The Opposite of Sexualization is Veneration

When sexualizing others is a problem, what do you do? In Orthodox Christian thought and practice, we recognize the Image of God in everyone. This becomes the key to an inner transformative process that can heal our desire for sexual gratification at any cost. When we can see each person as an Icon of Christ, and venerate them, strive to see the fullness of who they are and who they can be, glorified in Christ, then our own inner orientation begins to change. We begin to be healed, and we begin to be able to truly connect. Today’s reflection is a continuation of a reflection begun last episode with Drew Boa. Today’s reflection is also strongly informed by the marvelous work of Andrew Williams in the podcast “Finding the Freedom to Live.” They approach the problem of sexualization from two very different Christian traditions, and both have something of value to offer. I highly encourage you to check out their resources, links to which are below. For more information about any of these topics or guests, or to learn how to support this podcast, please visit https://www.patreon.com/outercircle Rhys Pasimio can be found through www.newpatterncounseling.com, and is always happy to dialogue with listeners bringing honest questions! Andrew Williams, and the Finding the Freedom to Live curriculum can be found at https://ftftl.org/ and the podcast can be found here, https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/freedom Drew Boa can be found through https://www.husbandmaterial.com/ , and his curriculum, the Sexual Fantasy Framework, can be found here, https://www.unwantedworkbook.com/videos #pornography #iconography #veneration #orthodoxy #orthodoxchristian #spirituality #icons #sobriety #sexaddition #pornaddiction #addiction #recovery #mentalhealth #therapy #counseling #intimacy #relationships #imageofgod #imagodei