What Is a Soul, Premature Ejactulation & Moral Qualm, Should I Risk Rejection for Love? | ACW372
Ask Christopher West
Theology of the Body Institute
4.9 • 549 Ratings
🗓️ 16 February 2026
⏱️ 54 minutes
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Summary
–This episode is sponsored by Truthly–
Questions answered this episode:
- How do you put into words what a soul is, especially when explaining it to a child in light of theology of the body—that our bodies and souls are both important and are meant to be together in heaven one day?
- I struggle with premature ejaculation and, despite years of sincere effort in marriage, haven’t found a real solution. I want to be a true gift to my wife, but this makes it hard for her to reach climax and leaves me ashamed, even though she’s loving and supportive. Most advice is secular and recommends “edging,” which feels morally wrong. I’m stuck between wanting help and staying faithful to Church teaching. Are there faithful resources or approaches you’d recommend?
- I’m a sophomore who recently ended my first relationship with a Catholic convert I met at the Newman Center. After two painful months, he broke up with me, taking the blame and telling me to pray. Since then, daily Mass and prayer have changed my heart. I realize I made him an idol and have surrendered this to God. I feel called to apologize and try again, but he asked for time. Should I move on or risk rejection and seek his forgiveness?
Resources:
Colorado Ski Retreat with Christopher
Word Made Fresh Podcast on YouTube
Word Made Fresh Podcast on Spotify
Video: What It Means to Love God With "All Your Soul"
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