Best Consider Before Consuming Podcasts (2024)

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Laila Mickelwait's Fight to Shut Down Pornhub, Pt. 2 43:12

1h ago43:12

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Trigger Warning *The following episode contains descriptions of disturbing porn themes, discussions of child sexual abuse and sex trafficking. Listener discretion is advised Laila Mickelwait is an anti-trafficking activist, Founder and CEO of the Justice Defense Fund, Founder of the Traffickinghub movement, and author of "Take Down: Inside the Figh…

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Why Doesn't God Remove My Sexual Thoughts And Feelings? (LIVE) 39:59

3h ago39:59

39:59

If you've spent years wishing your sexual thoughts and feelings would go away, this episode is for you. Related resources: Unwanted, by Jay Stringer (paid link) How To Interpret Sexual Fantasies How To Analyze Sexual Fantasies Why We Sexualize Emotions...And How To Desexualize Them Take the Husband Material Journey... Step 1: Listen to this podcast…

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How To Develop Empathy For Your Wife (with Nathaniel Gustafson) 48:56

7d ago48:56

48:56

Have you ever felt unable to enter into your wife's pain? In this episode, Nathaniel Gustafson explains how to come close to your wife in a way she is more likely to trust. You'll learn how to stay out of shame, keep the spotlight on her, and practice these skills before "game time." Sobriety is not enough. You must learn empathy. Nathaniel's compa…

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How Women Can Help Men Heal (with Britta Eskey) 27:26

14d ago27:26

27:26

Many men have been wounded by women. In this episode, Britta Eskey explains how women can help men heal wounds caused by women. Without women, we are missing half of humanity. Britta Eskey co-founded COR, which assists people in finding and living their purpose, including through the Noble Man workshop. Britta is the author of Initiations in Love, …

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Laila Mickelwait's Fight to Shut Down Pornhub, Pt. 1 59:11

13d ago59:11

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Trigger Warning *The following episode contains descriptions of disturbing porn themes, discussions of child sexual abuse and sex trafficking. Listener discretion is advised. Laila Mickelwait is an anti-trafficking activist, Founder and CEO of the Justice Defense Fund, Founder of the Traffickinghub movement, and author of "Take Down: Inside the Fig…

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Three Unhealed Boys Within Every Man 16:10

21d ago16:10

16:10

Did you know that you have more than one inner child? In this episode, you'll get to know three types of unhealed boys within you. Then at the end, I'll share what it looks like to help them heal. You'll meet: The "good boy" who became "the hero." The "bad boy" who became "the villain." The "hurt boy" who became "the victim." Related episodes: Porn…

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Self-Defense as a Path to Empowerment 1:03:56

21d ago1:03:56

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*Trigger Warning: This episode contains brief discussions of sexual violence. Listener discretion is advised. Miyo Strong is the director of The Elizabeth Smart Foundation's self-defense program, Smart Defense. As a mom of two daughters, Miyo began training in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and other martial arts. She joins us for this Consider Before Consumi…

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A New Approach To Internet Filtering (with Plucky) 30:03

1M ago30:03

30:03

Have you ever tried to remove access to porn on your digital devices? What if you could create a filter with no loopholes? In this episode, you'll learn a new and innovative approach to internet filtering with Jon and Kristin Wilkes, founders of pluckyfilter.com. You'll also hear from Scott Wurtz, a passionate Plucky user. If you're interested in p…

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Outgrowing Porn in Marriage (with Rich and Deanna Millentree) 53:21

1M ago53:21

53:21

How can a couple devastated by porn heal, grow, and become even stronger? In this episode, Rich and Deanna Millentree tell their incredible story. "We're Rich and DeAnna Millentree and we love growing in marriage! We've ridden the rollercoaster of marriage for over 28 years. The ups are exhilarating, but the downs are daunting. As Christian Marriag…

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How To Transform Your Triggers: The F.L.O.S.S. Method (Part 2) 51:45

2M ago51:45

51:45

In this episode, I transform one of my triggers using The F.L.O.S.S. Method with help from three Certified Husband Material Coaches: Andrew Loyd, Juan Mejia, and Rocky Pisor. This episode was recorded live at the recent HMA In A Day workshop as a live demonstration of Trigger Tuesday, one of the weekly coaching calls in Husband Material Academy. Th…

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Empowering Parents in the Digital Age 1:04:42

1M ago1:04:42

1:04:42

Chris McKenna is the Founder and CEO of Protect Young Eyes, which exists to help create safer digital environments. As a child, Chris was exposed to pornography, and as an adult, he realized how many problems there were with digital spaces and wanted to find a solution to that. In this episode, Chris helps us understand the importance of both havin…

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How To Transform Your Triggers: The F.L.O.S.S. Method (Part 1) 41:07

2M ago41:07

41:07

Triggers don't have to be tyrants. In this episode, you'll learn how to transform your triggers from threats into opportunities for healing using The F.LO.S.S. Method. This episode is an excerpt from the recent HMA In A Day workshop. The F.L.O.S.S. Method: F = Fear L = Lie O = Origin Story S = Sadness S = Surrender Free resource mentioned in this e…

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How I Stopped Getting Into My Husband's Recovery Work Instead Of Doing Mine (with Tera Brown) 27:21

2M ago27:21

27:21

Tera Brown went from trying to fix her husband's sex addiction to finding herself, her emotions, her boundaries, and her sacred ground. In this episode, you'll learn what it looks like to heal from relational trauma and feel alive in your body. Tera Brown is a trauma-informed life coach trained by APSATS (Association of Partners of Sex Addiction Tr…

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Dawn Hawkins on How AI Technology is Impacting Sexual Exploitation 45:44

2M ago45:44

45:44

Trigger warning: The following podcast episode contains discussions of child sexual abuse, sex trafficking, and image-based sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. Dawn Hawkins is the CEO of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation, which exists to build a world without sexual exploitation and abuse. She joins us for this Consider Before Co…

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Sitting In The Dirt Of Sexual Brokenness (with Jeremy Williamson) 31:20

2M ago31:20

31:20

How do I sit in the dirt with someone who is experiencing sexual brokenness? What if I don't know what to say? What if I find myself dysregulated or sexually aroused by the other person? Jeremy Williamson offers invaluable wisdom and counterintuitive clarity about how "be with" others in such a way that they experience the presence of God. Jeremy W…

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How To Do Experiential Healing Work 24:21

2M ago24:21

24:21

Have you ever been disappointed by traditional counseling or talk therapy? In this episode, you'll discover the power of a whole-brain approach to outgrowing porn. You'll learn the why, what, and how of experiential healing work. This episode is required viewing for my clients. Related episodes: How To Heal Your Inner Child Experience Healing Throu…

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Young Adults on Sexual Exploitation, Social Media, and Modern Dating, a Panel Discussion 57:38

2M ago57:38

57:38

In this Consider Before Consuming Podcast episode, we had the opportunity to sit down with a panel of young adults about their experiences and perspectives on sexual exploitation, social media's role, and dating culture. Participants include survivors of human trafficking and sexual assault, former porn consumers, and anti-trafficking advocates. Th…

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Restoration After Porn Relapse (with Rocky Pisor) 40:36

3M ago40:36

40:36

How do you pursue restoration after a relapse, especially in marriage or ministry leadership? Rocky Pisor tells his own story of processing a porn relapse after 17 years of sobriety. You'll learn how to notice the warning signs of impending relapse, and how to respond to relapse with curiosity and compassion rather than punishing yourself or preten…

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It's Good To Be Aroused (with Sam Jolman) 46:24

3M ago46:24

46:24

"There is nothing inherently wrong with an aroused man." What is arousal? Why is it good? Sam Jolman helps us reclaim the heart of masculine sexuality for the purpose of awe, play, and worshipping God. You'll learn how arousal always has a script, why evil hates arousal, and the difference between sexuality and sensuality. At the end, you'll receiv…

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From OnlyFans Promotion to Protecting Young Women 1:05:45

2M ago1:05:45

1:05:45

Victoria Sinis is the founder of Creating Gems, an organization created to help young women break free from harmful narratives about themselves. She is also a former OnlyFans recruiter and marketer. In this episode, she helps us understand what an OnlyFans agency is and the coercive and destructive realities faced by OnlyFans performers. Episode Re…

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Freedom From Gay Porn (LIVE) 1:00:44

3M ago1:00:44

1:00:44

Why do I struggle with gay porn? What does freedom look like? How can I stop using gay porn? In this episode, I answer these questions based on years of research and helping hundreds of men achieve lasting freedom from gay porn. Recommended resources (including paid links): Healing And Recovery: Perspective For Young Men With Sexualized Attachments…

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How Childhood Experiences Shape Sexual Development (with Drew, Doug, Eddie, and Matt) 30:08

3M ago30:08

30:08

What's the point of processing childhood experiences? In this special episode recorded live at the Sexual Integrity Leadership Summit, Drew, Doug, Eddie, and Matt share insights and stories about how processing childhood experiences can help you outgrow porn. Drew Boa (MA, PSAP) a Certified Unwanted Guide and Inner Child Recovery Specialist. Drew i…

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Navigating Pornography Addiction with Self-Compassion and Therapy 52:25

3M ago52:25

52:25

Join us in this Consider Before Consuming episode as Rachel Denton shares her experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Rachel talks about the complex layers of pornography addiction and the strong influence of shame. She'll also explain how self-compassion is essential in navigating the labyrinth of shame and breaking free from its grasp. R…

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Why We Sexualize Emotions And How To Desexualize Them 26:37

4M ago26:37

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Why do we sexualize emotions, and how can we desexualize them? In this episode, I explain what it looks like to "right-size" sexual energy through processing emotions and releasing trauma. Free tools to process emotions: Feelings And Needs Wheel Feelings And Needs Inventory Ready to release some trauma? Come to the Husband Material Retreat in Color…

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Overcoming Sexual Entitlement (with Noah Filipiak) 39:46

4M ago39:46

39:46

What happens when you feel entitled to sex and treat your wife like a replacement for porn? In this episode, Noah Filipiak tells his story of overcoming sexual entitlement and objectification. Along the way, he unpacks the false promises of purity culture, what love really looks like, how God's grace changes us, and the power of gratitude. Noah Fil…

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Ralphie Jacobs on Nurturing Connection and Confidence with Kids 33:32

4M ago33:32

33:32

Ralphie Jacobs is the founder of Simply on Purpose, a platform focused on positive parenting. She brings her expertise to this conversation, emphasizing the importance of connecting with children in today’s fast-paced digital age, offering tips for parents to ensure strong bonds with their kids, and encouraging parents to strike a balance between f…

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Hope And Healing For Sexless Marriage (with Adam and Karissa King) 40:45

4M ago40:45

40:45

What is the definition of sexless marriage? Why do couples experience this? Sexless marriage is often a symptom of deeper psychosomatic issues. Adam and Karissa teach practical tools to build a sexful marriage through vulnerability, intimacy, and safe touch. This episode can also help couples for whom intercourse is painful or not possible. Adam an…

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Story Work For Men Outgrowing Porn: How To Respond To A Story (Part 4) 1:03:04

4M ago1:03:04

1:03:04

How do you respond to someone else's story with curiosity and compassion? In part 4 of this 4 part series, Marcus Spaur shares his story: "If I Only Could Have Been..." If you love story work, you'd love Husband Material Groups. Apply to join a group at husbandmaterial.com/group Drew Boa (MA, PSAP) is a Certified Unwanted Guide and Inner Child Reco…

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Finding the Light: My Journey from Addiction to Freedom from Pornography 45:02

4M ago45:02

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Robert’s porn consumption escalated into an addiction while he was in the military. In this episode, Robert shares how the culture of pornography in the military had a profound impact on his consumption habits. He also talks about how pornography affected his relationships and personal well-being. After realizing the negative effects of his addicti…

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Story Work For Men Outgrowing Porn: How To Write A Story (Part 3) 42:22

4M ago42:22

42:22

How do you write a story about your trauma and sexual experiences? In part 3 of this 4-part series, Wendell Moss shares his story: "Sex & Sexuality" If you love story work, you'd love Husband Material Groups. Apply to join a group at husbandmaterial.com/group Drew Boa (MA, PSAP) is a Certified Unwanted Guide and Inner Child Recovery Specialist. Dre…

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Story Work For Men Outgrowing Porn: Why We Do Story Work (Part 2) 33:36

5M ago33:36

33:36

Why is story work absolutely essential for men outgrowing porn? In part 2 of this 4 part series, Chris Inman shares his story: "The Lonely Walk." If you love story work, you'd love Husband Material Groups. Apply to join a group at husbandmaterial.com/group Drew Boa (MA, PSAP) is a Certified Unwanted Guide and Inner Child Recovery Specialist. Drew i…

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How The Normalization of Pornography Impacted My Life 50:18

4M ago50:18

50:18

*Trigger Warning: This episode contains brief discussions of sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised. Bailey was first exposed to porn in high school by her boyfriend, whose porn consumption fueled her abuse and led to her own porn addiction. Once Bailey started to realize the harmful effects of porn, she was able to understand the role porn p…

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Story Work For Men Outgrowing Porn: What Is Story Work? (Part 1) 40:59

5M ago40:59

40:59

What is story work? Where did it come from? What does it look like? In part 1 of this 4-part series, Drew shares his story: "The Day I Got Braces." If you love this series, you'd love Husband Material Groups. Apply to join a group at husbandmaterial.com/group Drew Boa (MA, PSAP) is a Certified Unwanted Guide and Inner Child Recovery Specialist. Dre…

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Porn and Inner Healing Prayer 21:23

5M ago21:23

21:23

What is inner healing prayer, and how can it help men outgrow porn? This episode is a preview of our new online course, "10 Ways To Heal Your Trauma: Resolving The Roots Of Porn And Sex Addiction." Get free access at healyourtrauma.com Resources for Inner Healing Prayer: Streams of Healing: Finding Your Way to Wholeness with Key Leaders in the Inne…

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Porn and Polyvagal Theory (with John Kilmer) 23:56

5M ago23:56

23:56

What is Polyvagal Theory? How can it help men outgrow porn? John Kilmer skillfully describes the autonomic nervous system and how to (re)shape it in order to experience regulation without unwanted sexual behavior. John Kilmer is a Mental Health Life Coach, Occupational Therapist, and Certified Husband Material Coach. John has completed the Foundati…

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Supporting Youth in the Age of Internet Pornography 47:30

5M ago47:30

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Dr. John Foubert is the Dean of the College of Education at Union University and the principal of Dr. John D. Foubert, LLC. Dr. Foubert worked for 20 years to apply research to rape prevention programs on college campuses, in communities, and in the military. In this Consider Before Consuming Podcast interview, Dr. Foubert helps us understand the c…

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What Is God Doing In My Trauma? (with Matt Wenger) 20:56

6M ago20:56

20:56

We need a theology of trauma. In this episode, Matt Wenger powerfully invites us to view our trauma through the lens of Jesus's life, death, and resurrection. This episode is a preview of our new online course at healyourtrauma.com Matt Wenger is the clinical director of Boulder Recovery, a 14-day intensive for Christian men struggling with sex, po…

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You Asked, We Answered: A Conversation with Fight the New Drug 1:08:41

6M ago1:08:41

1:08:41

In our latest episode of Consider Before Consuming, we delved into the questions posed by our amazing Fighters on social media. The thoughtful inquiries ranged from the effects of partners' pornography consumption to the concept of "ethical porn" and beyond. Throughout the episode, Natale and Parker navigate a wide array of topics, offering insight…

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How To Create Connection In Any Conversation (LIVE) 37:19

6M ago37:19

37:19

Do you long for connection, but it feels impossible? In this episode, you'll learn extremely simple tools and techniques to create connection in any conversation—using your eyes, face, voice, and words. Helpful phrases: Tell me more… What’s it like for you... How does that affect you? That makes sense (because)... It sounds like / I hear you saying…

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Why Men Don't Talk About Their Sexual Abuse (with Mike Chapman and Dr. Doug Carpenter) 1:43:23

6M ago1:43:23

1:43:23

There are over 40 reasons why men don't talk about their sexual abuse. Let's break the silence. In this episode hosted by Mike Chapman and Doug Carpenter, survivors of sexual abuse share vulnerable stories of harm and healing. Mike Chapman is a Certified Husband Material Coach and the leader of the HM fellowship for survivors of sexual abuse. Conta…

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Building Lasting Connections in a Porn-Infused Culture 39:19

6M ago39:19

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Katie Bulmer started Truth For Your Twenties to be the person she needed when she was younger. She mentors young women, shares advice on her podcast, and speaks nationwide. In today's Consider Before Consuming episode, Katie shares wisdom on navigating the dating world. She suggests setting realistic expectations and having constructive conversatio…

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How To Tell Her About The Porn: Full Disclosure (with Dan Drake and Dr. Janice Caudill) 42:21

6M ago42:21

42:21

What is full disclosure? When, why, and how should I reveal sexual secrets to my wife? In this episode, disclosure experts Dan Drake and Janice Caudill walk us through the process of full therapeutic disclosure from beginning to end. You'll learn how to restore truth in your relationship in a way that is healing rather than harmful. Dan Drake and D…

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Healthy Fantasy vs. Unhealthy Fantasy 15:14

7M ago15:14

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Your imagination is not bad. Learn the 4 main types of fantasies, how to evaluate the healthiness of a fantasy, and what to do with your healthy/unhealthy fantasies! Related episodes: Sexual Arousal vs. Sexual Desire How To Interpret Sexual Fantasies How To Analyze A Sexual Fantasy Introduction To Sexual Symbolism How My Sexual Fetish Shifted Over …

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She Is Not Your Rehab 55:20

7M ago55:20

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The following podcast episode contains discussions of child sexual abuse, violence, and sex trafficking. Listener discretion is advised. Matt and Sarah founded She Is Not Your Rehab and launched the concept in Matt’s 2019 TEDx talk. In this Consider Before Consuming episode, Matt shares how his vulnerability around his personal history of abuse and…

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A Grace-Based Approach To Sexual Recovery (with Jonathan Daugherty) 39:31

7M ago39:31

39:31

What is grace, and how does it apply to sexual recovery? Jonathan Daugherty inspiringly explains how grace is not "soft" but the most powerful force for transformation and freedom from porn. Pride, shame, and comparison all melt away under the core truth that you are worth the life of God's son, and that can never change. Jonathan Daugherty is the …

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Singleness & Same-Sex Attraction (with Dr. Greg Coles) 36:25

7M ago36:25

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If you're single and you experience same-sex attraction, this episode is for you. Dr. Greg Coles offers insight, humor, delight, and hope that defies typical Christian categories of what a "good and beautiful life" can look like. Greg Coles is an author, speaker, and scholar at the Center for Faith, Sexuality, and Gender. Check out Greg's books (th…

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My Journey to Recovery from Porn Addiction Through Healthy Habits 51:59

7M ago51:59

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Paul was exposed to pornography at a young age and realized in college that his porn consumption had escalated to the point that it was impacting his sleep, his relationships, and his mental health. During this Consider Before Consuming Podcast episode, Paul shares how he was able to retrain his brain away from porn consumption through healthy prac…

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Outgrowing Porn vs. Purity Culture 1:19:55

7M ago1:19:55

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What is the difference between outgrowing porn and purity culture? In this replay from The Porn Free Man Conference, you'll experience dramatic examples of what these two approaches look like, sound like, and feel like when you are... Reaching out to a friend after watching porn (failure vs. feedback) Sharing vulnerable parts of your story (harsh a…

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Outgrowing Porn Through Parts Work (with Dr. Gerry Crete) 47:59

7M ago47:59

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How can parts work help us outgrow porn? Dr. Gerry Crete combines Christian faith, internal family systems, attachment theory, and EMDR into a powerful approach to outgrowing porn. Learn why we need to work with parts pre-emptively, how to "break the spell" when you're in a trance state, and practical ways Jesus can meet our attachment needs. Dr. G…

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Julie Whitehead on How She Became the Sex-Trafficked Mother Next Door, Pt. 2 54:54

7M ago54:54

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Trigger warning: The following podcast episode contains discussions of abuse and sex trafficking. Listener discretion is advised. Julie Whitehead is a survivor of many years of abuse and sex trafficking. As a survivor, Julie shares her story in her book Shadowed: How I Became the Sex Trafficked Mother Next Door. She also serves on a survivor adviso…

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