Sex for Saints Episode 78 - Guilt, Shame, and Eroticism
Oct 18, 2019
A recent survey reveals that 40% of married women experience guilt and shame about sex. This discussion dives into the origins of these feelings and why they can be harmful. The conversation promotes the 'Say Yes to the Sex 30-Day Challenge' as a way to enhance intimacy. Listeners are encouraged to challenge cultural norms and embrace eroticism and fantasies to improve their sexual relationships. Insightful anecdotes and community perspectives emphasize the need for open dialogue and better sexual education.
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Sources of Guilt and Shame
- Many married women feel guilt and shame about sex due to societal and religious conditioning.
- Understanding these feelings is the first step to overcoming them and improving sexual well-being.
Know Your Genitalia
- Examine and understand what your genitalia looks like to reduce shame.
- Use a mirror to become comfortable, as all vulvas are unique and normal.
Difference Between Guilt and Shame
- Guilt involves feeling you have done something wrong; shame is feeling something is wrong with you.
- This distinction helps clarify and address feelings around sex more effectively.