How does education fit into the world of Theology of the Body (TOB)? In this episode we discuss the importance of child development, the impact and power of education, and how children learn to love. We approach this topic through the lens of TOB with our own personal experiences as educators and child-development specialists. Addressing issues such as "Attachment Theory", bringing joy and fun into your relationship with your child, and how to create a safe environment where a child can flourish and become a positive impact in the world.

Is pregnancy really just a burden on women? What is wrong with having the freedom to choose what you do with your own body? Megan and Morgan take a deep dive into the concept of personal autonomy, our right to choice vs the right to life, and how the teachings of the Church affect our view of womanhood and pregnancy. Show Hosts: Megan Burwell Become a PATRON and SPONSOR our show! Go to Nakedwithoutshameshow.com Show Notes: https://www.awakencatholic.org/naked-without-shame/the-burden-of-pregnancy-vs-personal-freedom Download the official AWAKEN App: http://theawakenapp.io

Megan is joined by her friend, Tom Hagerty, to discusses how Theology of the Body has impacted his life, his Catholic faith, and why sharing its message is so important for youth ministry. They discuss what it means to have an adequate anthropology, understanding your own existence, and how TOB connects us to God.

Is Cohabitation always wrong? Why save sex for marriage? Megan and Morgan answer real life questions from their viewers on topics such as cohabitation, technology and the family, and the relationship between sex and marriage, all through the lens of Theology of the Body.

Megan and Morgan unpack the very common experience of suspicion, or in more contemporary terms, “catastrophizing”, in our relationships with others. They delve into this heavily psychological topic from a Christian perspective, proposing that the way out of a constant state of suspicion is through allowing God to heal the wounds that created our suspicion in the first place. Ultimately, they give some insight into how we can move from a “paradigm of suspicion” to a “paradigm of love”.

Does it matter how human beings come into existence? What is the real difference between natural conception and technologies such as In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)? This episode dives into the Church's view on reproduction, the natural process vs technology, and how Blade Runner 2049 exemplifies our desire to know where we come from.

Is there really a big difference between types of Contraception and Natural Family Planning (NFP) as methods to avoid pregnancy? John Paul II's teaching on the language of the body reveals that it all comes down to how each one views humanity. Through this episode we discuss how NFP views and respects the body, abstinence vs taking a pill, and the language we speak with our physical actions.

Megan continues her conversation with Culture Project missionaries, Alex and Caroline, about the importance of the Theology Of The Body. They share about the profound impact it has had on their their identities, their understanding of sexuality, and their relationships.

Megan is joined by Alex Ross and Caroline Anderson, two missionaries with a Theology of the Body outreach called "The Culture Project". The missionaries explain how TOB has shaped their understanding of human dignity, relationships, sexuality, and the Catholic Church. Their testimonies give an exciting witness to the Theology of the Body and the journey it can take us on in our lives!

Morgan and Megan welcome guest Monica Ashour, founder and president of the Theology of the Body Evangelization Team (TOBET) in Irving, TX. Monica shares her wisdom and insight about the BEAUTY and integrity found in TOB in a way that is relatable and inspiring.