Why Women Are Afraid of Their Own Desires | Speak, Mother

Send Shannon A NoteWhat happens when wanting things feels dangerous? When pleasure feels selfish? When you've been taught to be the object of desire, never the subject with desires of your own?This week, we're diving into Lust, and it's not what you think. This is about the full spectrum of desire: wanting experiences, growth, pleasure, and joy. It's about how women have been conditioned to deny our own needs, disconnect from our bodies, and apologize for taking up space with our wants.From the shame around sexuality to the guilt about wanting anything beyond survival as mothers—this episode explores why reclaiming our desires isn't selfish, it's essential. Because when we show up as whole, desiring, embodied humans, we give permission for everyone around us to do the same.If you've ever felt guilty for wanting more, this conversation is for you.This episode is part of a multi-part exploration inspired by the work of On Our Best Behavior by Elise Loehnen. You don't need to have read the book to tune in. You’re welcome to join wherever you are.Work with Shannon: Building something with your voice or circling the idea?Book a Podcast Strategy SessionMentioned in this episode:On Our Best Behavior by Elise LoehnenSpeak, Mother is hosted by Shannon Warner, founder of Resonant Collective offering podcast launch, maintenance, and strategy services for truth-telling women.Follow @ResonantCollective on IG: https://www.instagram.com/resonantcollective/Connect with Shannon on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/podcastwithshannon/