The number one barrier to rebuilding physical intimacy is intrusive thoughts, according to a survey we conducted in January 2011. This video as well as the story that precedes are excerpts from “Week 12: Restoring Intimacy” of our EMS Online course.
One betrayed spouse and EMS Weekend alumna explained her process of ridding herself of intrusive thoughts this way:
"After our period of separation, I remember the process of going back to being physically intimate was complicated and difficult for me. So many conflicting emotions. So many hopes, so many fears. Looking back, it occurs to me that the Keeper of my heart must have poured a double portion of protection over me as I waded into these deep waters. After being wounded my heart was extra sensitive, so it was easy for even a well-meaning friend to say something that would cause more harm than help. Thankfully though, healing words were also spoken to me during this part of my journey, so I was protected from any long-term issues that may have risen up from the less than understanding words that I received. As I write this I am praying that...
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