Husband Material
290 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 203 ratingsSo you want to outgrow porn. But how? How do you change your brain, heal your heart, and save your relationship? Welcome to Husband Material with Drew Boa, where we answer all these questions and more! Each episode will make it easier for you to achieve lasting freedom from porn—without fighting an exhausting battle. Porn is a pacifier. This podcast will help you outgrow it and become a sexually mature man of God.
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Neglect: Hidden Trauma (with Stephen Thomas)
July 04, 2022 15:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBHow do I know if I was neglected? And what can I do about it? Stephen Thomas unpacks 6 types of neglect, why neglect fuels shame and addiction, and what we can do as we recognize ways we have been neglected. Stephen Thomas is a husband and father who has enjoyed freedom from porn and hookup culture for over 13 years. He is a Certified Husband Material Coach who provides coaching for individuals, couples, and groups. Stephen is passionate about seeing men who feel hopelessly buried by addict...
Redeeming Heartache (with Cathy Loerzel)
June 27, 2022 15:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBHeartache has a pattern, and so does healing. Author and therapist Cathy Loerzel explains the 3 types of heartache, and a powerful path to healing for each one. Learn how your past has uniquely prepared you to experience more joy. Cathy Loerzel founded the Allender Center with Dr. Dan Allender in 2010. Together with Dan, she is the co-author of Redeeming Heartache: How Past Suffering Reveals True Calling (this is a paid link). Connect with Cathy at cathyloerzel.com. Take the Husband Mate...
The Five Types Of Intimacy
June 20, 2022 15:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBWhat is intimacy? How can I find it? Most intimacy is not sexual. Most intimacy is spiritual, social, emotional, mental, and physical. Learn why each type of intimacy matters, and how to experience each one without sex or porn. Resources mentioned in this episode: Man Cards, by Drew Boa and Henry Brown The Feeling Wheel, by Gloria Wilcox The Eight Feelings, by Chip Dodd Husband Material Community Take the Husband Material Journey... Step 1: Listen to this podcast or watch on YouTube ...
Get Your Man Cards (with Henry Brown)
June 13, 2022 15:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBMen are lonely. How can we develop deeper friendships? Introducing Man Cards: a card deck of conversation starters for men designed by Drew Boa and Henry Brown. In this episode, Drew and Henry introduce Man Cards and show you how to use them. Get your Man Cards at getyourmancards.com Man Cards make it easier for men to go deep. Inside are 52 questions of varying levels of vulnerability to help you and the men around you be fully known. Cards are ranked, so men can choose how deep they wan...
Why Porn Is A Solution (with Matt Dobschuetz)
June 06, 2022 15:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBYou'll never outgrow porn if you believe it's the problem. In this episode, Matt Dobschuetz explains why porn is a solution, and the surprising reason why one particular type of porn has appealed to him. This man overflows with kindness and hope! Matt Dobschuetz is the host of Porn Free Radio, the top-rated podcast for motivated guys who want to quit looking at porn. Matt is a diehard Chicago Bears fan, a coffee enthusiast, and a lover of old-school hip hop. To learn more, visit Matt at rec...
Long Distance Friendship (with Drew, Stephen, Marcus, and Mike)
May 30, 2022 15:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBDo you ever wish your friends lived closer? In today's world, long distance friendship is more possible and pervasive than ever. What are the blessings and drawbacks of this? In this episode, Husband Material coaches talk about how to maximize authentic connection, both long distance and locally. Join us for a weekend of beauty and brotherhood at the Husband Material Retreat in Santa Barbara (September 9-13, 2022). Sign up for the "Early Bird Discount" before July 9th to receive $150 off at...
Becoming Emotionally Mature (with Dr. Eddie Capparucci)
May 23, 2022 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBWhat is emotional maturity? How can we increase our emotional intelligence? In this episode, Dr. Eddie Capparucci explains the three components of emotional maturity, why men struggle to love, and what we can do about it. Dr. Eddie Capparucci is an author and therapist who specializes in the treatment of sex and porn addiction. He's the creator of the Inner Child Recovery Process (ICRP) and the author of a new book: Why Men Struggle To Love: Overcoming Relational Blind Spots. More resourc...
Sexual Arousal vs. Sexual Desire (with Dr. Doug Carpenter)
May 16, 2022 15:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBWhat is the difference between sexual arousal and sexual desire, and why does it matter? In this episode, Dr. Doug Carpenter powerfully explains this concept and why it is absolutely essential for outgrowing porn. This episode is taken from our new course on Healing From Sexual Abuse. Learn more at husbandmaterial.com/healing-from-sexual-abuse Related episodes: How To Interpret Sexual Fantasies What Should I Do With My Sexual Desires? Take the Husband Material Journey... Step 1: L...
Should I Count The Days Since I Last Used Porn?
May 09, 2022 15:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBLet me help you decide if “counting the days” is right for you. In this episode, you'll learn 2 bad reasons to count, 3 good reasons to count, and what works for me... 2 bad reasons: Legalism & License 3 good reasons: Celebration, Compassion, & Curiosity What works for me? Listen to this episode to find out 😉 If you loved this episode, you will probably love my book, Redeemed Sexuality. Buy it here (this is a paid link): Redeemed Sexuality: 12 Sessions For Healing And Transformation I...
Porn And Centering Prayer (with Matthew Lyda)
May 02, 2022 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBWhat is centering prayer? How can it help us when we're triggered or preoccupied? In this episode, Matthew Lyda explains the 4 Rs of centering prayer: Resist no thought Retain no thought React to no thought Return to God Matthew Lyda is a Pastoral Sex Addiction Professional and a poet. He is the author of Recover The Wild: Unfiltered Poems And Prayers (paid link). Matthew is also trained as a mental health & life purpose coach. Take Matthew's free 5-day course on centering prayer he...
The Gospel And Trauma (with Matt Wenger)
April 25, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBHow does the gospel interact with trauma? In this episode, Matt Wenger explains a Christ-centered and clinically innovative approach to healing trauma and outgrowing pornography. Matt Wenger is the clinical director of Boulder Recovery, a 14-day intensive for men struggling with sex, porn, and relationship issues and their impact on faith. The program uses the TINSA treatment model (Trauma-Induced Sexual Addiction) to heal the traumatic experiences and attachment wounds driving addictive be...
How To Heal Your Inner Child: Older Brother Coaching
April 18, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBWhat if you could become a loving older brother to your inner child? In this episode, you'll discover how to do this through Older Brother Coaching. Older Brother Coaching is my unique approach to healing the inner child, which has led to hundreds of breakthroughs for Christian men outgrowing porn. In this episode, you'll learn the three steps of Older Brother Coaching. Then at the end, I'll lead you through a guided meditation to experience it for yourself. Resources mentioned (including...
How To Heal Your Inner Child: Older Brother Coaching (LIVE)
April 18, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBWhat if you could become the older brother you never had? In this episode, you'll discover how to do this through Older Brother Coaching. Older Brother Coaching is my unique approach to healing the inner child. I have seen it create hundreds of breakthroughs for Christian men outgrowing porn. You'll understand why when you listen to this episode and learn the three steps: Locate the boy Love the boy Lead the boy Resources mentioned (including paid links): Going Deeper: Understandin...
The Blessing Of Being Reported (with Rich Moore)
April 11, 2022 15:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBWhat if being reported for criminal sexual activity can be a blessing? In this episode, Rich Moore explains how being reported saved his life and propelled him into healing. Rich also reveals how to know if you should report yourself or someone else to local authorities. Rich Moore is the Associate Director of Men's Groups for Pure Desire Ministries, and a certified Pastoral Sex Addiction Professional (PSAP). Rich has been involved with Pure Desire for over 20 years and serves a foundationa...
Healing Racial Trauma (with Sheila Wise Rowe)
April 04, 2022 15:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBWhat is racial trauma? How does it affect us all, and what does healing look like? In this episode, Sheila Wise Rowe shares insights and stories about how racial trauma can be healed. Sheila Wise Rowe is a truth-teller who writes passionately about matters of faith and emotional healing. She advocates for the dignity, rights, and healing of abuse survivors, those carrying racial trauma, and racial (re)conciliation. Sheila is the author of the award-winning book Healing Racial Trauma: The Ro...
Why Didn’t I Like Vaginas?
March 28, 2022 15:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBIf you’re not attracted to typical porn, have you ever wondered why? In this episode, I explore the roots of my negative association with female sexual parts due to purity culture, parents, peers, princesses, and porn. Books about sex and purity culture (paid links): A Celebration Of Sex, by Dr. Doug Rosenau The Gift Of Sex, by Clifford And Joyce Penner Talking Back To Purity Culture, by Rachel Joy Welcher To understand how purity culture keeps men trapped in porn, take my free mini-cou...
How Does God View My Body? (with Matt Cline)
March 21, 2022 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBWhat does God think about my face, my gut, and my penis? In this episode, Matt Cline unpacks what the Bible says about our bodies—why they have value, and how we can reclaim the parts we don't like. Matt Cline is the director of Restored Ministries, focused on helping 1,000,000 people live porn-free and powerfully by 2030. He is also co-host of the Pure Victory Podcast. Matt lives in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada with his wife and two young sons. Restored Ministries Resources: Pure Freedom J...
The Science Of Shame (with Dr. Jake Porter)
March 14, 2022 15:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBIs there such a thing as healthy shame? How can we heal from toxic shame? In this episode, Dr. Jake Porter shares eye-opening answers to these questions from science and scripture. Dr. Jake Porter is the founder of Daring Ventures and host of the upcoming Choose Connection Online Summit for couples in recovery from addiction and betrayal on March 25-27, 2022. Husband Material is partnering with Daring Ventures to promote this awesome event using affiliate links. Get your free ticket to the...
Toxic Shame vs. Healthy Shame (with Dr. Jake Porter)
March 14, 2022 15:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBIs there such a thing as healthy shame? How can we heal from toxic shame? In this episode, Dr. Jake Porter shares eye-opening answers to these questions from science and scripture. Dr. Jake Porter is the founder of Daring Ventures and host of the upcoming Choose Connection Online Summit for couples in recovery from addiction and betrayal on March 25-27, 2022. Husband Material is partnering with Daring Ventures to promote this awesome event using affiliate links. Get your free ticket to the...
Vulnerability 101 (LIVE)
March 07, 2022 16:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBWhat is true vulnerability? Why is it so important? When is it safe? And how can I get better at it? In this episode, I answer all these questions and more... If you want to become more vulnerable with men committed to curiosity and compassion, apply to join an upcoming Husband Material group at husbandmaterial.com/group Resources on vulnerability (including paid links): The Power Of Vulnerability (TED Talk) by Brené Brown Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the W...
The Power Of Identity (with Sathiya Sam)
February 28, 2022 16:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBWho are you? What defines you? Performance? Porn addiction? Sexual attraction? In this episode, Sathiya Sam reveals the power of having a secure identity, how to strengthen your sense of self, and why he recommends self-care using the 5 love languages. Sathiya Sam is a coach and speaker who helps men live with confidence and integrity. A recovered addict himself, Sathiya is the creator of DeepClean™️ – a research-based and Bible-backed system for overcoming porn. This work has helped everyo...
The Power Of Identity (with Sathiya Sam)
February 28, 2022 16:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBWho are you? What defines you? Performance? Porn addiction? Sexual attraction? In this episode, Sathiya Sam reveals the power of having a secure identity, how to strengthen your sense of self, and why he recommends self-care using the 5 love languages. Sathiya Sam is a coach and speaker who helps men live with confidence and integrity. A recovered addict himself, Sathiya is the creator of DeepClean™️ – a research-based and Bible-backed system for overcoming porn. This work has helped everyo...
Rags To Riches To Ruin To Redemption (with Dr. Joe Martin)
February 21, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 45.2 MB"You can't possibly hate yourself more than I love you. You can try, but it ain't gonna happen. You can try, but I have until eternity. You don't. How long do you wanna keep playing this game of the pity party and this shame when I got so much more planned for you?" —Dr. Joe Martin In this episode, Dr. Joe Martin shares his incredible story of God bringing redemption out of poverty, abuse, addiction, and divorce. He also reveals the 5 components of a kingdom man, and how to address voices o...
How To Reframe A Porn Relapse
February 14, 2022 16:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBWhat's the best way to respond to a relapse into porn, either for yourself or for a friend? In this episode, you'll learn the power of viewing relapse as feedback (not failure), the benefits of a growth mindset (not a fixed mindset), and the 3 types of feedback you must receive. Research mentioned in this episode (this is a paid link): Mindset: The New Psychology Of Success, by Carol Dweck Other Husband Material resources mentioned in this episode: Read a book Take a course Get coachin...
Healing From Sexual Abuse, Part 2 (with Mike Chapman)
February 07, 2022 16:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBWhat is "normal" for survivors of sexual abuse? And what does healing look like? Mike Chapman offers validation and wisdom based on years of research and his personal healing journey. Mike Chapman is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse (CSA), trafficking, and sexual assault as an adult by clergy. He is also an incredible man of God, a powerful encourager, and a Certified Husband Material Coach with over 3 years of freedom from porn. Mike also facilitates a free private group for male surv...
Healing From Sexual Abuse, Part 1 (with Mike Chapman)
January 31, 2022 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBYou have to hear Mike's story. Mike Chapman is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse (CSA), trafficking, and sexual assault as an adult by clergy. He is also an incredible man of God, a powerful encourager, and a Certified Husband Material Coach with over 3 years of freedom from porn. Contact Mike for coaching at [email protected] Mike also facilitates a free private group for male survivors of childhood sexual abuse for members of the Husband Material Community. Another forum...
A Story Of Healing From Sexual Abuse (with Mike Chapman)
January 31, 2022 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBYou have to hear Mike's story. Mike Chapman is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse (CSA), trafficking, and sexual assault as an adult by clergy. He is also an incredible man of God, a powerful encourager, and a Certified Husband Material Coach with over 3 years of freedom from porn. Contact Mike for coaching at [email protected] Mike also facilitates a free private group for male survivors of childhood sexual abuse for members of the Husband Material Community. Another forum...
Was I Sexually Abused? (with Dr. Doug Carpenter)
January 24, 2022 16:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBHow can I know if I was sexually abused, and why does it matter? In this episode, Dr. Doug Carpenter answers these important questions while opening up about his own early sexual experiences... and how resolving sexual confusion helped him find freedom from gay porn. Dr. Doug Carpenter is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and professor of psychology. He and his spouse, Mary Carpenter, LMSW are the founders of Insight Counseling Services in Rochester, Michigan. Buy Doug's new book (this is ...
Introduction To Healing Prayer (with Leslie Weinzettel)
January 17, 2022 16:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBWhat is healing prayer? What is it (not) about? What can we expect from it? This episode is a must-listen for anyone who is interested in healing prayer, because Leslie Weinzettel offers incredibly helpful guidance on how to pray for one another in a way that is truly healing. Leslie Weinzettel has been practicing and growing in the ministry of healing prayer for the last 17 years. As a former staff member of Christian Healing Ministries in Jacksonville, FL, she shares from her many experi...
Introduction To Healing Prayer (with Leslie Weinzettel)
January 17, 2022 16:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBWhat is healing prayer? What is it (not) about? What can we expect from it? This episode is a must-listen for anyone who is interested in healing prayer, because Leslie Weinzettel offers incredibly helpful guidance on how to pray for one another in a way that is truly healing. Leslie Weinzettel has been practicing and growing in the ministry of healing prayer for the last 17 years. As a former staff member of Christian Healing Ministries in Jacksonville, FL, she shares from her many experi...
Building A Porn-Free Body: Momentum (with Alex VanHouten) Part 2
January 10, 2022 16:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBIn this episode, Alex VanHouten shares wisdom about exercise, nutrition, and physical fitness while keeping God at the center of it all. Alex VanHouten is a father, husband, and self-proclaimed fitness nerd. He has served thousands of clients as a health coach, nutritionist, and personal trainer for the past 16 years. He is the owner and founder of the Betterment Company and the Better Daily App. Alex lives in Greenbrier, Arkansas with his wife and two boys. Here is Alex's new Mastermind:...
Building A Porn-Free Body: Momentum (with Alex VanHouten)
January 10, 2022 16:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBIn this episode, Alex VanHouten shares wisdom about exercise, nutrition, and physical fitness while keeping God at the center of it all. Alex VanHouten is a father, husband, and self-proclaimed fitness nerd. He has served thousands of clients as a health coach, nutritionist, and personal trainer for the past 16 years. He is the owner and founder of the Betterment Company and the Better Daily App. Alex lives in Greenbrier, Arkansas with his wife and two boys. Here is Alex's new Mastermind:...
Building A Porn-Free Body: Motivation (with Alex VanHouten) Part 1
January 03, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBHow can physical fitness help you outgrow porn? In this episode, professional trainer Alex VanHouten explains why and how strengthening your body can strengthen your sexual integrity. Along the way, Alex shares a wealth of insights from science, Scripture, and his own story of freedom. Alex VanHouten is a father, husband, and self-proclaimed fitness nerd. He has served thousands of clients as a health coach, nutritionist, and personal trainer for the past 16 years. He is the owner and foun...
Building A Porn-Free Body: Motivation (with Alex VanHouten)
January 03, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MBHow can physical fitness help you outgrow porn? In this episode, professional trainer Alex VanHouten explains why and how strengthening your body can strengthen your sexual integrity. Along the way, Alex shares a wealth of insights from science, Scripture, and his own story of freedom. Alex VanHouten is a father, husband, and self-proclaimed fitness nerd. He has served thousands of clients as a health coach, nutritionist, and personal trainer for the past 16 years. He is the owner and foun...
The Beauty Of Elephant Seals
December 27, 2021 16:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBFind out why northern elephant seals are my favorite animal, and how they have helped me unlearn self-contempt. More About Elephant Seals: "Seven Things That May Surprise You About Elephant Seals!" (article by Valerie Shore) Friends Of The Elephant Seal (check out their Live Beach Cam) More Resources To Outgrow Porn: Husband Material Community Husband Material Coaching Husband Material Courses Take the Husband Material Journey... Step 1: Listen to this podcast or watch on YouTube Step...
How To Make Sex Great (with Sheila Wray Gregoire)
December 20, 2021 16:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBWhat if everything you’ve been taught about sex has set you up for disappointment? In this episode, Sheila Wray Gregoire explains how sex can become truly great—for both partners. She also unpacks the harmful teachings of "Every Man's Battle" and challenges husbands to make love, not just intercourse! Sheila Wray Gregoire is the face behind ToLoveHonorandVacuum.com, the largest single-blogger marriage blog with one million page views per month. A sought-after speaker, she’s also an award-wi...
Appropriate Nudity (Live)
December 13, 2021 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBWhen is nudity appropriate for men outgrowing porn? How can nudity become healing rather than harmful? In this episode, I will be vulnerable about my own experiences with nudity, and share what I have learned. Join our private community at https://www.husbandmaterial.co/
Appropriate Nudity Between Men (LIVE)
December 13, 2021 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBWhen is nudity appropriate for men outgrowing porn? How can nudity become healing rather than harmful? In this episode, I will be vulnerable about my own experiences with nudity, and share what I have learned. Take the Husband Material Journey... Step 1: Listen to this podcast or watch on YouTube Step 2: Join the private Husband Material Community Step 3: Take the free mini-course: How To Outgrow Porn Step 4: Try the all-in-one program: Husband Material Academy Thanks for listen...
Appropriate Nudity (LIVE)
December 13, 2021 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBWhen is nudity appropriate for men outgrowing porn? How can nudity become healing rather than harmful? In this episode, I will be vulnerable about my own experiences with nudity, and share what I have learned. Join our private community at https://www.husbandmaterial.co/
Healing Sports Wounds (with Stephen Thomas)
December 06, 2021 16:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBWe live in a sports-centric culture. Have you ever felt like less of a man because of this? If you sometimes measure your masculinity based on athletic performance, this episode is for you. Stephen Thomas will explain the concept of "sports wounds," the 3 types of sports wounds, and how to heal so you can become more confident and secure as a man! Stephen Thomas is a husband and father who has had sobriety from porn for over 13 years. He's passionate about seeing men who feel hopelessly bur...
Solutions For Stress (with Marcus Spaur)
November 29, 2021 16:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBHave you ever felt overwhelmed by stress? In this episode, Marcus Spaur explains the difference between healthy and unhealthy stress, why self-care is not selfish, and how to prepare for stress during the holidays! Marcus Spaur is the founder of Between The Covers Coaching. He is also the Director of Care & Support at Husband Material, and a Certified Husband Material Coach. Email Marcus at [email protected]. You can sign up for a free coaching session with Marcus Spaur here. 34 Tips...
Five Truths About Forgiveness
November 22, 2021 16:00 - 11 minutes - 8.01 MBForgiveness is crucial to healing, but so often misunderstood. Get clarity about what forgiveness is (not) with these five truths: 1. Forgiveness is not permission. 2. Forgiveness is not a feeling. It's a choice. 3. Forgiveness is not a moment. It's a process. 4. Forgiveness is not easy or free. It's costly. 5. Forgiveness is not a burden. It's a gift. "Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you." Ephesians 4:32 Living in forgiveness is li...
The Orphan Spirit (with Dr. Eddie Capparucci)
November 15, 2021 16:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBHave you ever felt like an orphan? Do you long to belong, but have difficulty trusting others? In this episode, Eddie Capparucci unpacks "the orphan spirit"—what it is, why we struggle with it, and the power of our true identity: Beloved Sons Of The Most High King. Dr. Eddie Capparucci is a Christian therapist who specializes in the treatment of sex and porn addiction. He's the creator of the Inner Child Recovery Process (ICRP) and the author of two books (these are paid links): Removing ...
The Image Of God In You (with Jenna Riemersma)
November 08, 2021 16:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBThe image of God in you is good. In this episode, author and therapist Jenna Riemersma beautifully explains how the image of God can bring healing and freedom to every part of us... including any parts attached to pornography and other unwanted behaviors. Jenna Riemersma is the founder and clinical director of The Atlanta Center for Relational Healing. She is also teaching faculty for the International Institute of Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP). Jenna also provides dozens of f...
How Jesus Reverses The Curse
November 01, 2021 15:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBIf you feel unworthy or unlovable, please listen to this. It's a sermon—the same one I preached at the recent Husband Material Retreat in Santa Barbara. How Jesus Reverses The Curse: A Case Study From The Life Of Peter Sermon on John 21 by Drew Boa Sunday, October 10th, 2021 The Rupture: Peter's unfinished business with Jesus The Repair: Jesus confronts Peter with compassion The Redemption: Peter courageously follows Jesus Take the Husband Material Journey... Step 1: Listen to th...
Why Men Need To Play (with Dr. Michael Crocker)
October 25, 2021 15:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBPlay is not optional for outgrowing porn. It's essential! In this episode, Dr. Michael Crocker explains why play supports sexual recovery, and what it looks like to rediscover healthy play as an adult man. Dr. Michael Crocker is the founder and director of The Sexuality, Attachment, and Trauma Project as well as a private practitioner. Michael provides direct clinical services that address trauma, cross addiction, out-of-control sexual behavior, as well as sexual inhibition, intimacy anxiet...
The Power Of Unfiltered Poetry (with Matthew Ray Lyda)
October 18, 2021 15:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBDo you want to feel loved? Then you must remove your filter. Matthew Ray Lyda is here to help us do that... through the power of unfiltered poetry! Matthew Ray Lyda is a Pastoral Sex Addiction Professional who has published a book of poetry (this is a paid link): Recover The Wild: Unfiltered Poems And Prayers. Matthew is also trained as a mental health & life purpose coach. You can email him at [email protected]. Take the free 7-Day Filterless Poetry Challenge! (and receive personal fe...
The Cure For Comparison (with Dr. Michael Tso)
October 11, 2021 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.9 MBWhy do we compare ourselves to others? What is the cure for comparison? In this episode, my dear friend and mentor Michael Tso and I talk about our struggles with comparison... and the powerful antidote of belovedness! Dr. Michael Tso is a Family Medicine Doctor at Alliance Clinical Associates in Wheaton, Illinois. Michael specializes in mental health care with a whole person approach that integrates biological, psychological, relational and spiritual aspects of personhood. Books mentioned...
Porn Is An Abusive Teacher
October 04, 2021 15:00 - 13 minutes - 9.34 MBHow does porn (mis)educate us? What exactly does it teach? In this episode, I'll share the 5 As of porn, the 2 core messages, and how to experience sexual re-education. Resources mentioned in this episode (these are paid links): The Psychology Of Porn, by Andrew Bauman Pornland: How Porn Has Hijacked Our Sexuality, by Gail Dines Take the Husband Material Journey... Step 1: Listen to this podcast or watch on YouTube Step 2: Join the private Husband Material Community Step 3: Take the...
Sexual Discipleship (with Dr. Juli Slattery)
September 27, 2021 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MB"Sexual discipleship is teaching people HOW to think about sexuality, not WHAT to think about sexuality." In this episode, Dr. Juli Slattery helps us rethink sexuality according to the story of God, rather than the toxic sexual narratives of porn and purity culture. Juli Slattery is a clinical psychologist, author, speaker and the president/co-founder of Authentic Intimacy. She is also the author of ten books and host of the weekly podcast "Java with Juli." Juli and her husband Mike are th...