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How Often Should We be Intimate?

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It's common for married couples to ask, "how often should we be physically
intimate?" While there's no rule, Jim Daly speaks to Dr. Michael Sytsma and Shaunti
Feldhahn on why many couples struggle to agree on frequency. You'll also hear John and the
Smalley's offer encouragement to couples who are struggling to enjoy sex.
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