Man Within Podcast

Grief is often discussed in the major moments of life – loss of a loved one, job changes, etc. But what about the day-to-day? Is grief more prevalent than we think? If you have experienced change of any kind in your life recently, you are grieving. The better you understand the process, the better you'll be able to move forward with your life. Today's episode explores the important subject of grie...

If I asked you who are some of the most trustworthy people in your life, how long would it take you to list yourself? Trust makes the world go round, and while we are regularly equipped to built trust in relationships with others, few discuss the importance of building trust with yourself. Today's episode deep dives into the subject, focusing on how to build trust with yourself when you've had a h...

Keeping your eyes on the prize is a must for every believer, especially in a world full of distractions and shiny new objects. Today's episode outlines a rather sobering exercise that bring clarity to your values, mission and vision for your life. Personal development exercises like these go a very long way in the recovery process, anchoring the individual to the deepest and most meaningful parts...

The idea of getting into a dating relationship can be scary when you're struggling with porn. Will it cause damage in the long run? Will your partner reject you if he/she finds out? These are understandable concerns. Today's episode explains the right mindset to have around dating, and what is required if you'd like to pursue a romantic relationship while still attaining freedom. Pre-Order my book...

Hayden and Savannah seek to change the conversation surrounding pornography with a focus on de-shaming the problem so true healing can occur. They host a weekly podcast titled “I Stand at The Door.” In today's episode, Hayden & Savannah share their story of coming to faith, how Hayden overcame a 10 year struggle with pornography, and what it was like working through Hayden's recovery while dating...

Today's episode discusses the "18 inch journey" that all knowledge must take if we are to experience transformation. Head knowledge alone will only go so far – it is when we experience and execute on the knowledge that knowledge becomes powerful. In the information age, we must be more careful than ever before to diligently pursue experiences that enhance our knowledge comprehension. Listen to Epi...

If you grew up Christian, you know how monumental the wedding night can be for a man. Today's episode provides paradigms and practicalities that will ensure your sex life gets off to a blazing start in your marriage. If you plan to get married, are close to getting married, or are currently married and want to help others in this area, this episode is for you. Pre-Order my book The Last Relapse Ge...

Today's episode outlines vital steps a man must take in his recovery based on the frequency of your struggle. The framework provided is based on working with scores of men in a variety of different environments. If you are looking for specifics about your next step in the recovery process, this episode was made for you. A quick summary: If you're struggling daily – Radical environment shift If you...

All things are created twice – first internally, then externally. If you want to change habits and behavior patterns, you must first identify the first creation – the paradigms and perceptions that gave rise to the behavior. Today's episode explains these concepts in detail, using practical examples to illustrate how habits are really formed and what is required to effectively change them. Atomic...

Founder & Director of the Christian Counseling Center: For Sexual Health & Trauma (CCC), Andrew J. Bauman is a licensed mental health counselor with a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology. Andrew is the author of Floating Away, Stumbling Toward Wholeness, The Psychology of Porn, and (with Christy) A Brave Lament.  In today's episode, he sits down...

How you see God determines who you become. We must vigilantly guard our perception of God, because in many ways if we don't, it has ramifications for our own self-esteem. If you are struggling to feel good about yourself or to believe God loves you, today's episode will provide you a dose of encouragement and reminder of the unconditional, loving nature of our incredible God. Get your free copy of...

This is the information age, which means everyone has opinions, stats and facts about how you should live your life. Today's episode breaks down the true qualities of good education, and common giveaways that indicate education may not be as helpful as it seems. The bottom line is that good education empowers, poor education entitles. The better we become at identifying quality sources of educatio...

The minute you stop dreaming is the minute you start dying. Young and old, rich and poor, male and female, all of us are wired to dream the impossible. Today's episode is an exhortation to hurdle the limiting beliefs and obstacles that are stopping you from having wild, crazy dreams. It just might be the thing that launches you forward in your calling and purpose in life. Get your free copy of The...

We know that the goal in recovering from sexual misbehavior is to abolish shame, but did you know there is a difference between shamelessness and being unashamed? Today's episode explains that only one of these qualities is desirable for long-term success, and how we can easily trick ourselves into thinking we're free of shame when in reality we have simply masked it. At the end, you're given a fe...

Frank Rich is a former body builder entrepreneur, men's health coach and the host oh The Super Human Life Podcast. After living with and battling addiction, depression and anxiety for almost 20 years, he is no won a mission to help men who are suffering from the same issues take back control of their lives though the power of faith and fitness. In today's interview, Frank details his story of reco...

While social media is often a gateway to porn consumption and other sexual misbehavior, it can serve a useful purpose in recovery. Today's episode explains that the reasons we engage with social media often run parallel to the reasons we consume porn. By identifying the underlying causes of our social media use, especially when it is out of control and problematic, we gain insights into the same r...

Today's episode contrasts a porn-free community versus an everyday community and the role that each plays in short term success and long-term recovery. While porn-free communities are often emphasized in our environments, the value of meaningful connection with even one friend outside a porn recovery context could be the difference between struggle and success. If you are interested in the Austin...

Today's episode is back to the basics as Sathiya explains the cause of porn addiction, the classic mistakes most men make trying to get free, and the true solution for long-term recovery. Whether you are fully free, just beginning, or somewhere in between, this episode is a good reminder of the importance of taking an inside-out approach in life. If you are interested in the Austin meet-up, please...

Unwanted by Jay Stringer is one of the most important books written about porn addiction recovery in the last 10 years. Today's episode explores the main message of the book, the brilliance of Jay Stringer, and a few key takeaways that could be useful in your long-term recovery. Internalizing these concepts and executing them in your day-to-day life almost guarantees that your recovery will be tak...

As a Pastor, John Maxwell Certified Coach and Serial Entrepreneur, Shiraz Siddique helps people illuminates a path for possession of the promises God has for us. Shiraz completed his Masters of Theology from Tyndale Seminary, hosts Pursuing Fullness on Canada's biggest Christian radio station, and is the founder of Christian Business Harvest Network. In this interview, Shiraz explains how to find...

In today's episode, Sathiya explains the three dimensions of recovery – solo logic, trigger awareness, and origins. While the first two dimensions are useful, true long-term freedom will always take place in the third dimension. There are three great questions to ask yourself if you want to tap into the third dimension and experience healing. If you can, pull out your journal and work through thes...

Today's episode explores a common issue many men face today – people pleasing. Ironically, people pleasing behavior is usually done to protect the relationship, when in reality, it causes long-term damage. If you cannot show up authentically in a relationship, it will suffer. This episode gives you the following four questions to ask yourself if you are struggling with people pleasing behavior of...

If you've ever engaged in pornography, you know that it can be a slippery slope. Thresholds for pleasure and content intensity can increase, leading us to places we never imagined were possible. It is important to know that for starters, you are not defined by what you watch, no matter how dark/intense it may be. There are neurological concepts at play that often drive us to these places, namely:...

A lot of the messaging in this podcast and DeepClean can come across as "anti-filter", when in reality, internet filters can have an essential place in the porn recovery process. The mistake men commonly make is relying exlusively on the filter – this can lead to disastrous outcomes. When a filter is supplementary to an inner transformation process (program, counseling, coaching, etc), it can be h...

Shawn Bonneteau is a passionate speaker, certified mentor and founder of Secret Habit with his wife Helena. His mission is to help men struggling with pornography addiction, erectile dysfunction, and ultimately, sexual brokenness. He has been a guest speaker/writer with X3 Church, Bravehearts, Husband Material, Family Life Canada, and many more.  In this candid interview, Shawn details his experie...