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On a recent writer's retreat I challenged myself to: Capture the steps to being porn free (the actual steps) Design a system that doesn't fail Create a plan, that if followed, could work for anybody In the first of 2 episodes, I share my journey discovering the The Porn Free Plan That Never Fails. I share the first two steps and explain why it took 11 years for me to go from step 1 to step 2. It's...

Back from a summer vacation with my family this week. I discuss traveling to Florida on I-75, Disney World, and getting sick. Also some timely fantasy football talk. Free Webinar: The Porn Free Plan That Never Fails w/ Matt Dobschuetz Tuesday 9/19 8PM Central  http://recoveredman.com/webinar Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/126   PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways...

Sam Dobschuetz, Coach and Stay-At-Home Dad, visits the Pornfree Radio studio aka my basement.  Sam coaches youth group pastors and has a passion for helping guys get out of isolation, find community, and healthy self care. We talk about growing up, Sam's experience with porn, and what he has seen as a youth group pastor, and now a coach of youth group leaders. Get the full show notes here: https:/...

In this episode, I'll show you how to porn-proof your home today. I share: - the actual tools I use - walk you through their set up - some awesome strategies that PFR listeners are using to manage content filters Also I share Gary Wilson's (from yourbrainonporn.com) response to episode 123. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/124   PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways...

My inbox is full (again!) Time to answer your burning questions.  - Why do you say that porn addiction recovery has little to do with brain science? - How do you know when you're ready to help someone else in recovery? - How does porn affect dating? - What do you do to battle food addiction?  - And more! Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/123   PLUS: Whenever you're ready... he...

Several years ago I participated in a men's weekend. It was a deep-dive counseling intensive. I'll admit it, I did beat on a drum at one point during the three days. But it was an incredible experience. On Friday night, we had to answer 3 questions before the other men. I present the 3 questions for you now. Use these, this week, to lock in and focus your recovery. Get the full show notes here: ht...

In this episode, we discuss "The Hero's Journey" with Ben Fraser, film maker and creator of the Brick House Web Series about quitting porn. Ben shares how he used the archetype of "The Hero" to reframe his experience of recovery.  Ben joined us first in PFR 24. He is a frequent contributor  to Pornfree Radio and is  now the Coaching Coordinator for Sprint Coaching and REV Group Coaching.  Get the...

Summer is here and it's a great time to talk about "School's Out Syndrome." It's that feeling we have on the last day of school.  A perverse freedom that comes in transition when we don't feel like we have any authority or rules. In this episode, you'll learn: - What "School's Out Syndrome" is - Why it's a dangerous lie to us in recovery - And 3 truths that counteract it REV Group Coaching http://...

If you have been at recovery for a while you have probably had a "roller coaster week." It's where you have some good recovery activities and momentum, then a relapse. How do we make sense of these ups and downs? REV Group Coaching http://recoveredman.com/rev 1-on-1 Coaching With Matt http://recoveredman.com/coaching Contribute to Pornfree Radio http://recoveredman.com/contribute Get the full show...

Coach and founder of Dirty Girl Ministries, Crystal Renaud, joins Pornfree Radio. In this episode, we discuss the importance of moving from away from negative labels (i.e. addict) in recovery. Crystal also shares her own story out of porn addiction and her recovery experience as a woman of faith. REV Group Coaching http://recoveredman.com/rev 1-on-1 Coaching With Matt http://recoveredman.com/coach...

How you're responding after a slip or a relapse can determine the long-term health of your recovery. In this episode, I share 3 common mistakes I routinely made after relapses and what you can do to avoid them. Get Access: Free Webinar - Monday May 29th The 5 Habits of Porn Free People http://recoveredman.com/webinar REV Group Coaching http://recoveredman.com/rev 1-on-1 Coaching With Matt http://r...

We've all been there. Whether it's at the mall, the grocery store, or even at church, we have these nagging lustful thoughts that come out of nowhere. Because of our history of porn use, we seem wired to sexualize people in our path. In this episode, Matt is joined by Scott from the Thursday night REV Group. We discuss real strategies you can use to deal with this pattern and find freedom. REV Gro...

In this episode, I go off the dome, and respond to critical feedback from two listeners. Warning: I get fired up. The post 115 – Warning: Matt Gets Fired Up appeared first on Recovered Man . Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/115   PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery:   Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/th...

I get a lot of questions these days about Smart Phones and Smart TVs. Networked internet devices are the norm now. But they can also be a big threat to our sobriety. In this episode, I share a powerful metaphor you can use when making decisions about smart devices and how they fit with your recovery goals. 1-on-1 Coaching With Matt http://recoveredman.com/coaching Contribute to Pornfree Radio http...

On this week's episode, I share an a-ha moment from a PFR listener. Jon shares how he's gotten to 81 days porn and masturbation free by making daily investment building his character. He writes, "I am inhabiting a place of becoming the type of man that does not look at porn. Instead of; practicing behaviors that keep me from looking at porn." 1-on-1 Coaching With Matt http://recoveredman.com/coach...

Are you avoiding failure in your life? Are you trying to escape negative thoughts, feelings, or emotions? This pattern of avoidance could be fueling your porn addiction and at the same time thwarting your recovery. 1-on-1 Coaching With Matt http://recoveredman.com/coaching Contribute to Pornfree Radio http://recoveredman.com/contribute Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/112   P...

Hope Ray is back! In this episode, we discuss the top 3 lies that partners believe when their husbands or boyfriend's struggle with porn. Hope first joined us in episodes 70 and 74 of Pornfree Radio. She specializes in working with partners and couples who are healing from the effects of porn and sex addiction. Free Download from Hope Partner's Guide to Writing An Impact Letter by Hope Ray http://...

In this episode, I unpack the good and bad news about hitting rock bottom. The bad news is few people will be able to porn free unless they have hit rock bottom. But I also have some really good news... I also answer two burning questions from listeners. REV Group Coaching Application http://recoveredman.com/rev 1-on-1 Coaching With Matt http://recoveredman.com/coaching Contribute to Pornfree Radi...

My inbox is full (again!) Time to answer your burning questions: - Are there any porn free sexual acts? - Do you have any advice or specific tips for those of us who wrestle with same-sex pornography? - How can I move forward with abstinent dating? - Help! I've been struggling to find a decent consequence for relapse. - Is it unreasonable for me to want to see my boyfriend's phone? - What to do wi...

In this episode, we open the Pornfree mail bag, read your letters and answer questions like: - Any suggestions for parents of someone who doesn't seem to want to fight to be porn free? - Do you have any advice for a depressed, porn-addicted teenager? - How can a recovering porn addict can engage in good self care at different phases of life? - Is it normal to be scared to give up porn? - How shoul...

In this episode, you'll learn how to create a hyper focused 7-day porn free recovery plan. This continues our "Back 2 Basics" series targeted at new listeners. "To go porn free for a month, you have to go porn free for a week." 1-on-1 Coaching With Matt http://recoveredman.com/coaching Contribute to Pornfree Radio http://recoveredman.com/contribute Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredma...

Continuing our Back 2 Basics series, we review the tool of F.A.S.T.T. check-ins. This structured check-in process will anchor your recovery each week and improve your success. This check-in format comes from Dr. Milton Magness. Its original use was for sex addicts and their partners after disclosure. However F.A.S.T.T. Check-ins provide a great framework for any kind of ongoing accountability. The...

How can we measure the health of our recovery daily? In this episode, I share a new tool for daily recovery tracking that was inspired by the National Hockey League (NHL). Download Daily Recovery Tracking Calendar here: http://recoveredman.com/105 1-on-1 Coaching With Matt http://recoveredman.com/coaching Contribute to Pornfree Radio http://recoveredman.com/contribute Get the full show notes here:...

In this uncut, unedited episode of Pornfree Radio, I share 5 things that help me deal with depression. 1-on-1 Coaching With Matt http://recoveredman.com/coaching Contribute to Pornfree Radio http://recoveredman.com/contribute Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/104   PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery:   Porn Free This Year (Free video...

Do you want to jumpstart your recovery this week? Take massive action. Matt is joined by Steve, a Pornfree Radio listener, who took 10 actions last week and shares each of them here. 1-on-1 Coaching With Matt http://recoveredman.com/coaching Contribute to Pornfree Radio http://recoveredman.com/contribute Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/103   PLUS: Whenever you're ready... he...