Man Within Podcast

The word "love" is thrown around all the time, but have you ever wondered what it really means? How can you love your wife and also "love" Doritos? Today's episode deep dives into the 4 kinds of love, the difference between giving and receiving love, and why showing up in a relationship for love is very different than showing up from love. Discover Your Love Language Profile (No Charge) Get a FREE...

Have you ever found yourself wide awake at night even though your body is tired and you knew you needed sleep? This phenomenon is becoming commonplace for many with the rise in stress levels and screen usage amongst our many devices. Today's episode provides a novel way to condition your brain for rest on a regular basis, and why lighting control just might be the missing link in your nighttime ro...

Communication is one of the best indicators of relationship quality. When the communication is happening often and in a healthy manner, the relationship itself is typically healthy. The same is true for miscommunications or a lack thereof. Today's episode explores healthy communications patterns in arguably the most important relationship of all – the relationship with self. Get my blueprint to ex...

Richard and Brittni have been married for six years. They are parents, pastors, authors, and co-founders of LoveAlwaysMinistries.com - a ministry that helps people find freedom from porn while pursuing purity of heart. On today's interview, they sit down to talk with Sathiya about S-E-X. The good parts, challenging parts, and everything in between. Specifically, the conversation talks about what i...

Today's episode continues from yesterday's Episode 243 , detailing the importance of loving what you create, based on the creation story in Genesis 1. God loved what He created because He loved himself. The more you and I learn to love ourselves, the more we will love what we produce. This episode ends with a humorous story of Sathiya crying on a plane at the absolute worst time and an expert tip...

We have made a huge mistake in our society of reducing creativity to artistry. The reality is that all are naturally creative, but few are creative naturally. Today's episode explains why this disconnect exists, and some practical ways to tap more into your creative potential. Get my blueprint to experience lasting freedom. Order a copy of The Last Relapse . Join DeepClean Inner Circle , a free, p...

Introspection is a beautiful thing. It allows us to understand ourselves better, piece together parts of our past, and ultimately grow. But as history often shows, you can have too much of a good thing. Today's episode explains the catch 22 of introspection – we must use it to facilitate our recovery process, yet it can hinder our recovery if it is overdone. Beware of this balancing act as you emb...

In the early years of adulthood, hobbies are more or less built into our lives. But as careers develop and families begin to grow, without intentionality hobbies typically fall to the wayside. This is a huge travesty, as hobbies provide cushioning between stimulus and response, and conditioning to create separation between responsibilities and roles in our live. Both of these are vital for long-te...

Matt Dobschuetz is a bestselling author and the host of Porn Free Radio, a top-rated self-improvement podcast with over 2 million downloads. He regularly coaches men from around the world through issues concerning business, relationships, and of course, porn addiction. In this unique interview, Matt and Sathiya take turns interviewing each other, going back and forth about their recent experiences...

The value of hard work cannot be overstated in today's hustle culture. We know that hard work yield great results. But hard work alone is rarely enough. If you work hard climbing the wrong ladder, it doesn't matter how hard you worked – you won't get the desired outcome. Today's episode explains the importance of discerning the "right" ladder to climb in the recovery journey, to ensure your effort...

If you have dealt with any degree of self-hatred before, you will understand just how taxing the experience can be. Typically self-hatred is when we explain discrepancies, uncertainties, and shortcomings in life using inner measures. While we know that self-compassion, turning to God, and finding places of belonging are important, these solutions are often executed prematurely, having minimal effe...

Today's episode explores 2 case studies from the DeepClean community with one thing in common: A major breakthrough after nearly a year of being plateaued. Both clients were struggling to move to the next level of their recovery until something shifted recently. When asked what caused the shift, both had a similar answer: nothing. Learn what they meant, and why sometimes staying immersed in a prog...

As social media and search engines continue to rule the day, one thing we must beware of is Big Al. Whether we like it or not, algorithms rule the digital world. The better you understand how they work, the more effectively they will serve you, rather than you serving them. Get your copy of my book The Last Relapse Join DeepClean Inner Circle , a free, private community of men from around the worl...

Over the past 10 years, Drew Boa has helped hundreds of men achieve freedom from porn and heal all kinds of sexual brokenness. Drew is the founder of HusbandMaterial.com, where he offers community, courses, and coaching to Christian men outgrowing porn. He is also the author of Redeemed Sexuality and the host of the Husband Material podcast. In today's interview, Drew and Sathiya deep dive into th...

The choice to sexually misbehave never happens alone – there are many factors that influence a decision like that, one of which is alcohol. While alcohol consumption can be totally innocent, for some, it is the gateway to a series of poor choices. Today's episode gives some guidance on how to engage with alcohol during the recovery process, even if you haven't had a problem with it historically. G...

Furthering yesterday's discussion, today's episode shifts gears to talk about how we can support those who are directly impacted by the Russia-Ukraine war. Everyone has a responsibility in times like these – even if it is very small. We must step up, offer support, and do all we can to help. Sathiya explains how to pull this off, along with a few silver linings that we can take into account as the...

Cancel culture, political opinion, and algorithms seem to rule the day, especially in the midst of a global pandemic and wars. In today's episode, Sathiya shares a recent personal experience with this dynamic, and a few things he learned that might be useful for anyone trying to engage in this subject matter. While politics don't have a direct correlation to someone's addiction, often these topics...

In the days of information overload, Sathiya has chosen to read only one book this year (he usually reads 30 minutes/day) as many times over as possible. This episode explains why he is doing an information detox and which book he has decided to read exclusively in 2022. Get your copy of my book The Last Relapse . Join DeepClean Inner Circle , a free, private community of men from around the world...

Ben Bennett is an author, speaker, podcast host, and the Director of Resolution Movement – a global movement overcoming hurts and struggles and thriving in life with Jesus and others. He has faced addiction, trauma, and mental health struggles in his journey toward a wholehearted life. Through many mistakes, missteps, false starts and restarts, Ben discovered proven tools and principles that have...

One of the challenging side effects of porn addiction is a contaminated imagination. The good news is that if you can learn something, you can also unlearn something – the question is how? Today's episode explores both the neurological and psychological elements of sanctifying your imagination so that it can be used in a positive, healthy manner.   Get your copy of my book The Last Relapse Join De...

Falling short of your standards on a regular basis may have caused you to wonder if the standards are too high. As a recovering perfectionist, I can relate. Today's episode explains how to uphold high standards without being too hard on yourself when you come up short, and why this is critical for long-term recovery. Get your copy of my book The Last Relapse Join DeepClean Inner Circle , a free, p...

You may have heard (or even said) the statement that you have an "addictive personality." This episode breaks down the futility of this statement and addresses the sentiment that typically underlies it. 49 - Why You Should Be Careful With Personality Tests Get your copy of my book The Last Relapse Join DeepClean Inner Circle , a free, private community of men from around the world pursuing freedom...

At some point in the recovery journey, many wonder if masturbation is really that big of a deal. Today's episode talks about three "states" that a man finds himself in the recovery journey (listed below). With this framework in mind, Sathiya explains his stance on masturbation. 1)What can I get away with? 2)What can I tolerate? 3)What is the best for me?   Get your copy of my book The Last Relapse...

Jim is a sought-after speaker and internationally known podcaster whose passionate exposition of God's Word, relational humor, and epic storytelling skills will keep you riveted to the edge of your seat. He has written numerous books, including his Amazon #1 bestselling Strong Men Dangerous Times. In this interview, Jim shares about his new book – Guts and Manhood, an exploration into the subject...

Today's episode explores a statement that was recently made in the DeepClean community that perfectly articulates the recovery journey. If you can truly grasp this statement and apply it to your life, you will find freedom. Get your copy of my book The Last Relapse Join DeepClean Inner Circle , a free, private community of men from around the world pursuing freedom just like you.