Episode 54: Ending Shame: Conversations about Sex, Shame, and Sexual Abuse

Peggy Author

Episode Description:

This episode originally aired on YouTube. The links mentioned are further down in the description

For too long, we've lived in a society where there is silence and secrecy around sex, sexuality and sexual abuse. It’s time (well actually, long overdue) for us to end the silence so we can end the shame and stigma.

In today’s episode, I talk about about the challenges and benefits of having these conversations, some of the issues that might come up around it, and why we need more open, honest conversations (even the awkward ones) to finally end the shame so many survivors carry.

I'll share how that deep-rooted shame and stigma impacts everything from our survivor experience; difficulty in sexual relationships; parents struggling with how to talk to their children around these issues; and people questioning their desires as they age.

No matter what generation you’re from, this conversation is for you.

The more we get comfortable getting uncomfortable and vulnerable, the more we can change toxic societal expectations and even change the incidence of future sexual abuse.

Join the conversation. Share anything that came to mind as you watched. Maybe consider sharing this episode if you’d like to join the movement to end the shame we’ve carried far too long.

Links mentioned:

Sexual abuse and your body's natural response to sexual stimulation: https://youtu.be/aAcgOpv2OZM

Changing Lives, Changing Bodies: https://www.amazon.com/Changing-Bodies-Lives-Expanded-Relationships/dp/081292990X

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Episode Notes:

- Peggy reflects on sharing a video about sexual abuse and the subsequent conversations received over 10 years, emphasizing the importance of discussing sexual trauma openly.
- She highlights the prevalence of shame among sexual trauma survivors and stresses the need to address this shame collectively.
- She encourages viewers to share their questions, experiences, and societal influences reinforcing shame in the comments.
- Peggy discusses societal discomfort around discussing sexuality, particularly for older generations, and how shame affects individuals' comfort and agency in sexual situations.
- She advocates for open conversations about sex, aiming to reduce shame, stigma, and ultimately, instances of sexual trauma by fostering empowerment and understanding.

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