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The Spirituality of Sexuality with Juli Slattery

Feb 7, 2024
Juli Slattery, president of Authentic Intimacy, discusses the silence and polarity around sexuality, the spiritual aspect of sex, differences between sex inside and outside of marriage, misconceptions surrounding women and men's sexuality, and the impact of purity culture.
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Quick takeaways

  • Sex is a spiritual experience that requires vulnerability, acceptance, and commitment.
  • Cohabitation lacks the commitment and covenantal aspect of marriage, leading to less stability in relationships.

Deep dives

The Importance of Challenging Misconceptions and Having Open Conversations about Sex

In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss the importance of addressing misconceptions and having open conversations about sex. They emphasize the need to move beyond the binary of purity culture and the negative stereotypes surrounding female and male sexuality. The hosts highlight the power dynamics and fantasies portrayed in books like 'Fifty Shades of Grey' and explain the appeal it had for many women. They also encourage a more nuanced understanding of sexuality, stressing that it goes beyond the physical act of sex and encompasses aspects of identity, social interactions, and emotional connections.

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