Spiritually Incorrect Shannon Harris: A Retrospective
Oct 17, 2023
Shannon Harris, author of 'The Woman They Wanted' and former wife of 'I Kissed Dating Goodbye' author Joshua Harris, shares her transformative journey following their divorce. She dives into the impact of purity culture on her identity and creativity, detailing her struggles within a controlling religious framework. The conversation highlights women's voices in spiritual contexts and the need to dismantle patriarchal norms. Additionally, Shannon reflects on her relationship with spirituality, emphasizing the importance of reclaiming one's body and autonomy.
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Numbing Through External Authority
- She argues churches numb women by teaching them to seek external authority and distrust their own wisdom.
- Shame about bodies and sexuality reinforces distance from the self and emotional numbing.
The Missing Body Of Christianity
- Shannon realized a 'missing body' in her Christianity: embodiment and sexuality were devalued.
- Regent College's focus on incarnation helped her recognize the church's fear of the body.
Deal With Fear To Restore Love
- Address underlying fear before attempting to restore love and respect in relationships.
- Recognize that disrespect prevents real love, especially within complementarian hierarchies.
