About this episode

Dr. Carol discusses the connection between intimacy and sexual struggles with Dr. Floyd Godfrey.

What if the sexual struggle you're trying so hard to overcome isn't really about sex? In this conversation, Dr. Carol talks with Dr. Floyd Godfrey about the powerful connection between attachment, intimacy, mental health, and sexuality . We're born with a deep biological need for connection and belonging, but when those needs are wounded or unmet, they can sometimes become fused with sexual desire. Sexual behaviors or attractions may then become attempts to meet legitimate needs for connection, affirmation, comfort, belonging, or mentorship in ways that ultimately leave us even more empty. Dr. Godfrey explains why lasting healing requires us to look "under the hood" rather than focusing only on behavior modification. Recovery may involve identifying old wounds, changing unhealthy patterns and environments, building intentional relationships and support, and most importantly, inviting Jesus into the deeper places of our story. The goal isn't to become nonsexual, but to become increasingly whole—to learn how to meet our God-given needs for intimacy and connection in healthy ways through relationship with God and with other people. Learn more about Dr. Floyd Godfrey and his work…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Carol Peters-Tanksley

Guest: Dr. Floyd Godfrey

Topics covered

• intimacy
• sexual struggle
• attachment
• mental health
• connection
• Christianity
• healing

Keywords

• sexual struggle
• intimacy
• attachment
• mental health
• healing
• Christianity
• connection

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Healing and Recovery

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