Mentorship: Connect with Francie:
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247. God With Us in Our Bodies: A Christmas Replay
12/15/2025
247. God With Us in Our Bodies: A Christmas Replay
What if Christmas wasn’t just about a baby in a manger, but about your body too? In this replay episode, Francie explores the beauty of the incarnation: that Jesus came in a body to restore our experience of being embodied. From the garden to the cross to today, God’s story has always been about intimacy, redemption, and connection…in real bodies. You'll hear about: Why your body matters to God The 42nd generation in Matthew 1 (and why it points to you) Jesus as the second Adam, and what He birthed from His wounded side How your body can be a place of healing, worship, and encounter This is a powerful, worshipful meditation on Emmanuel, God with us in the flesh, redeeming even the most human parts of our lives. Listen in and let your heart (and body) remember: you are not separate from His story. You are part of it. – Merry Marriage Gift Guide: – Francie’s latest masterclass: – Mentorship: Connect with Francie:
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246. The Best Gift I Gave My Husband
12/08/2025
246. The Best Gift I Gave My Husband
Your husband is strong, yet has a very tender side that only you get the gift of seeing. But, how can you help his heart come alive? What is your man longing to hear? Your words have incredible power to build your husband in a way that no one else can. It’s true! This episode might surprise you, but it’s insight on how to speak right into the masculine strength of your husband. Let’s get specific and learn to honor the ways God created you both, male and female. Enjoy this replay from a previous Christmas episode that is still so tender and true! – Merry Marriage Gift Guide: – Francie’s latest masterclass: – Mentorship: Connect with Francie:
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245. Stressed Out, Touched Out
12/01/2025
245. Stressed Out, Touched Out
When life feels overwhelming, sex is usually the last thing on our minds. Between overstimulation, nonstop to-do lists, and caring for everyone else, many of us feel touched out—like our bodies have nothing left to give. But what if instead of avoiding touch, we could reimagine it as a source of nourishment, not depletion? “I used to think I needed to escape my body to rest. Now I know, nourishing touch can bring me back home to myself.” In this episode, Francie unpacks a tender and practical reframe of what it means to reconnect with your body (and your spouse) in the middle of real-life exhaustion. Through story, prayer, and science-backed insight, she shares why touch, when rightly timed and received, can restore your nervous system, renew your energy, and deepen intimacy in the messiest seasons. You’ll hear: – Why women often feel “touched out” and how to name it with compassion – A simple nervous system check-in to tune into what your body really needs – The four kinds of touch (and how to ask for them without shame) – How sensual connection can actually lower cortisol and raise oxytocin – Why pleasure isn’t a performance—it’s a reset This isn’t about adding sex to your to-do list. It’s about receiving the kind of intimacy that truly replenishes you. Resources Mentioned: – Women’s Anatomy of Arousal by Sheri Winston (non-Christian lens, rich body insight) – Francie’s masterclass: – Mentorship: Connect with Francie:
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244. I Didn’t Know How to Be Sexy
11/17/2025
244. I Didn’t Know How to Be Sexy
If sex has ever felt like something you’re supposed to perform, instead of something you can enjoy, you’re not alone. If you’ve ever felt awkward in your body… unsure how to initiate… or disconnected from desire… this episode is for you. Francie shares the tender, true story of how she moved from disconnection and insecurity into a deeper sense of embodiment, pleasure, and playful confidence in her marriage. “I used to think sexy was something I had to put on. But now I know, it’s something I carry when I’m connected to myself.” You’ll discover: Why feeling “off” or uncertain in your body is more common than you think How to gently reawaken pleasure and presence (even after years of disconnection) What it looks like to cultivate feminine energy and confidence in your own way Simple, grace-filled ways to start feeling more at home in your body and more alive in your marriage This isn’t about pressure or performance. It’s about reclaiming the goodness God designed for you… body, heart, and soul. ✨ Want to take the next step? Join Francie’s new 90-minute masterclass: , your guide to finding your voice before, during, and after intimacy. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to keep the message moving: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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243. Finding Connection in the Middle of the Mess
11/10/2025
243. Finding Connection in the Middle of the Mess
What happens to intimacy when everything falls apart? This week, Francie opens the door wide into her real life…hospital visits, mold in the ceiling, special needs parenting, and emergency back surgery. In the middle of it all, she shares a raw and redemptive truth: sexuality isn't just for the easy seasons. It's a God-designed gift for the hard ones too. “I used to think sex was about the mood and the lighting. Now I know, it’s about survival. Connection. Healing.” Iintimacy can be a sacred source of strength, even when everything around you feels broken. You’ll hear: What Francie is walking through right now in her home and marriage How she and Wyatt are learning to lean into physical intimacy after surgery and through trauma Why our bodies need connection in times of stress and suffering A reframe of sexuality as a gift for healing, not just for romance Whether your life feels overwhelming or just a little upside down, this episode will remind you: your body, your marriage, and your intimacy are not disqualified by struggle. They may actually be strengthened in it. Let’s keep growing. Check out Francie’s new masterclass: to help you grow in freedom and find your words in the bedroom. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to keep the message moving: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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242. Beyond Rules: A Fresh Vision of Freedom for Sexual Wholeness
11/03/2025
242. Beyond Rules: A Fresh Vision of Freedom for Sexual Wholeness
If you’ve ever been taught that purity means ignorance… That modesty means shrinking back… Or that submission means silencing your voice… This episode is a breath of fresh air, and a bold invitation to something better. Francie picks up where she left off in “The Lies We’ve Believed” series with a powerful reframe: moving beyond fear-based rules toward a new foundation of sexual wholeness. One that honors God, blesses your body, and invites joy. She shares her journey of healing from shame and disconnection, and the three pillars that are reshaping her, and so many women’s, sexual discipleship: Education – Learn the beauty of your body, your design, and God’s intent Celebration – Say thank you for what God made good Integration – Bring your sexuality into your spiritual life, every day If you’re ready to let go of fear and legalism, and live fully as a woman made in God’s image, this episode is for you. Want to keep going? Check out Francie’s new masterclass: to help you grow in freedom and find your words in the bedroom. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to keep the message moving: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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241. Lies of Purity
10/27/2025
241. Lies of Purity
God’s heart for purity is beautiful. It’s about being filled with His presence — shaped by love, truth, and freedom. But many of us grew up believing something else entirely. In this final episode of the Lies I Believed series, Francie shares how her desire to honor God was shaped by teachings that defined purity by what you don’t do, don’t know, or don’t feel. Over time, those well-meaning messages created a type of “purity” rooted in fear, ignorance, and self-protection — not love or connection. This episode gently names the distortion and offers a new vision: one where purity is not about fear or control, but about joyful formation, honest connection, and celebrating God’s good design. What you'll hear: - Why purity is not the same as ignorance or inexperience - How purity messages disconnected us from our bodies and desires - The dangerous link between “purity” and personal worth - Why education and relational connection are crucial to healthy formation - A vision of purity that is about presence, maturity, and embodied joy Whether you’re raising daughters, walking your own journey of healing, or reframing what purity means in your adult life, this conversation will help you shift from shame-based silence to redemptive clarity. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to keep the message moving: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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240. Lies of Submission
10/20/2025
240. Lies of Submission
God designed marriage as a picture of mutual love, service, and oneness — a reflection of Christ and the Church. Within that, submission is meant to be life-giving: a way we honor and serve one another in love. But for many women, especially those raised in conservative or evangelical traditions, the teaching of submission took on a very different tone — one marked by fear, silence, and shrinking back. What was intended to be a beautiful expression of trust became, for some, a justification for control or erasure. In this episode of Female by Design, Francie explores the ideas of submission with humility and curiosity — and how distorted interpretations can affect not only our marriages, but our relationship with our own voice, body, and identity. This is not a rejection of submission, but a reclamation of it — returning to the kind of mutual, honoring partnership that reflects God's heart. What you'll hear: - A biblical vision of submission rooted in love, not hierarchy - The cultural and theological misapplications that cause harm - How false teachings of submission can lead to disembodiment and numbness - What healthy, joyful submission looks like in a thriving marriage - How reclaiming your voice is part of reclaiming your design Whether you’ve struggled with feeling “too much” or “not enough,” this episode is an invitation to come out of hiding, and into wholeness — in your faith, your marriage, and your femininity. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to keep the message moving: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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239. Lies of Modesty
10/13/2025
239. Lies of Modesty
If you grew up in church communities shaped by evangelical or conservative values, chances are you were taught a version of modesty that sounded holy — but left you feeling ashamed, disconnected from your body, or even afraid of your own beauty. In this episode, we're naming what many of us lived: the modesty messages that told us our bodies were dangerous, that our presence might cause someone else to stumble, and that it was up to us to manage everyone else’s purity. It’s the start of a new series — Lies I Believed — and we're beginning by gently unpacking the messages that formed us, and opening the door to healing and renewal. Inside this conversation: - Why modesty became more about fear than freedom - The roots of shame many of us inherited from purity culture - How these beliefs still show up in our bodies, marriages, and parenting - What it means to reclaim a biblical vision of beauty, dignity, and pleasure This episode isn’t about swinging the pendulum or pushing a new dress code — it’s about rethinking how we see our bodies through God’s eyes, and creating space to disciple our daughters differently. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to keep the message moving: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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238. Why I Struggled to Read Sex Books (and How I Healed)
10/06/2025
238. Why I Struggled to Read Sex Books (and How I Healed)
As a newlywed, I wanted to grow in intimacy—but even reading a sex book felt terrifying. In this episode, I share how my early years of marriage were marked by fear, shame, and resistance around learning about sex. Even though my heart longed for connection, my nervous system was on high alert. I used to hide sex books inside other books at the bookstore—because I was afraid someone would see me learning. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or ashamed when it comes to sex ed (even in marriage!), you’re not alone. This episode is full of honesty, healing, and hope. What you’ll hear: The cultural messages that made sex feel scary and shameful Why I dissociated from my body—and how I began to reconnect How sex books became a surprising tool for healing The power of patient love and growing vocabulary in marriage Mentioned Resources: Enjoy! The Gift of Sexual Pleasure for Women – Joyce & Cliff Penner Getting Your Sex Life Off to a Great Start – Cliff & Joyce Penner Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to keep the message moving with Francie Winslow: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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237. Back to the Garden of Pleasure
09/29/2025
237. Back to the Garden of Pleasure
What if pleasure isn’t a problem, but part of God’s design? In this foundational episode of Female by Design, I’m taking us back to the beginning—back to the garden. We’ll explore God’s original blueprint for our bodies, our senses, and our experience of intimacy, all rooted in the creation story. I’ll also share more of my personal journey of healing and how the word “pleasure” went from feeling shameful… to sacred. What you'll hear: Why I renamed the podcast and what’s shifting How God began renewing my mind about pleasure What Genesis 2 really reveals about our design Why understanding the garden is key to healing our sexuality This is a vulnerable, Scripture-soaked, hope-filled episode—and a powerful reset for where we’re headed together. I’m so glad you’re here. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to keep the message moving with Francie Winslow: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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236. A Fresh Chapter: Female by Design
09/22/2025
236. A Fresh Chapter: Female by Design
Welcome to Female by Design – the new name and expanded vision for this space. In today’s episode, Francie shares the personal journey behind this transition from Heaven in Your Home to Female by Design. You’ll hear the heart behind the name, the holy hunger for wholeness that’s grown over the years, and the fresh invitation to live fully alive—body, mind, and spirit. This is more than a rebrand. It’s a renewal. A reclaiming. A deepening of the call to explore God’s design for femininity, sexuality, and spiritual intimacy. What to Expect: Francie’s vulnerable story of growth and hunger Why this new name matters What’s staying the same, and what’s expanding A vision for female flourishing by God’s design Take a deep breath and step into the new season with us. We’re so glad you’re here. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to keep the message moving with Francie Winslow: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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235. Intentional Intimacy: Looking Back, Moving Forward
08/25/2025
235. Intentional Intimacy: Looking Back, Moving Forward
In this final episode of the Intentional Intimacy series, Francie invites you to reflect, remember, and recalibrate. Over the past nine weeks, we’ve explored simple yet powerful practices to foster deeper connection in your marriage. Today’s episode offers a tenth—and essential—idea: pausing to remember what has worked, what has blessed your marriage, and what you want to carry into the next season. Whether it’s kisses in the kitchen, body awareness, or shared breath, this episode will help you name the rhythms that bring life and intimacy, and gently let go of what didn’t fit this season. Francie also shares how she and Wyatt use this simple rhythm in their own marriage and why remembering is more than nostalgic—it's a spiritual discipline that breeds gratitude, clarity, and hope. Listen in and be encouraged to swim against the current of busyness and towards intentional connection. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to Heaven in Your Home: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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234. Intentional Intimacy: Kissing in the Kitchen
08/18/2025
234. Intentional Intimacy: Kissing in the Kitchen
In this ninth episode of the Intentional Intimacy series, Francie brings us back to something simple, powerful, and often overlooked…kissing. She shares insights from her own marriage and from the Circle membership about the beauty and benefit of lingering affection, especially outside the bedroom. Whether you’ve been married a few months or a few decades, this episode reminds you of the quiet joy and relational power of locking lips—on purpose. Francie also shares surprising science-backed reasons to keep kissing a regular part of your connection rhythm. From boosting mood and reducing stress to reigniting arousal and even toning your face—kissing isn’t just for teens in love. 💡 This week’s challenge? Try kissing in the kitchen. 👩❤️👨 Highlights include: A real-life testimony from a 40-year marriage Hormones activated through kissing Why affection outside of intercourse matters Creative, lighthearted encouragement to reclaim this practice Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to Heaven in Your Home: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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233. Intentional Intimacy: From Sweat to Sex - How Moving Your Body Fuels Connection
08/11/2025
233. Intentional Intimacy: From Sweat to Sex - How Moving Your Body Fuels Connection
In this episode of the Intentional Intimacy series, Francie explores an often overlooked but powerful link: movement and intimacy. Through candid stories, practical insights, and a sprinkle of humor, she shares how exercise—whether solo or with your spouse—can shift the atmosphere in your marriage. From walking dates to YouTube workouts and squats in the kitchen, Francie gives real-life ways to move your body and experience the ripple effects in your confidence, energy, and sex life. You’ll also hear about: Why sweating together increases connection Five specific “sexercises” that boost desire and enjoyment How hormones, confidence, and fun all play a role in your embodied intimacy And why this is more about movement than perfection Whether you're lifting weights or chasing your kids, this episode will leave you with fresh vision to care for your body—and invite intimacy in the process. Bonus: Learn how movement can even tone your pelvic floor and increase pleasure. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to Heaven in Your Home: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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232. Intentional Intimacy: Why the Small Things Matter Most
08/04/2025
232. Intentional Intimacy: Why the Small Things Matter Most
This week’s installment of the Intentional Intimacy series is all about the quiet power of consistency. Inspired by The Compound Effect, Francie shares how tiny daily choices, like eye contact and kissing in the kitchen, can produce exponential fruit in your marriage over time. It’s not the grand gestures or weekend getaways that shape your intimacy, it’s the 10-second moments, the intentional habits, the repeated “yes” to presence and tenderness. In this episode, Francie explores: The spiritual power of small, daily investments in love Why prolonged eye contact and physical affection matter How consistent connection rewires your marriage for intimacy Real-life examples and encouragement to reframe your rhythms Whether you’re newlywed or 40 years in, this episode offers a grace-filled, hope-building reminder: you have agency to grow your intimacy one small act at a time. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to Heaven in Your Home: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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231. Intentional Intimacy: Words After Sex - Intimate Affirmation That Builds Connection
07/28/2025
231. Intentional Intimacy: Words After Sex - Intimate Affirmation That Builds Connection
What happens after intimacy matters just as much as what happens during it. In this episode, Francie shares how lingering, skin-to-skin connection and heartfelt affirmation can deepen trust, build emotional closeness, and reinforce safety. Whether it’s a simple “I loved that with you” or asking, “What would feel meaningful to hear right now?”—your words can be a powerful gift of love. Tune in and listen to this installment of the Intentional Intimacy series. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to Heaven in Your Home: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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230. Intentional Intimacy: Using Words During Sex to Say What You Feel and Want
07/21/2025
230. Intentional Intimacy: Using Words During Sex to Say What You Feel and Want
If you’ve ever gone silent during sex, not sure what to say, or afraid to say the wrong thing…this chat is for you. In this episode, Francie gently walks you through the power of using your words during intimacy to build connection, trust, and pleasure. Learn how to name what you’re feeling and express what you desire—without shame, pressure, or performance. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to Heaven in Your Home: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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229. Intentional Intimacy: Using Our Words to Name Body Parts Without Shame
07/14/2025
229. Intentional Intimacy: Using Our Words to Name Body Parts Without Shame
If it’s hard to say the names of your body parts out loud… you’re not alone. In this episode, Francie shares how growing your sexual vocabulary—starting with simple, anatomical words—can be a healing step toward connection and confidence in your marriage. Learn why using your words matters, how playfulness can help, and how naming the good things God made can bring freedom, not shame. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to Heaven in Your Home: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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228. Intentional Intimacy: Getting Out of Your Head and Into Your Body
07/07/2025
228. Intentional Intimacy: Getting Out of Your Head and Into Your Body
Breath is one of the simplest, most powerful tools you have for building intimacy—and you already carry it with you. In this episode, Francie shares how breath work can shift you from stress into presence, helping you connect more deeply with your body, your husband, and the moment. Whether it’s daily grounding or in-the-moment pleasure, this episode gives you practical ways to use breath as a pathway to greater intimacy. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Growth Courses 101 Strong Foundations for Married Sex, 201 Pleasure and Orgasm: Passion and Practicals, Before (And After) I Do, Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to Heaven in Your Home: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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227. Intentional Intimacy: Sharing Sparks and Building Sexual Energy
06/30/2025
227. Intentional Intimacy: Sharing Sparks and Building Sexual Energy
What if intimacy didn’t have to start with a big moment—but with a spark? In this episode, Francie shares how small, playful cues of desire can help you and your husband stay connected, even in the middle of busy days and low-libido seasons. This is about learning to feel your body, name your desire, and share it—on purpose. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Brand New Before & After You Say I Do Masterclass A 90-minute masterclass for engaged and married women who want clarity, confidence, and connection when it comes to sex in marriage. If you've ever wondered: What should we expect on our wedding night? How do we prepare without fear or shame? What’s okay—and what’s not? How do we build trust, connection, and joy? This class is for you. Real talk. Faithful perspective. Honest guidance. So you can start your marriage—emotionally, spiritually, and physically—on solid ground. 201 Course: Permission for Pleasure, Orgasm 101 - From Pre-Orgasmic to Orgasm This 90-minute masterclass is a deep dive into embracing God’s good design for your body and the gift of intimacy in marriage. Francie Winslow offers practical, faith-based guidance on arousal, pleasure, and connection, equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to fully experience intimacy with joy and freedom. Whether you're navigating challenges or simply want to deepen your connection, this session is an invitation to step into intimacy that is naked, unashamed, and full of joy. Get Access . 101 Course: Strong Foundations to Starting Well - Claiming a Healthy Vision for Married Sex To build a love that lasts, you must begin with a strong foundation. Whether you’re newly engaged or in need of a new lens, this course is essential. You’ll be equipped to set a Biblically integrated and practically grounded vision for sex, marriage and the calling to steward the gift of pleasure and intimacy. This course is pivotal as you begin to unlearn unhelpful perspectives and sift through shame, lies and painful messages you’ve received over the years. Learn more . Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. This is a SWEET community of women, connected with the purpose of seeking God’s heart for their reclaiming a redeemed view of sex and sexuality. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to Heaven in Your Home: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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226. Intentional Intimacy: Body Awareness
06/23/2025
226. Intentional Intimacy: Body Awareness
When life moves fast, it’s easy to live completely disconnected from your body—and that disconnection shows up in intimacy too. In this quick episode of the Intentional Intimacy series, Francie shares simple ways to come back to your body on purpose, through movement, awareness, and everyday rhythms. These tiny shifts can build toward deeper, more playful intimacy with your husband—starting right where you are. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Brand New Before & After You Say I Do Masterclass A 90-minute masterclass for engaged and married women who want clarity, confidence, and connection when it comes to sex in marriage. If you've ever wondered: What should we expect on our wedding night? How do we prepare without fear or shame? What’s okay—and what’s not? How do we build trust, connection, and joy? This class is for you. Real talk. Faithful perspective. Honest guidance. So you can start your marriage—emotionally, spiritually, and physically—on solid ground. 201 Course: Permission for Pleasure, Orgasm 101 - From Pre-Orgasmic to Orgasm This 90-minute masterclass is a deep dive into embracing God’s good design for your body and the gift of intimacy in marriage. Francie Winslow offers practical, faith-based guidance on arousal, pleasure, and connection, equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to fully experience intimacy with joy and freedom. Whether you're navigating challenges or simply want to deepen your connection, this session is an invitation to step into intimacy that is naked, unashamed, and full of joy. Get Access . 101 Course: Strong Foundations to Starting Well - Claiming a Healthy Vision for Married Sex To build a love that lasts, you must begin with a strong foundation. Whether you’re newly engaged or in need of a new lens, this course is essential. You’ll be equipped to set a Biblically integrated and practically grounded vision for sex, marriage and the calling to steward the gift of pleasure and intimacy. This course is pivotal as you begin to unlearn unhelpful perspectives and sift through shame, lies and painful messages you’ve received over the years. Learn more . Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. This is a SWEET community of women, connected with the purpose of seeking God’s heart for their reclaiming a redeemed view of sex and sexuality. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to Heaven in Your Home: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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225. Intentional Intimacy: Moments of Margin
06/16/2025
225. Intentional Intimacy: Moments of Margin
In this first episode of the Intentional Intimacy summer series, Francie shares a powerful truth: intimacy doesn’t thrive in a rush—it grows in margin. Discover how small moments of white space, like a morning hug or a slow walk, can open the door to deeper connection in your marriage. This is your invitation to pause, check in, and create room for love to grow—one simple habit at a time. Resources and Invitation to Go Deeper: Brand New Before & After You Say I Do Masterclass A 90-minute masterclass for engaged and married women who want clarity, confidence, and connection when it comes to sex in marriage. If you've ever wondered: What should we expect on our wedding night? How do we prepare without fear or shame? What’s okay—and what’s not? How do we build trust, connection, and joy? This class is for you. Real talk. Faithful perspective. Honest guidance. So you can start your marriage—emotionally, spiritually, and physically—on solid ground. 201 Course: Permission for Pleasure, Orgasm 101 - From Pre-Orgasmic to Orgasm This 90-minute masterclass is a deep dive into embracing God’s good design for your body and the gift of intimacy in marriage. Francie Winslow offers practical, faith-based guidance on arousal, pleasure, and connection, equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to fully experience intimacy with joy and freedom. Whether you're navigating challenges or simply want to deepen your connection, this session is an invitation to step into intimacy that is naked, unashamed, and full of joy. Get Access . 101 Course: Strong Foundations to Starting Well - Claiming a Healthy Vision for Married Sex To build a love that lasts, you must begin with a strong foundation. Whether you’re newly engaged or in need of a new lens, this course is essential. You’ll be equipped to set a Biblically integrated and practically grounded vision for sex, marriage and the calling to steward the gift of pleasure and intimacy. This course is pivotal as you begin to unlearn unhelpful perspectives and sift through shame, lies and painful messages you’ve received over the years. Learn more . Get Connected Inside the Circle Group Mentorship Keep learning and get direct access to Francie! Join the Circle group mentorship. This is a SWEET community of women, connected with the purpose of seeking God’s heart for their reclaiming a redeemed view of sex and sexuality. Inside the Circle, we talk practicals and get support to grow. Learn more here: Donate to Heaven in Your Home: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! . Connect with Francie:
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