Therapist Sam Jolman joins the podcast to discuss reconnecting masculinity with innocence, joy, and awe. They explore emotional intimacy in male sexuality, reclaiming sexual innocence as a gift from God, and embracing awe in relationships. The conversation also covers Jesus's compassion, healing shame, and restoring innocence through therapy and faith.
Reconnecting God-given sexuality with innocence, awe, and joy is crucial for men's healing and fulfillment.
Open conversations about sexual experiences and histories can lead to understanding, compassion, and healing in relationships.
Deep dives
Recovering Innocence and Awe in Male Sexuality
Recovering innocence and awe in male sexuality is crucial for healing. Shame often separates men from their lover's heart, leading to struggles with sexuality. By restoring a sense of awe, sexual innocence can be recovered. Embracing kindness and attachment, rather than contempt, is the key to overcoming shame and rediscovering the beauty and wonder in sexuality.
Nurturing the Lover's Heart in Men and Women
Men and women carry sexual stories that need healing and tenderness. Couples can engage in open conversations about their sexual experiences and histories to foster understanding and compassion. The path to restoring innocence and healing shame involves embracing vulnerability, kindness, and attachment in relationships.
The Healing Power of Christ in Sexuality
Christ offers profound healing and restoration in matters of sexuality. By inviting Jesus into their sexual lives, individuals and couples can experience a renewal of innocence and intimacy. The redemptive work of Christ focuses on reclaiming purity and belonging for both men and women.
Parental Guidance and Support for Children's Sexuality
Parents play a vital role in guiding and nurturing their children's sexuality. Reading resources like the mentioned book can provide valuable insights for mothers of boys and fathers of sons. Creating open and supportive environments for discussing sexuality can help children develop healthy attitudes towards intimacy and relationships.
In our sex-saturated world, it might seem surprising that men need more talk about sex. But the reality is that sexuality is one of the most neglected aspects of most men's lives. In this podcast, John invites therapist Sam Jolman into the studio to talk about how to reconnect God-given sexuality with innocence, awe, and joy.
Show Notes: Sam Jolman's new book, The Sex Talk You Never Got, is available wherever books are sold. His website is SamJolman.com.