Responsibility might seem like the buzzkill of desire, but what if it’s actually the key to deep fulfillment? Brenda and Catherine challenge the fantasy that our wants should simply appear without effort. Instead, they explore how taking ownership of our desires creates the fertile ground for them to flourish—both within ourselves and in our relationships.

They discuss the natural seasons of desire and how what we want changes over time, requiring different kinds of attention and action. Brenda shares her current journey toward homeownership as an example of holding space for a big desire even when the path forward isn’t clear. Catherine reflects on her younger self who avoided window shopping because wanting felt too painful, showing how our relationship with desire can evolve as we grow.

The conversation turns to sexual responsibility, revealing how true freedom comes from creating safety. They encourage listeners to consider the lasting impact of their choices, especially when those choices involve creating life with another person. As Brenda notes from personal experience, “We are no longer married and we are in it for life,” reminding us that some connections are permanent through our children.

Whether you’re reconnecting with a dormant desire, reassessing your priorities, or trying to understand why certain wants feel so urgent, this episode offers compassionate guidance. The magic happens when responsibility and desire work together—not as limitation, but as the foundation for true freedom.

Episode Highlights
• Taking responsibility for desires rather than turning away when they feel out of reach
• Using discernment to prioritize what matters most in your current season of life
• How “window shopping” for desires helps you become the person who can receive them
• Reconnecting with desire by identifying what works best for you—stillness for some, movement for others
• How sexual responsibility creates the safety that leads to more freedom and pleasure
• Making choices with awareness of their potential lifelong consequences
• Navigating co-parenting relationships that continue beyond divorce

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