{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Unashamed Unafraid","title":"EP 233: Live Unashamed - Sex Is Not the Problem","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/9ab458f4\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2411,"description":"In this episode of Unashamed Unafraid, the hosts discuss healthy, non-compulsive sexuality in recovery and emphasize that sex isn’t the problem—shame is. They share experiences of growing up with little guidance, early sexual curiosity and experimentation, exposure to pornography in the internet age, and how silence and shame intensified addiction. The conversation reframes sexuality as sacred and God-given, meant for connection and creation, while warning that misuse can damage relationships with God and others. They stress normalizing frank, respectful conversations, creating safety and boundaries in marriage, and seeking help through therapy and resources like Jennifer Finlayson-Fife. They explore six types of intimacy, explain how unmet emotional needs become sexualized, and challenge listeners to ask what sex means to them and if married, what their spouse hears when they request sex.\nMake a donation and become an Outsider!\nFollow us on social media! Instagram, Facebook & TikTok\nSubscribe to our YouTube\nCheck out our recommended resources\nWant to rep the message? Shop our MERCH!  \nFor more inspiration, read our blog\nDo you have a story you are willing to share? Send us an email! contact@unashamedunafraid.com\nTimestamps:\n00:43 Is Sex The Problem?\n01:04 Early Shame And Silence\n03:46 Internet Porn And Shame\n06:10 Talking With Kids\n08:14 Sex Sacred Not Secret\n11:23 Healthy Sex And Humor\n13:32 How To Start The Conversation\n15:22 Resources And Cultural Shame\n17:25 Utah OnlyFans Joke\n17:49 Therapy Reframes Sex\n18:56 Five Month Reset\n20:29 Asking Without Shame\n22:58 Six Types of Intimacy\n26:06 Needs Behind Desire\n31:11 Safety and Boundaries\n34:27 Receiving Pleasure\n35:23 Sex Reveals Healing\n36:52 Challenges and Wrap Up","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/xBq0be7ZF-X6TyZj47iS9o16I19puDtXlnLtw6sBN1s/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/Lzk5NTgvMTcwNTEy/MjA3Ny1hcnR3b3Jr/LmpwZw.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}