This week, we discuss the intersection of purity culture and how AFAB folks tangle with body image upon entering and learning to navigate the scene. What can the pressures of idealized body image do to a person? And how can we start to reject the false standards of beauty taught to us through media and social reinforcement?

Please note that in this episode, we used the terms "male-bodied" and "female-bodied" but have since learned more and are changing our language to "AFAB" and "AMAB" in future discussions moving forward!

Here's an article on purity culture! --> Purity Culture and Its Effect on Mental Health (verywellmind.com)

**TRIGGER WARNING** We will be discussing purity culture, referencing rape culture briefly as it is correlated to purity culture, and discussing the impact of distorted body image & body dysmorphia.

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Have you ever wondered what the appeal is when it comes to kinkifying religion & religious trauma? There is something so alluring and taboo about this sacred form of play and inversion - many people are curious, and some are downright scared to look closer. Join us as we interview Miss Blu Thiccc'ems (tatted_unicorn on fet!) and she takes us through her journey into coping with religious trauma through kink!

If you are interested in Miss Blu's Church of Blasphemy class series, check out the link here and follow her on fetlife for more! ---> Blu’s Church of Blasphemy - Event | FetLife

**TRIGGER WARNING** This episode contains references to the following content which some may find triggering or disturbing:

• References to underage kink & sex (this non-explicit part of Miss Blu's story is included because we are committed to honoring people's life experiences. K is for Kinky does not condone or endorse underage kink or pedophilia of any kind!) Specific reference begins at 10:20 in the episode and ends at 12:18.
• References to child abuse and religious trauma start at 13:05 and goes until 14:46.
• From minutes 19:12 to 26:52, Miss Blu discusses childhood abuse, religious trauma, and a corrective kink experience. These stories are graphic and may be disturbing to some listeners. A trigger warning is inside the episode to cue you in case you are listening and need the verbal reminder!

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A listener wrote in with a great question that many Tops struggle with...how do we stay connected in scenes and show up with our full selves? How do we access our vulnerability as Tops? In a world where Tops are often portrayed as knowing it all, doing it all, and somehow embodying calm aloofness at all times, we need to be able to detangle the fantasy and look at the real goal...which is human beings showing up for each other be they Tops or bottoms. What does it take to be your full self in a scene? And how can you stand strong in your role without sacrificing your authenticity?

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You can follow us on instagram, facebook, and twitter @kisforkinky - and leave a review if you really want to knock our socks off!

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Our kickass theme song was crafted by Adam - contact us at kisforkinkyje@gmail.com if you want to reach him!