Not Safe for Worship Shame Ethics Lead to Harm
Aug 14, 2024
This week dives into the complexities of sexual shame and its failure to prevent unhealthy behaviors. The hosts tackle the impact of shame on sexual identity and the crucial need for better sexual education. They humorously analyze accountability software in the Christian community and discuss the surprising evolution of a sexual integrity organization. Further, they confront the unique challenges women face regarding sexuality and critique the absurdity of guilt surrounding masturbation, all while advocating for open conversations about body autonomy.
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Dish Soap Teeth-Brushing Punishment
- Wild Violet shares childhood experience of brushing teeth with dish soap as punishment.
- She advises preferring yellow dish soap over blue for less terrible taste.
Shame Ethics Increase Sexual Harm
- Shame-based sexual ethics increase risks of sexual assault and predation.
- The shame primes people to approach sexuality with guilt, causing confusion and harm.
Masturbation Confusion and Shame
- Transvangelical shares misunderstanding that masturbating meant being gay and going to hell.
- This arose from confusing sexuality with guilt around touching one's own body.