Moving beyond biology to teach the human experience of intimacy
In short: Most parents provide 'The Talk' on reproduction, but Sue Jaye Johnson argues we are missing the emotional and sensory core of human sexuality. This talk explores how to give children the vocabulary to navigate their own bodies and desires.
Johnson introduces 'The Talk 2.0,' a framework that shifts the focus from mere biology to the internal human experience. Instead of just facts about reproduction, she advocates for teaching children how to tune into their physical sensations and emotions.
The goal is to provide children with the language necessary to communicate desires without 'shutting down or numbing out.' This aligns with broader educational goals of creating inclusive, gender-transformative environments that prioritize the needs of all learners.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: What we don't teach kids about sex | Sue Jaye Johnson
- Also: Safe, seen and included: report on school-based sexuality education
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