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Feel like you're barely hanging on, running on fumes, and avoiding intimacy because you're just too tired? Sis, youâre not aloneâand itâs NOT just your age or hormones. This episode is your wake-up call: the exhaustion you're feeling isn't normal, and God never called you to live worn out and disconnected!
đŹ Episode Summary:In this powerhouse episode, Michelle Castro sits down with holistic health coach Michelle McCoy to bust the lies women believe about midlife, marriage, and intimacy. From brain fog and fatigue to feeling disconnected in your marriage, they pull back the curtain on the real struggles Christian wives faceâand how to rise above them. Whether you're in perimenopause, dealing with pelvic pain, or wondering why your libido left the building, this conversation will meet you right where you are. Thereâs hope, healing, and a whole lot of truth packed in here!
đĄ What You'll Learn:
The BIG lie women believe about midlife exhaustionâand how to rip it off
What high-functioning fatigue looks like (yep, that might be you!)
How physical health and intimacy are deeply connected
The truth about painful sex, vaginal dryness, and pelvic floor issues
Why communication with your husband is criticalâand how to start
How to rest Godâs way without guilt or hustle
Simple, soul-honoring steps to rebuild energy and joy
đ Call to Action:Friend, your body, marriage, and soul were made for more than survival mode. You were designed to THRIVE. If this hit home, donât keep it to yourselfâshare this episode with a sister who needs some serious hope. đ§ And if you're ready to go deeper into God's design for intimacy, grab your seat inside Naked & Unashamedâthe course thatâs setting Christian wives FREE in their bedroom and beyond!
⨠Learn more about Naked & Unashamed here: bit.ly/31dayjourneyuse NAKED10 to save 10%
đ Follow on Instagram: @ripitoffpodcastđ§ Listen on Apple: https://bit.ly/ripitoffpodcastđ§ Listen on Spotify: https://bit.ly/ripitoffspotifyđş Watch on YouTube: @itsmemichellecastrođŹ Join the FB Community: RIP IT OFF Communityđ Website: itsmemichellecastro.comđŠ Email: 13 Types of Intimacyâď¸ Support the show: Buy Me a Coffee
đ Keywords:Christian marriage, midlife intimacy, perimenopause fatigue, Christian wives, marriage and sex, holistic health, brain fog, biblical rest, pelvic floor, Christian womanhood, intimacy over 40
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đŁ START HERE:If this episode stirred something in youâdon't ignore it. Start your healing journey today with the Naked and Unashamed: 31-Day Journey and begin ripping off the lies that have kept your heart shut down. Grab your copy at bit.ly/31dayjourney and use code NAKED10 to save 10%!
⨠Plus, download my FREE resource: 13 Types of IntimacyLetâs rediscover what God actually meant by intimacyâtogether.
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You love your husband, but deep down, somethingâs off. You feel disconnected, exhausted, and maybe even a little numb. You keep saying you're tired⌠but your heart knows thereâs more. If youâve been stuck in a loop of guilt, confusion, or avoidance around intimacyâthis episode is for you. Letâs break the silence, sister. You're not broken. You're not alone. You're seen.
đĽ Episode Summary:In this bold and tender third installment of the âNaked and Unashamedâ series, Michelle Castro gets raw about something many Christian wives quietly wrestle with: low desire and intimacy avoidance. If youâve ever wondered, âWhatâs wrong with me?â when it comes to sex and connection in your marriageâthis mini-sode will speak straight to your soul.
Michelle gently challenges the lie that exhaustion is the end of the story. She reminds us that healing isnât found in avoidance but in honest explorationâphysically, emotionally, and spiritually. And she powerfully reframes desire as a God-given gift, not a source of shame. No more survival-mode marriage. Itâs time to go deeper.
đ§ In This Episode, Youâll Discover:
Why âIâm just tiredâ might be hiding a deeper disconnection
The truth about desire and why itâs not sinful or selfish
How avoidance and guilt are keeping you from healing
What to do when prayer alone isnât âfixingâ your sex life
Practical, grace-filled ways to invite God into your intimacy
A powerful invitation to rediscover God's design for connection
đŹ Stay Connected:đ¸ Instagram: @ripitoffpodcastđ Apple: Listen on Apple Podcastsđ§ Spotify: Listen on Spotifyđş YouTube: Watch EpisodesđŠâđŠâđ§ FB Community: RIP IT OFF Communityđ Website: itsmemichellecastro.comđŠ Email: [email protected]â Support the show: Buy Me a Coffee
đ Keywords:Christian marriage, intimacy in marriage, low libido, Christian wives, faith and sex, biblical intimacy, emotional connection, God and sex, Christian womanhood, intimacy challenges, healing marriage
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Mama, weâre going there todayâand you are NOT alone. If youâve ever whispered the word âpornâ and hoped your kids never asked questions, this episode is your breakthrough moment. Weâre ditching the shame, breaking generational silence, and replacing fear with freedom.
đŹ Episode Summary:In this powerful and grace-filled episode, Michelle sits down with author, speaker, and truth-teller Greta Eskridge to tackle one of the hardest topics in Christian parenting: pornography. Greta shares her raw, redemptive journey of healing from her husbandâs porn addiction and affairâoffering wisdom, vulnerability, and real-life tools to help parents lead their children with courage and compassion. This isnât about fear-mongering. Itâs about being proactive, biblical, and bold in a world where exposure to porn is not a matter of ifâbut when.
Greta equips you with conversation starters for little ones and teens alike, and reminds every mama listening: God chose YOU on purpose to guide your kids through these conversations. His grace is enough, no matter where your familyâs been.
đ In This Episode, You'll Learn:
Why healing from porn addiction is a process, not a one-time eventâand how God redeems the journey
How to begin safe, age-appropriate conversations with kids as young as 3
The truth about pornâs accessibility, and why even daughters are at risk
What to do if your child has already been exposed (hint: itâs not too late)
How to shift from a shame-based silence to a home full of openness, compassion, and truth
The 3-step plan every kid needs: Stop. Walk. Talk.
Why your familyâs culture of intimacy, honesty, and grace matters more than ever
đ Call to Action:Mama, itâs time to rip off the lie that says this topic is too much, too awkward, or too late. You were chosen to lead your family through this with truth and tenderness. Grab Gretaâs book Itâs Time to Talk to Your Kids About Pornâand start those conversations today. God's not overwhelmedâand you donât have to be either. Youâve got this. đŞâ¨
đ Stay connected, grab your free gift, and letâs walk this out together:đ˛ Instagram: @ripitoffpodcastđ Apple: https://bit.ly/ripitoffpodcastđ§ Spotify: https://bit.ly/ripitoffspotifyâśď¸ YouTube: @itsmemichellecastrođ RIP IT OFF FB Community: Join heređ Website: itsmemichellecastro.comđ§ Email: 13 Types of Intimacy Guideâ Support the show: buymeacoffee.com/itsmemichellecastro
đ Keywords:Christian parenting, talking to kids about porn, Greta Eskridge, Christian marriage, faith-based parenting, biblical intimacy, raising kids in purity, porn addiction recovery, Christian women, family tech boundaries, gospel hope, healing from betrayal
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Have you ever felt awkward, ashamed, or even âtoo muchâ for wanting your husband? For asking for intimacy? For daring to go first? Girl, youâre not brokenâyouâre brave. And in this mini-soad, weâre ripping off one of the biggest lies thatâs kept Christian wives silent in their bedrooms for way too long.
đŹ EPISODE SUMMARY:In todayâs Summer Minisode, Michelle is tearing into a topic that makes a lot of Christian women squirm: initiating sex. Somewhere along the way, we were sold the idea that desire in women is shameful, even sinfulâbut thatâs not what God says. Youâll hear powerful truth about why desiring your husband is not desperate, and how initiating intimacy is actually a beautiful, bold expression of connection and honesty in marriage.
This bite-sized truth bomb is ripped straight from the Naked and Unashamed 31-day journeyâa must-have for Christian women ready to ditch performance and reclaim passion.
⨠WHAT YOUâLL LEARN:
Why initiating sex doesnât make you desperateâit makes you connected
How cultural and church narratives have misled Christian women about desire
Why your desire is designed by God and has a holy place in your marriage
Ways to step into boldness even if it feels awkward or unfamiliar
A reminder that your voice and needs belong in your bedroom
đ CALL TO ACTION:Feeling stirred up? GOOD. Donât stop hereâgrab your copy of Naked and Unashamed, the 31-day journey for Christian women ready to stop faking it, start healing, and finally reclaim the joy and beauty of intimacy.
đ Get it here: https://bit.ly/31-dayjourneyđ Use code LAUNCH10 to save $10âonly through June 10th!
Letâs stay connected, sis!đ Instagram: @ripitoffpodcastđ Listen on Apple: https://bit.ly/ripitoffpodcastđ§ Listen on Spotify: https://bit.ly/ripitoffspotifyâśď¸ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@itsmemichellecastro/videosđ RIP IT OFF FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ripitoffcommunityđ Website: itsmemichellecastro.comđŠ Email: https://itsmemichellecastro.myflodesk.com/13typesofintimacyâ Support the podcast: buymeacoffee.com/itsmemichellecastro
đ KEYWORDS:Christian marriage, intimacy in Christian marriage, initiating sex, biblical intimacy, Christian wives and desire, sex in marriage, Godâs design for intimacy, reclaiming intimacy, Christian womanhood, healing marriage intimacy
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You've just discovered the unthinkable. Betrayal. Broken vows. And your heart is screaming, "Can anything beautiful come from this mess?" Sis, the answer is YESâbecause our God is a Redeemer of the wreckage. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on one womanâs raw, redemptive journey through infidelity to unimaginable restoration.
đ Episode Summary:Todayâs guest is Lisa Limehouseâcertified coach, global podcast host of Beauty Beyond Betrayal, and a woman whoâs lived both sides of betrayal. But this isnât just a story of devastationâitâs a story of resurrection. Lisa walks us through her shock discovery of her husbandâs affair, the separation, the heartbreak⌠and the complete, miraculous turnaround only God could write.
From calling off a divorce to coaching other couples through sexual trauma and healing, Lisa unpacks the hard truths, the hopeful promises, and the biblical blueprint for rebuilding trust, connection, and yesâeven a fulfilling sex lifeâafter betrayal. If youâve ever wondered if God can make beauty from ashes, friend, you need this conversation.
⨠What Youâll Learn:
Why betrayal doesn't disqualify your marriage from God's redemptive plan
The top 3 lies couples believe about sex after betrayalâand the truth that sets them free
How true healing starts with the individual before it can touch the marriage
What the Bible says about intimacy, oneness, and rebuilding connection Godâs way
Five practical, powerful steps to restore emotional and physical intimacy
Why you must invite God into your healing and your bedroom (yep, we went there!)
How Lisa and her husband lead couples through immersive 2-day intensives for deep healing
đ Call to Action:Friend, donât stay stuck in the lies of shame, fear, or hopelessness. You are not alone, and your marriage is not beyond repair. Godâs redemption story may look different than you imagined, but it will always be good. Reclaim your intimacy, your identity, and your hopeâstarting today. đĽ
đŁ Letâs keep walking this road together:
đ˛ Instagram: @ripitoffpodcastđ§ Listen on Apple | Spotifyđş Watch on YouTube𫶠Join the RIP IT OFF FB Communityđ More at: itsmemichellecastro.comđŠ Email: 13 Types of Intimacyâď¸ Support the show: Buy Michelle a Coffee
đ Keywords:Christian marriage healing, betrayal trauma recovery, godly intimacy, sex after infidelity, biblical marriage restoration, Christian wife encouragement, emotional safety in marriage, Beauty Beyond Betrayal, Lisa Limehouse, Michelle Castro podcast
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đ¨ START HERE, FRIEND!Are you ready to stop hiding, stop second-guessing, and finally step into the freedom God designed for your marriage bed? Then grab your copy of Naked and Unashamed: A 31-Day Journey right now and start healing what shame has stolen.
đĽ Use code: launch10 at checkout to save $10 â only through June 10th!đ bit.ly/31dayjourney
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Can you relate?Have you ever turned off the lights, braced yourself, and tried to disappear in your own marriage bed? If body image battles have whispered lies that your shape is a problem or your worth is tied to your waistlineâthis oneâs for you. Itâs time to rip off the shame and walk boldly in the truth that your body is not a burdenâitâs a blessing.
đŹ EPISODE SUMMARY:In this power-packed mini-sode, Michelle Castro kicks off the summer series with a truth bomb that every Christian wife needs to hear: your body is not ruining your sex lifeâshame is. Drawing straight from her new ebook Naked and Unashamed, Michelle gets raw and real about the struggles women face when it comes to body image, desire, and confidence in intimacy.
With her signature boldness and Biblical grounding, Michelle speaks directly into the heart of every woman who has ever hidden under the covers, questioned her worth, or felt unworthy of pleasure. From postpartum curves to perimenopause changes, she reminds us what God actually says about our bodiesâand it's a far cry from what the world or our inner critic might say.
⨠YOUâLL LEARN:
Why your thighs, stretch marks, or shape were never the problem
How shame sneaks into the bedroom and how to kick it out
What Genesis 1 reveals about the truth and beauty of your body
How to believe your husband when he says youâre beautiful
Where the line is between honoring your body and obsessing over it
How to fuel your body with care without making it an idol
The truth about Godâs design for intimacyâwithout guilt or hiding
đĽ READY FOR MORE TRUTH?Friend, itâs time to stop apologizing for the body God called very good. If youâre ready to reclaim pleasure and redeem the design for intimacy in your marriage, grab your copy of Naked and Unashamed: A 31-Day Journey today. Use code launch10 by June 10th to save $10!
Letâs keep this truth train rollingâdonât miss next weekâs mini-sode: "Initiating Without Shame" đ
đ Connect, share, and walk in truth together:đ Instagram: @ripitoffpodcastđ Apple: https://bit.ly/ripitoffpodcastđ§ Spotify: https://bit.ly/ripitoffspotifyđş YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@itsmemichellecastro/videosđŹ RIP IT OFF FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ripitoffcommunityđ Website: itsmemichellecastro.comđŠ Email: 13 Types of Intimacyâď¸ Support the show: buymeacoffee.com/itsmemichellecastro
đ KEYWORDS:Christian marriage, body image and intimacy, Christian wives, biblical intimacy, reclaiming pleasure, Christian sex podcast, sex and shame, confidence in marriage, female desire, gospel and body image, Genesis and intimacy
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đ STEP INTO FREEDOM (right now):You donât have to pretend everythingâs âfineâ anymore.NAKED AND UNASHAMED is here. đđź
This 31-day journey was created for the Christian wife whoâs ready to stop Googling in secret, start healing in truth, and finally feel seenâspiritually, emotionally, and sexually.Each day includes bold truth, scripture, guided prayers, and journaling prompts to help you reconnect with your body, your husband, and the God who sees you.
đ Grab it now: @ripitoffpodcastđ Apple Podcasts: bit.ly/ripitoffpodcastđ§ Spotify: bit.ly/ripitoffspotifyâśď¸ YouTube: @itsmemichellecastrođŹ RIP IT OFF FB Community: Join heređ Website: itsmemichellecastro.comđŠ Email: 13 Types of Intimacyđ Support the show: buymeacoffee.com/itsmemichellecastro
đ KEYWORDS:Christian marriage, biblical intimacy, sex in Christian marriage, Christian wives and sex, sexual shame, mismatched libido, faith-based intimacy, redeeming your past, Christian wife encouragement, talking to your husband about sex
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Money and sexâtwo of the most avoided topics in marriages⌠and church. But in this wildly honest and refreshingly real episode of RIP IT OFF, host Michelle Castro sits down with Shana and Vanessa, aka The Budget Besties, to rip the shame and silence off these taboo subjects.
From naked budget meetings (yes, really) to breaking generational money mindsets, this episode dives deep into how financial intimacy can radically transform not just your bank accountâbut your marriage. The trio also tackle faith-based money myths, the emotional baggage we bring into our marriages, and why learning to manage your money is one of the most powerful ways to honor Godâs calling.
Whether you're dealing with credit card chaos, silent financial stress, or that awkward âwe need to talkâ money convo with your spouseâthis episode is your safe, fun, Jesus-filled permission slip to get real and get free.
đĽ What Youâll Learn:
The surprising connection between financial and sexual intimacy
Why budgeting isn't about restrictionâit's about restoration
How Christian women can honor God by mastering their money
What financial peace really looks like (hint: itâs not just a bigger paycheck)
Why âIâm just bad with moneyâ is a lie you have to rip off
đĄ Big Takeaways:
Money is not neutralâitâs either running your life or serving your purpose.
Shame-free systems win: Discover how The Budget Besties help couples automate their finances, reduce conflict, and reclaim peace.
Dream again: A budget isnât a prisonâitâs a pathway to the life (and calling) you were created for.
Get your spouse on boardâeven if it starts with bourbon and a budget.
đ˘ Mentioned in This Episode:
The Budget Besties' life-changing budgeting system
The parable of the talents + how stewardship is deeply spiritual
Financial intimacy as 1 of 13 kinds of intimacy in marriage
How to bring your husband into the money convo (without a fight)
đ Special Offer:Ready to ditch the money stress and start stewarding with confidence?Use code: MICHELLE to save 10% when you visitđ budgetbesties.com/Michelle
đ Connect with Todayâs Guests:đŻââď¸ The Budget BestiesWebsite: budgetbesties.comInstagram: @thebudgetbestiesPodcast: Bougie on a Budget
đŹ Loved this episode?Tag us on Instagram @ripitoffpodcast and share your biggest âaha!â moment. Donât forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who needs a holy shift in their finances and marriage.
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What if the greatest threat to your childâs understanding of sex is your silence? Christian mama, itâs time to rip off the lies and take back what the enemy tried to twist. You donât have to dread âthe talkââyou can start a discipleship-driven conversation thatâs holy, honest, and life-giving. This episode is your wake-up call.
đŹ EPISODE SUMMARY:In this eye-opening and hope-filled conversation, Michelle Castro sits down with Kristen Miele, founder of Sex Ed Reclaimed, to shatter the myth that sex ed and Christianity are at odds. Kristen shares her powerful journey from avoiding public speaking to becoming a trusted voice in biblical sexuality education. Together, they dive deep into the wounds left by silence, fear-based teaching, and purity cultureâand how Christian parents can confidently, biblically, and practically reclaim this conversation in their homes.
This isnât about having âthe talkââitâs about building a legacy of truth and trust, one loving, age-appropriate moment at a time.
đŻ WHAT YOUâLL LEARN:
Why God designed youânot TikTokâto teach your kids about sex
How shame, silence, and fear have damaged Christian families for generations
The surprising connection between intimacy, identity, and discipleship
How to use everyday moments to open up holy conversations
Why reclaiming sex education is critical for the next generation of believers
Practical, gospel-centered tools that make it easier than you think
đ Action Starts Here:Sis, the enemy has been loud long enough. Itâs your voice your kids need most. Donât wait another day to start the conversation. Dive deeper with Kristenâs incredible resources at sexedreclaimed.com, and start rewriting your familyâs narrative around sex and intimacyâGodâs way. đ
đ KRISTEN MIELE | SEX ED RECLAIMEDđ Website & Curriculum Access: sexedreclaimed.comđ¸ Instagram: @sexedreclaimedđ Facebook: Sex Ed Reclaimed on FacebookđĽ TikTok: @sexedreclaimed on TikTokđź LinkedIn: Kristen Miele on LinkedIn
đ CONNECT WITH MICHELLE & ALL THE RIP IT OFF GOODNESSđ¸ Instagram: @ripitoffpodcastđ Listen on Apple: bit.ly/ripitoffpodcastđ§ Listen on Spotify: bit.ly/ripitoffspotifyâśď¸ YouTube: @itsmemichellecastrođŹ Join the RIP IT OFF Community: facebook.com/groups/ripitoffcommunityđ Visit the Website: itsmemichellecastro.comđŠ Email me: 13 Types of Intimacyâď¸ Support the show: buymeacoffee.com/itsmemichellecastro
đ KEYWORDS:Christian sex ed, biblical intimacy, Christian parenting, reclaiming purity culture, sex ed for Christian kids, Kristen Miele, Sex Ed Reclaimed, Christian family discipleship, faith-based parenting, Christian motherhood, talking to kids about sex, biblical sexuality, Michelle Castro, RIP IT OFF Podcast
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Have you ever whispered to yourself, âThis will never changeâŚââwhether about your marriage, your past, or the aching silence where intimacy should be? Sis, you are NOT alone. And more importantly? That is a LIE straight from the pit. There is nothingâabsolutely nothingâtoo hard for our God.
đŹ Episode Summary:In this deeply honest and spirit-stirring episode, Michelle Castro gets real about whatâs been wrecking her (in the best way): Jeremiah 32:27 and the unstoppable truth that God is never overwhelmed by your story. If shame, silence, or âstucknessâ has made you feel like youâre limping through marriage and hiding from intimacy, Michelle has a word for you: God is not done with you, and Heâs not afraid of your mess. Youâll also get the inside scoop on her brand-new voice-based community off social mediaâRip It Off: The Collectiveâwhere women are finally finding freedom in truth, connection, and vulnerability.
đ§ In this episode, youâll learn:
Why Jeremiah 32:27 just might become your new life verse
The subtle ways shame keeps Christian wives silentâand stuck
Why Godâs healing is continual, not âone and doneâ
How the Rip It Off Collective is creating real conversations about sex, marriage, and shameâaway from the scroll trap of social media
What real surrender looks like when you're desperate for change
Why you're never too late and never too far gone for Godâs redemption
đ Call to Action:Sister, if this episode stirred something in you, donât push it down. Let the Holy Spirit move. Join us in Rip It Off: The Collectiveâa private, off-social space where we speak truth, ask the hard questions, and walk this out together. You're not too broken. You're not too much. And you are definitely not alone.
đ bit.ly/ripitoffcollective (all lowercase)
đ Connect with Michelle + Dive Deeper:đ¸ Instagram: @ripitoffpodcastđ Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/ripitoffpodcastđ§ Spotify: https://bit.ly/ripitoffspotifyâśď¸ YouTube: Michelle Castro on YouTubeđŹ RIP IT OFF FB Community: Join the Groupđ Website: itsmemichellecastro.comđŠ Email: Get It Hereâď¸ Support the Show: buymeacoffee.com/itsmemichellecastro
đ Keywords:Christian marriage podcast, biblical intimacy, Christian wives and sex, shame and marriage, Jeremiah 32:27, Christian womanhood, healing and surrender, rip it off podcast, Michelle Castro, Christian community, Voxer group for wives
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You love your husband. You love Jesus. So why do you feel so disconnected in your marriage? If you've ever rolled your eyes at the idea of intimacy because you're just too tired, too touched-out, or too overwhelmedâthis episode is for YOU. The church may be silent on the subject, but we're not. It's time to pull back the curtain on whatâs really going on behind closed doorsâand why so many Christian wives are silently struggling.
đŹ Episode Summary:In this raw and refreshing episode, Michelle Castro is joined by her Australian bestie and fellow faith-filled podcaster Elyse Rooney. Together, they unpack the emotional and spiritual distance so many Christian women feel in marriageâand how intimacy (or the lack of it) is often at the root. From navigating exhaustion and resentment to shifting your mindset from âI have toâ to âI get to,â this is the conversation we all needed years ago.
The truth? Youâre not brokenâand your marriage isnât doomed. There is hope, healing, and holy connection waiting for you... but it starts with ripping the bandaid off.
đ§ Connect with Elyse Rooney:
Podcast: Christian Motherhood Conversations â https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/christian-motherhood-conversations/id1510207782
Instagram: @wholesomemumma
Website: https://wholesomemumma.com
Email: hello@ripitoffpodcast
Apple: https://bit.ly/ripitoffpodcast
Spotify: https://bit.ly/ripitoffspotify
YouTube: Michelle on YouTube
RIP IT OFF FB Community: Facebook Group
Website: itsmemichellecastro.com
Email: 13 Types of Intimacy Guideâ Support the show: Buy Me a Coffee
đ¸ Struggling with money stress in your marriage? Grab the Simplified Budget System from the Budget Besties and take the first step toward financial peace. Itâs simple, practical, and made for real life.đ budgetbesties.com/michelle â Use code MICHELLE to save 10%!
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Feeling like the âgood girlâ who waitedâbut still struggling with sex in marriage? Youâre not alone. This conversation is gonna blow the shame wide open and speak truth over your God-given design.
EPISODE SUMMARY:Yâall. This one has been a long time comingâand itâs worth every second. I finally got to sit down with the one and only Carlie Palmer-Webb (yes, the Christian Sex Educator!) and wow. We went there.
From why Christian women feel shut down around sex, to how purity culture missed the mark, to what the Bible really says (and doesnât say) about things like masturbation and vibratorsâwe rip off the layers of shame and get real about reclaiming God's very good design.
We talk about why sex is not just for him, how to embrace your sexuality without compromising your values, and how spiritual intimacy and sexual pleasure were never meant to be separate. This one is for every woman who's wondered, "Is it just me?" (Spoiler alert: it's not.)
WHAT YOU'LL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE:
Why Christian women often feel like somethingâs wrong with them sexuallyâand where that comes from
The HUGE difference between sexual desire and lust (and why that matters!)
Why shame-free sex ed for Christians is so needed
What embracing your sexuality actually looks like (hint: itâs not about flaunting it)
How to talk to your kids about their bodies without freaking out
A powerful take on vibrators, solo exploration, and what honors God in marriage
The truth about Satanâs attack on intimacyâand Godâs power to redeem it ALL
LETâS STAY CONNECTED!đŹ Share your biggest takeaway and tag us on IG!đ If this blessed you, please leave a 5-star rating & review so we can keep the truth flowing!đ Find all the resources and ways to connect below:
Instagram: @ripitoffpodcastđ§ Apple: bit.ly/ripitoffpodcastđ§ Spotify: bit.ly/ripitoffspotifyđş YouTube: @itsmemichellecastrođŻââď¸ FB Community: RIP IT OFFđ Website: itsmemichellecastro.comđŠ Email: [email protected]âď¸ FREE RESOURCE: 13 Types of Intimacyâ Support the show: buymeacoffee.com/itsmemichellecastro
KEYWORDS:Christian sex education, sexual shame, Christian marriage, intimacy, Christian women and sex, embracing sexuality, biblical view of sex, purity culture, masturbation and faith, healthy Christian sexuality, Carlie Palmer-Webb
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Feeling disconnected, checked out, or like intimacy is just another box to check in your marriage? You're not aloneâbut you don't have to stay there.
This week on the Rip It Off podcast, Michelle sits down with her real-life friend Alicia Michaelson for a raw, hilarious, and Spirit-led conversation about biblical sex and intimacy in Christian marriage. From early marriage myths to the pressure of âalways saying yes,â these two women rip off the lies and speak truth with boldness and love. If youâve ever felt like intimacy was a duty, this episode will flip the scriptâand give you hope and freedom.
đ§ In This Episode:The BIG lie about wifely âdutyâ and why itâs time to rip it off
What real intimacy looks like beyond just sex (yes, thereâs more than one kind!)
Why connection in the bedroom strengthens spiritual connection too
How to talk with your spouse about sex (and why it doesnât need to be awkward)
Why oneness is worth fighting forâand how to protect it
The mindset shift from âI have toâ ⥠âI get toâ
đ Letâs Stay Connected:đ˛ Instagram: @ripitoffpodcastđ Listen on Apple: https://bit.ly/ripitoffpodcastđ§ Spotify: https://bit.ly/ripitoffspotifyđş YouTube: @itsmemichellecastrođ FB Community: RIP IT OFF Facebook Groupđ Website: itsmemichellecastro.comđŠ Email: [email protected]
âď¸ SEX & INTIMACY ARE NOT THE SAME!Grab your free download: 13 Types of Intimacy
âď¸ Support the show: Buy Me a Coffee
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Christian marriage, biblical intimacy, sex in Christian marriage, Christian wife advice, Christian intimacy podcast, Christian sex conversations, faith and sex, marriage communication, Christian wife encouragement, how to talk about sex biblically, godly sex life
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In this powerful solo ârip,â Michelle Castro dives into a topic every mama knows is necessary but often feels totally unprepared for: how to talk to your daughters about sex. With raw honesty, biblical wisdom, and her signature real-talk humor, Michelle walks us through why these conversations matter, how to start them early, and how to keep them going in a way thatâs age-appropriate, truthful, and full of grace.
If youâve ever broken into a cold sweat at the thought of âthe talk,â this episode will equip and encourage you to open up meaningful, ongoing dialogues with your girlsâwithout shame, fear, or weirdness.
đ§ What Youâll Hear in This Episode:
What is a âsolo ripâ and why Michelleâs flying solo today
The big, awkward topic: how to talk to your daughters about s*x
Why silence isnât an option: the world is talking, whether we like it or not
Biblical foundation: sex is holy, good, and Godâs idea
Teaching your kids about anatomyâwhy real names matter
A funny âteachable momentâ with a dog named Riley
Start young, build layers, and donât wait for âthe talkâ
How to stay calm when your kid drops a bombshell question
Proverbs 31:26 parentingâwise and warm words in tough moments
Not just a âdonâtââteaching the why behind Godâs design for sex
Purity is about saying YES to Godâs best, not just saying no
Song of Solomon and why pleasure is part of God's good design
Your daughter is holy groundânot a commodity
God chose you to be your daughterâs guide in this journey
Two prayers every mama should pray: for wisdom & discernment
Real-life moments, messy convos, and why starting is the win
Car talks: your new favorite place for âthe talkâ
Key Takeaways:
đŹ Silence speaks volumesâdonât let the culture shape your daughterâs beliefs.
đ§ Start early and speak at their level. Use real terms and keep it simple.
đ Pray for wisdom and discernment. You donât have to have all the answersâjust be available and willing.
â¤ď¸ Create a safe space for questions, even the awkward ones.
đ Godâs design is intentional. Sex is not shamefulâitâs sacred, powerful, and worth waiting for.
đ Hot tip: Have the hard convos in the car. Less eye contact = more honesty!
Resources & References:
Genesis 2:24â25
Proverbs 31:26
1 Corinthians 6:18â20
Song of Solomon (Michelleâs fave version? The New Living Translation!)
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đ If this episode encouraged you, donât forget to leave a review and share it with your mama friends. Your words help others find the truth and freedom they need.
New episodes drop every Thursday. Until next time, rip off the lies, speak the truth in love, and raise those daughters like the warrior mama you are. đŞđ
Keywords: Christian parenting, biblical sexuality, mother-daughter talks, how to talk to kids about sex, purity culture, parenting girls, raising daughters, sex education, faith and family, Michelle Castro podcast
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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
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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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Brittany Poppe shares her powerful story of healing after abortion, how it impacted her marriage, and how God redefined intimacy in her life. This conversation is raw, redemptive, and packed with grace. Whether youâve faced abortion, shame, or silenceâthis episode reminds you: redemption is real.
Topics Covered:
The spiritual weight of abortion and how God meets us there
Navigating marriage and intimacy after deep pain
Rebuilding trust in yourself, your body, and God
Why your story mattersâand you are not alone
⨠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.
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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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Letâs talk about the real damage purity culture left behind. In this episode, Michelle and guests Alana & Tiera (Kingdom Sexuality Podcast) share how theyâre redefining intimacy, overcoming shame, and embracing Godâs good design for sex in marriage.
Youâll Learn:
What purity culture got wrong (and what it didnât)
How to start healing your beliefs around sex
Why intimacy is more than just sex
What it looks like to walk in wholeness and pleasure as a Christian wife
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.
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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, Christian marriage, redefining intimacy, sex shame, Kingdom Sexuality
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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 Join the convo in the đŹ RIP IT OFF Community!Real talk on sex, marriage & faith đđ facebook.com/groups/ripitoffcommunity
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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, Christian sex podcast, sex in marriage, Christian wife healing
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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 Join the convo in the đŹ RIP IT OFF Community!Real talk on sex, marriage & faith đđ facebook.com/groups/ripitoffcommunity
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
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