The Learner's Corner with Caleb Mason

Episode 062: The Subtle Art of Singleness With Joy Beth Smith

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In this episode, Caleb and Todd talk with Joy Beth Smith about the challenges, benefits, and how to thrive in singleness.

Guest Links

Joy Beth on Twitter

Joy Beth on Instagram

PartyofOnetheBook.com

Party of One by Joy Beth Smith

Learner's Corner Recommended Resource

Just A Phase website

What We Learned

Challenges Of Being Single

  • There are just some things you can't do by yourself.
  • The emotional toll
  • It can be difficult to be at family functions

    • I Feel Like My Singleness Is Dependent On Male Action

    Why Is There A Stigma Around Singleness In Women, Not Men?

    • Childbearing
    • Men tend to date younger women.

      • Benefits Of Singleness

      • Independence

        • Singleness Isn't Only Meant To Be A Season To Prepare You For Marriage

        How Can Women Have Healthy Conversations Around Sexuality?

        • Begin to talk about it.
        • Create a safe place

          • Advice For People Who Are Single

          • Grieve
          • Celebrate

            • One Thing That's Helping You

            • Ask yourself, "What is the kindest thing I can do for myself in this situation?"

              • How Do You Learn?

              • Ask questions
              • Get a transcript of the lesson
                • Quotes to Tweet

                "Singleness isn't only meant to be a season to prepare you for marriage." - JBSTwoCents @LearnersPodcast Click to Tweet

                "There is so much growth that can happen inside and outside of marriage." - @JBSTwoCents @LearnersPodcast Click to Tweet

                "There are many things to grieve and celebrate about singleness." - @JBSTwoCents @LearnersPodcast Click to Tweet

                "What is the kindest thing I can do for myself in this situation?" - @JBSTwoCents @LearnersPodcast Click to Tweet

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