• Sex, Power, and Abuse: Why Refusing Intimacy Isn’t Punishment

  • Jan 20 2025
  • Length: 23 mins
  • Podcast

Sex, Power, and Abuse: Why Refusing Intimacy Isn’t Punishment

  • Summary

  • Join licensed trauma therapist Tabitha Westbrook as she breaks down the myths and realities of women’s sexual desires, intimacy challenges, and power dynamics within destructive relationships. In this episode of Hey Tabi, you’ll hear:

    • Why Sexual Refusal Isn’t Punishment but a boundary-setting measure
    • The Effects of Domestic Abuse and Coercive Control on marital intimacy
    • Common Myths and Harmful Beliefs about women’s sexuality in faith contexts
    • The Role of Self-Care and Respect in healthy intimacy
    • Practical Steps toward emotional safety, healing, and rebuilding trust

    By examining Christian faith through a lens of trauma-informed care, Tabitha offers a message of hope and empowerment for anyone navigating abuse and coercive control. Tune in for crucial insights on recognizing unhealthy patterns and fostering genuine, respectful connections.

    Keywords: Sex and Power, Intimacy Issues, Christian Faith, Domestic Abuse, Coercive Control, Women’s Sexual Desires, Trauma Therapist, Marital Boundaries, Healthy Relationships, Hey Tabi Podcast

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