The Therapist’s Desk

The Battle of The Sexes: What Are We Really Calling Empowerment?


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In this episode of the Therapist Desk Podcast, Cedric Hoard explores the complex dynamics of gender warfare and the distortion of empowerment in contemporary society. He emphasizes the importance of empathy, understanding, and healing, urging listeners to dismantle toxic patterns rather than merely imitating them. Cedric draws on his faith to highlight the need for compassion and connection between men and women, advocating for a shift from competition to communion.

Takeaways

-Cedric identifies himself as a guide rather than an expert.

-The rise of gender warfare is marked by combative arguments between men and women.
-Empowerment is often confused with imitation of toxic behaviors.
-Emotional dysregulation is masked as confidence in both genders.
-Healing requires dismantling toxic systems rather than trading roles.
-Jesus modeled humility and compassion, offering a new way forward.
-The church has sometimes failed to model healthy relationships.
-True empowerment involves building a new system of messages.
-Men and women are both shaped by the same toxic societal messages.
-Healing and reconnection are possible through understanding and compassion.

 

 

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The Therapist’s DeskBy Cedric Dale Hoard