Healing from Shame and Sexual Trauma with Kirsten Schmidt

Don’t miss our latest episode with the incredible Kirsten Schmidt on of Intuitive Eating for Christian Women. We delved deep into her journey of healing from sexual wounds and body image issues, and the transformational power of finding worth in God’s love. Here are the highlights:

We discussed the temptations to seek worldly solutions to cover up feelings of shame and the difficulties of managing shame with harmful coping mechanisms. Kirsten’s story sheds light on the harmful effects of shame on body image and self-worth. It’s a powerful reminder of the need to find our worth in God.

We discussed the distortion of the gift of our bodies due to sin, leading to shame and the enemy using shame to keep us hidden from God. Kirsten’s insights shed light on the link between body objectification, sexual sin, and body shame.

We delved into how purity culture and diet culture can lead to body objectification and shame, instead of promoting love and honor for our bodies. The conversation revealed the importance of being good stewards of our bodies and embracing intuitive eating instead of conforming to damaging societal standards.

Kirsten shared her personal journey of healing from sexual abuse, trauma, and body image issues, emphasizing the ongoing process of healing and the comfort of familiar bondage. Her story is a poignant reminder of the ongoing struggles of those healing from deep wounds.

Kirsten’s journey illuminated the power of God’s love in healing deep wounds and finding worth, offering hope and encouragement to those who may be on a similar path. It’s a reminder that the journey may have its ups and downs, but the healing process is transformative and liberating.

Kirsten’s story offers hope and encouragement to those who may be on a similar path. If you missed this conversation with her, you can catch it on the Intuitive Eating for Christian Women podcast.

Reflection Questions

1. How does Kirsten Schmidt’s journey of healing from sexual wounds and body image issues resonate with your own experiences or the experiences of people you know?

2. In the podcast, Kirsten discusses her realization of needing to find worth in God before pursuing romantic relationships. Have you or someone you know experienced a similar shift in perspective regarding worth and relationships?

3. Kirsten and Char-Lee talk about the distortions of sex and the body in culture, stemming from the church’s emphasis on purity without addressing the beauty of sex in marriage. How do you think this impacts the way individuals approach sexuality and body image?

4. Kirsten shares her struggles with sexual trauma, abuse, and how it distorted her sense of worth and body image. Have you encountered similar stories of trauma and its impact on body image and self-worth in your community or circle of friends?

5. The concept of shame and its impact on healing is a recurring theme in the conversation. How do you think shame affects our ability to heal from past wounds, especially in the context of body image and sexuality?

6. Kirsten and Char-Lee discuss the impact of early trauma on brain development and coping mechanisms. How do you think this understanding can shape how we approach healing and support for those struggling with body image and sexuality?

7. Kirsten highlights the link between body objectification, sexual sin, and body shame. How has this interconnectedness been evident in your own experiences or the experiences of those around you?

8. The episode delves into the effects of shame on our perception of self and healing. What are some practical ways we can combat shame in the context of body image and sexuality, both personally and in our communities?

9. Kirsten and Char-Lee talk about the distortion of the gift of our bodies due to sin, leading to shame and the enemy using shame to keep us hidden from God. How can understanding this distortion impact our approach to body image and self-acceptance in a Christian context?

10. Kirsten shares her journey of surrendering, praying, and waiting for miraculous healing, and the realization that healing requires trust and effort. How do you see this balance between trusting God and actively participating in the healing process applicable to your experiences or the experiences of those you know?

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