Sexual dysfunction of any kind can be… uhhh… difficult to talk about. See. It’s even hard to type about. Sexuality is such an intimate part of who we are as human beings and to talk about it openly, even with the people you love the most, can be one of the most heart-wrenching and painful things to experience. Couples who are dealing with erectile dysfunction often fall into very destructive habits of communication, including no communication at all. This episode is very candid conversation between Daniel and his wife Stacy about the ways they have walked through the erectile dysfunction journey together. Elaine Williams helps the two of them by guiding the conversation and our hope is that you will gain a lot of insight about how you and talk about the sexual dysfunction in your life. Communication crash course about sexual dysfunction Sometimes the best way to learn something new and difficult it is to see it done by someone who has been down the path ahead of you. This conversation is exactly that for sufferers of sexual dysfunction of any kind, but particularly those who have suffered from erectile dysfunction. Daniel and Stacey open up about the difficulties they faced initially when they began dating, how they spoke with Daniel’s sons about the issue, and how the journey toward a penile implant has been a burden they have carried together. It's all based around healthy communication and you will hear a great example of that on this episode of the podcast. Deciding about a course of treatment as a couple As Daniel and Stacey dealt with his erectile dysfunction together the two of them had to face the harsh realities of the success and failure of various treatments. From penis pumps to Viagra and Cialis, and finally a penile implant, the two of them had many, many difficult conversations.  The share openly about the struggles and the personal insecurities that they faced as their path unfolded before them. You won't hear a more honest conversation on any podcast, and especially about such a difficult subject. When I realized she hadn’t worried about my faithfulness because I couldn’t have sex easily, that really pissed me off! As you might imagine the reality of erectile dysfunction brings many unexpected situations and thoughts into the mind of a man's spouse.  Is Stacey Canfield was preparing herself for Daniel’s penile implant surgery she was faced with the reality that she had never worried about him being faithful to her because she knew he couldn't readily cheat on her. But with that facts changing 3 surgical procedure it was something she felt they needed to talk about. On this episode you will hear Daniel's reaction to her confession and how the two of them handle it together. It's a great example of clear communication and love conquering all. We’re putting together resources to help you communicate about sexual dysfunction. Whether you struggle with erectile dysfunction, infertility,  premature ejaculation,  or any of a number of other sexual dysfunctions, communication with your partner is something you can't afford to be weak at. Daniel and team at broken boner radio are putting together many resources to help you learn the communication skills you need in order to work through the physical issues you may face as a united couple. You can find many resources on the website so take some time to explore and discover the tools that can help you create a better marriage in spite of the sexual dysfunction she may be facing. Outline of this great episode [0:33] Daniel’s introduction of this episode with his wife Stacey. [1:42] What it’s like for Stacey to step into her relationship with Daniel and his 3 sons. [3:16] How Stacey first discovered Daniel’s erectile dysfunction and how she dealt with it. [7:12] Daniel’s response to Stacey that built trust & intimacy in spite of the sexual dysfunction. [8:45] The treatments they sought together and that results that came from it. [11:19] The last alternative: a penile implant - and Daniel’s conversation with his sons. [12:56] Stacey’s appointment with Dr. Goldstein’s sexual therapist about the procedure. [15:39] How things are different since the surgery. [17:21] The behavior shifts Stacey has seen in Daniel since the surgery. [19:25] How the head games have changed for Daniel since his surgery. [20:57] How you can connect with Elaine. [21:44] The language links to help you communicate better about issues of sexual dysfunction. [22:18] The “Ladies Lounge” on the website. Resources & Links mentioned in this episode www.ElaineWilliams.com San Diego Sexual Medicine Â