Sex for Saints Episode 348 - Sexual Surrendering
Dec 20, 2024
A conversation about what sexual surrender means and how to choose vulnerability in marriage. Practical examples show dropping routines, expectations, and performance pressure. Discussion covers letting go of judgment, boundaries of consent, and common obstacles like fear or trauma. Tips offered for gently encouraging a resistant partner and building trust over time.
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Sexual Surrender Is Active Vulnerability
- Sexual surrender means choosing openness and presence instead of controlling sexual outcomes.
- Amanda Lauder frames it as an active vulnerable choice to lean into the moment, not passive acceptance or performance pressure.
Keep Boundaries While Practicing Surrender
- Do not confuse surrender with self-abandonment; keep and communicate your boundaries.
- Amanda advises saying no when something feels wrong and treating that boundary as self-respect, not failure to surrender.
Practical Steps To Practice Surrender
- Try practical shifts like letting go of self-consciousness and being present during intimacy.
- Amanda gives examples: focus on sensations, breathe together, set aside phones, and slow down to savour connection.