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This episode is your permission slip to breathe, let go of unrealistic expectations, and finally talk about the real ways anxiety impacts your sex life. Michelle and Shan pull back the curtain on what itâs like to navigate marriage, intimacy, and mental health as Christian wives and moms. If you've ever felt too overwhelmed to connect with your spouse, this one's for you.
đŻ In this episode, youâll learn:
How anxiety, stress, and perfectionism quietly affect your connection with your spouse
Why âtouched outâ isnât just a feelingâitâs a nervous system issue
Simple breath prayers that can help reset your mind and body before intimacy
The importance of recognizing different types of intimacy (and how to prioritize them)
How to communicate when you feel emotionally and physically overstimulated
Why managing your anxiety holistically can change your sex life
The role of essential oils and sensory cues in preparing your mind for intimacy
How perfectionism and purity culture create pressure that blocks connection
Encouragement for moms who feel disconnected or like theyâve âlost the sparkâ
Shanâs personal journey from burnout to balanceâand how sheâs helping other moms do the same
đ SEO Keywords:
Christian intimacy podcast, anxiety and marriage, touched out moms, Christian marriage advice, marriage after burnout, holistic stress management, Christian sex life, intimacy and mental health, intentional marriage, overwhelmed moms and intimacy
đ Connect with Shan Wright:
Podcast: Holistic Moms Podcast
Instagram: @theShanWright
đ˛ Stay Connected with Michelle + Rip It Off Podcast:
Instagram: @ripitoffpodcast // @itsmemichellecastro
YouTube: @itsmemichellecastro
Podcast on Apple: Rip It Off Podcast
Email: [email protected]
Join the Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ripitoffcommunityđ§ Donât forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who needs it!Letâs rip off the shame and start building intimacy thatâs honest, healthy, and holy. đ
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In this unfiltered, truth-filled episode, Michelle sits down with Brittany Poppy for a raw conversation on healing after abortion, the lasting impact of purity culture, and how shame can strangle intimacy in marriage. Brittany shares how God met her in her lowest moment and began a beautiful journey of redemptionârestoring her heart, her view of sex, and her marriage. This is a must-listen for any woman struggling with regret, battling shame, or craving real, God-honoring intimacy.
đĄ What Youâll Hear in This Episode:
Brittanyâs honest story of healing after an abortion at 17
The emotional and spiritual weight of secrecyâand how confession brings freedom
Why intimacy in marriage suffers when shame goes unaddressed
The long shadow of purity culture and the need to reframe biblical sex
How daily renewal of the mind (Romans 12:2 style) leads to real healing
What biblical intimacy actually meansâand why itâs more than just sex
Navigating different love languages when one is physical touch and the other is⌠not
How God uses books, podcasts, and community to rewrite broken mindsets
Encouragement for moms carrying shame: God is not done with your story
đĽ Soundbites Worth Repeating:
âItâs a constant renewing of your mind.â
âYou are not defined by your past.â
âGod can redeem anything from our past.â
âIntimacy is so much more than that.â
âWe want intimacy. It is great. It is beautiful.â
⨠This episode is for you if youâve ever wonderedâŚ
Can God really forgive me after abortion?
Why do I still struggle with intimacy, even in marriage?
Is it possible to overcome the shame purity culture left behind?
How can I talk to my kids about sex in a way thatâs truthful AND grace-filled?
đ Friend, this is the real stuffâthe gritty, healing, Jesus-centered truth you didnât know you needed. Press play and letâs rip it off.
đ§ Loved this episode?Leave a quick reviewâit helps more women find the freedom and truth theyâre craving! And letâs stay connected:
đ¸ Instagram: @itsmemichellecastro | @ripitoffpodcastđş YouTube: @itsmemichellecastroâ Support the Podcast: BuyMeACoffee.com/itsmemichellecastro
đ Connect with Brittany Poppe:đ Website: brittanypoppe.comđ§ Podcast: Does God Forgive Abortion?đ¸ Instagram: @brittanypoppeđ§ Hear Brittanyâs Full Story: Growth Against the Grain Podcast - Episode 318
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In this candid and empowering episode, Michelle Castro sits down with Alana and Tiera from Kingdom Sexuality to break down the often-taboo subject of intimacy in marriage. Alana and Tiera share their journey from the founding of their ministry to creating a safe space for open conversations about sex and sexuality within Christian marriages.
They explore how purity culture can impact our view of sex, the importance of understanding our bodies, and why pleasure and communication are essential in a thriving marriage. They also offer practical advice for womenâespecially busy momsâon how to navigate intimacy while maintaining sexual confidence.
This episode is packed with raw honesty and real-life advice for couples who want to embrace God's design for marriage and intimacy.
Key Takeaways:
Kingdom Sexuality was founded in 2020 after Alana's postpartum experience, with the goal of fostering honest, open conversations about sex in Christian marriage.
Purity culture often leaves us feeling confused and disconnected when it comes to intimacy in marriageâthis episode sheds light on how to break free from that mindset.
Women should prioritize their sexual pleasure and understand their bodies for greater sexual confidence and deeper intimacy.
Kingdom Sexuality provides a safe, shame-free space for discussing sexual struggles in marriage, helping couples navigate touch, communication, and pleasure.
Practical advice for busy moms: take time to reset before intimacy, communicate openly with your spouse, and use all five senses to deepen your connection.
Itâs OK to feel nervous about talking openly about sex. Start small, and let open conversations bring healing and freedom to your marriage.
Understanding your bodyâs natural signals is key to sexual confidence. Don't wait for your doctor to teach you about your bodyâtake charge and learn about yourself!
God created us for pleasure and procreationâsexual intimacy within marriage is a gift meant to be enjoyed and celebrated.
Sound Bites:
âWe are allowed to talk about this.â
âGod just opens the doors to where you need to go.â
âGod created this. He wants this.â
âThis is a way that you can actually just fully relax.â
âYou need to communicate more to your husband.â
Resources:
Visit Kingdom Sexuality Ministry at kingdomsexualityministry.com for more resources, sex challenges, and their membership club.
Join the Kingdom Sexuality Podcast Community on Facebook to connect with others and dive into meaningful conversations.
Follow Kingdom Sexuality on Instagram for more content on Christian sexuality and marriage.
đ Connect With Me + Join the Community:đ¸ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ripitoffpodcastđĽ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@itsmemichellecastrođ§ Email: [email protected]â Support the show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/itsmemichellecastro
Keywords: Kingdom Sexuality, Christian sexuality, intimacy, communication in marriage, pleasure, purity culture, women's health, sexual confidence, open conversations about sex, marriage advice, Christian marriage podcast
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In this premiere episode of Rip It Off, Michelle Castroâa wife, girl mom, and redeemed âgood Christian girlââgets real about the shame, confusion, and wrong theology so many Christian women carry into marriage when it comes to sex and intimacy. She shares her personal journey of breaking free, hearing Godâs call, and launching a new conversation rooted in biblical truth. If youâve ever felt stuck, ashamed, or disconnected in your marriage, this episode is your fresh start. Letâs rip off the shame and step into freedomâtogether.
⨠Topics Covered:
Growing up in the church with limited teaching on intimacy
Breaking free from shame and purity culture
Godâs true design for sex and marriage
The lies the enemy uses to steal intimacy
Foundational scriptures for healing and hope
đ Pillar Verses:
Genesis 2:24
John 10:10
Romans 8:1
Deuteronomy 31:8
Jeremiah 32:27
Song of Solomon 4:7
đ Connect with Michelle:Instagram: @ripitoffpodcastYouTube: @itsmemichellecastroEmail: [email protected]â Support the podcast: buymeacoffee.com/itsmemichellecastro
đ Tags / Keywords:Christian marriage, biblical intimacy, sex and marriage, Christian women, purity culture, marriage healing, Christian podcast, intimacy in marriage, freedom from shame, Michelle Castro
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đ Welcome to the Rip It Off Podcast!
Hey friend! Iâm Michelle Castroâwife, mom, and your resident bandaid ripper, ready to have the hard conversations about sex, marriage, and biblical intimacy.
For too long, Christian women have been weighed down by purity culture baggage, shame, and confusion when it comes to sex in marriage. But hereâs the truth: God designed sex to be good, joyful, and a powerful connection in marriage. Itâs time to break free from fear and step into the beauty of His design!
What You Can Expect from This Podcast:đ Biblical truth about sex, intimacy, and marriageđĽ Real, raw, and honest conversationsâno more tiptoeing around the tough stuff!đŹ Encouragement from expertsâauthors, counselors, and real women like you⨠Topics like: keeping passion alive, overcoming shame, rebuilding intimacy, body confidence, and yes⌠even spicing things up in a God-honoring way!
đ¨ New episodes drop every Thursday! Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.
đ If this podcast blesses you, would you take a quick second to leave a review? Your support helps more women find truth, freedom, and joy in their marriage.
đ˛ Letâs connect!đ§ Email: [email protected]đ Podcast: đş YouTube: @itsmemichellecastrođ¸ Instagram: @itsmemichellecastro or @ripitoffpodcast
I canât wait to rip off the lies and step into freedom, truth, and joyâtogether! đ
