Man Within Podcast

After more than a decade in pastoral ministry, Dr. Jake Porter now leads a rapidly growing counseling clinic, hosts a podcast, and works as an executive leadership coach and practice–building consultant. His unique, transdisciplinary model for coaching draws from his research in developmental neuroscience, affect regulation, attachment theory, spirituality, as well as his formal coach training to...

The way we handle attractive people in our lives says A LOT about our hearts, our character and our maturity. Many men find themselves either engaging inappropriately with attractive women or just avoiding them altogether, but this is a mistake. God has designed beauty throughout all creation, our responsibility is to learn how to handle it in a way that is pleasing to Him. This is easier said tha...

Life gets busy, and while the message of self-care is clearly important, it is not always practical. Today's episode outlines a very practical way to ensure that you are able to carry out self-care, even in seasons where you have very limited time to do so. Whether you are raising a family, juggling jobs, or just trying to survive the cares of life, this episode will help you get crystal clear on...

Fresh off a men's retreat in Phoenix, AZ, Sathiya shares some of the main takeaways he learned from a former NFL athlete named John Madsen, a pastor turned Rockstar entrepreneur named Jamal Miller, a 29-year old 8-figure net worth consultant named Brandon Poulin, and Nicholas Bayerle, the host of the retreat. The main takeaways highlighted are the importance of action taking, the power of vision,...

Processing childhood trauma is an imperative part of recovery - whether you have loads of trauma or just a bit. This episode talks about a guidepost that will help you get started on the journey if you aren't sure how to identify where trauma might be or which traumas you need to tackle to experience healing during recovery. Get a FREE copy of my bestselling book, The Last Relapse Follow Sathiya o...

Tovares Grey is a social media Content Creator that focuses his work on Christianity and relationships. A U.S. Navy veteran, and bestselling author, Tovares started Godly Dating 101 almost 10 years ago as a single individual trying to learn how to date God’s way and help others on that journey as well. Having seen many failed marriages and unhealthy connections that led people far away from Jesus,...

Being "busy" has become a badge of honor in our society, but at what cost? Today's podcast addresses how you can fit recovery into a busy life, detailing the mindsets that are necessary to properly pull it off. Get a FREE copy of my bestselling book, The Last Relapse Follow Sathiya on Instagram

Today's episode talks about how every season and situation has "leverage points" that you can use to accelerate your recovery process. While it is easy to think that if your relationship status was different, maybe things would be easier, the reality is those who make progress in recovery accept their current situation and find a way to move forward. Get a FREE copy of my bestselling book, The Las...

"The concepts around emotionally intelligence and emotional focused therapies are often quite liberating for those in recovery, especially if you were taught to suppress/repress/neglect your emotions growing up. While processing emotions is obviously important, is it possible to do too much of a good thing? Today's podcast explores a common mistake men make when growing in their emotional health,...

Handling triggers is the only way you can gain momentum in the recovery journey. Today's episode talks about the importance of setting strict boundaries around ANYTHING that is 'grey' or 'borderline' triggering, as these things often serve as pre-triggers that prime us for more vulnerable states/conditions later on. While it may seem "intense" or "extreme" to have firm boundaries around the people...

Curt Storring is a husband of 10 years, a father to 3 boys with another on the way, and an entrepreneur. Through his organization, DadWork, Curt helps entrepreneurial and executive dads become elite husbands and fathers, by making them harder to kill, easier to love, and equipped to lead. In this candid interview, Curt and Sathiya cover a plethora of subjects concerning manhood, fatherhood and fai...

This episode debunks a common misnomer, "time heals all wounds", explaining why this way of thinking is faulty and offering ways to properly go about the healing process. Get a FREE copy of my bestselling book, The Last Relapse Follow Sathiya on Instagram

Today's episode talks through the three layers of accountability, and it is likely they are different from any pre-existing systems you may have. Good accountability is preventative, focuses on connection, and offers information before its requested. Get a FREE copy of my bestselling book, The Last Relapse Follow Sathiya on Instagram

Real men confront their pain. Today's episode is an exhortation to handle your pain now when it's fresh, otherwise the consequences become much more drastic. There is a reason pain demands our attention, and while it is uncomfortable and unpleasant, facing it head on is always the superior option. Get a FREE copy of my bestselling book, The Last Relapse Follow Sathiya on Instagram

Dr. Eddie Capparucci makes a bonus appearance on the podcast today talking about why men struggle to love, why sobriety isn't enough to repair a relationship and common blind spots men have that prevent them from being relationally successful. This interview is a CLIP from an expert call that took place earlier this year in the DeepClean Community. Typically, this material is only available for pa...

Debra K. Fileta is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in Relationship, Sex, Dating, and Marriage issues. She is a passionate author and national speaker who travels across the country spreading the message that healthy people make healthy relationships. Her work has been featured by numerous media outlets from national television to church ministries such as Saddleback Church, Fresh Li...

A continuation of yesterday's episode, today's segment looks at the importance of identify formation and shifting when progress is made. Once you have identified the insecurity undergirding the fear ( as explored in pt 1 ), it is then time to embrace the new identify that is forming. Failure to do so inevitably leads to relapse and a return to old ways. Listen to Episode 388 - How To Overcome Fear...

Progress is the name of the game when it comes to recovery. Unless God performs a miracle, the reality is that recovery takes time (and to be honest - even a miracle takes time before it finally happens usually!). Today's episode talks about a common experience many men face when progress starts to take place – the fear of losing it! When you are at rock bottom, the only way is up. When you start...

Often, we talk about the importance of asking "What is porn offering me?" from a heart-level/emotional perspective. Questions like thes give us insights into the more fundamental needs that are being met through our sexual behavior. While useful, they also have limitations. Today's episode explores a new question that has a similar effect from a neurobiological perspective – is porn functioning as...

Today's episode explores a statement that is often seen in scripture, "If you love me, you'll obey my commands." While most interpret this as a 'proof' statement – by obeying God's commandments you prove your love for him – this statement also has a cause and effect layer to it. As we love God more, we become positioned to better obey his commandments.   Join DeepClean Inner Circle Get a FREE copy...

Dr. Juli Slattery is a clinical psychologist, author, speaker and the president/co-founder of Authentic Intimacy. Juli earned her college degree at Wheaton College, an MA in psychology from Biola University, and an MS and a Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from Florida Institute of Technology. From 2008-2012, Dr. Slattery served at Focus on the Family writing, teaching, and co-hosting the F...

Too many men make the mistake of asking "What can I get away with?" when it comes to recovery. The real question should be, "How is this done in the best way possible?" By shifting the question, our brains become more open to solutions, we become more determined to face our outcome, and we are able to stay on course on the road to recovery. Join DeepClean Inner Circle Get a FREE copy of my bestsel...

There are hundreds of recovery solutions available at your fingertips in today's day and age, both digital and in-person. Today's episode explores the necessary elements your recovery should include if you want to get long-term results. This episode in no way promotes ANY program (including my own), but instead uses research findings to identify the key components of an effective solution, includi...

In these harder times, many seem to find themselves overwhelmed. Finances are tight, jobs are uncertain, relationships are strained, and confidence is low. While the messaging to our brains and bodies amidst overwhelm is "I can't handle this", nothing could be further from the truth. Today's episode uses personal examples of Sathiya's life to demonstrate the 2 essential skills you must have if you...

A continuation from Episode 379, today's episode offers multiple ways that you can generate income to fund your recovery. This includes capitalizing on pre-existing platforms, leveraging existing skills and talents you already have, riding market trends, and using your physical strength and capabilities. If you want to make a recovery but are lacking the finances to do so, this episode is for you....