Temptations can be panic-inducing if we have not learned how to see them appropriately. When we are panicked, we become hasty decision makers. Today's episode will help you respond more effectively to temptations by dissipating the chaos that often ensues in our brains and bodies when we are triggered. Episodes referenced: 79 – Two-Step Process For Calming Your Nervous System
In this brief episode, Sathiya gives an exhortation as you go into the Christmas season, highlighting 5 best practices that will ensure a happy holiday. Effectively executing these simple concepts will go a long way to ending 2021 well and starting 2022 with great momentum. The best practices are listed below. 1) Be careful with tech 2) Mentally prep for family gatherings 3) Do things that bring you life 4) Engage spiritually 5) Devise a freedom plan for 2022 Pre-Order my book The Last Relapse G...
Joshua Broome was one of the most successful adult film actors in the world, starring in 1000+ films, until he realized that fame and wealth couldn't fill the emptiness in his heart. Today he is an influencer with a huge platform sharing about how he was saved, healed and delivered by Jesus. In today's interview with Sathiya, Josh details the unusual way he entered porn, how he rose to fame, and what eventually got him out. He also opens up about what it's been like to deal with the backlash of ...
Billie Eilish recently opened up on the Howard Stern Show about her pornography consumption and devastating impacts it had on her sense of self. In today's episode, Sathiya provides a summary of the interview with Howard Stern, how the silence of Billie's parents concerning sexuality led to bigger issues, and the importance of changing society's paradigms about pornography if we want to save the next generation. Listen to Howard Stern Interview Billie Eilish (FULL) Cole's notes summary of Howard...
Today's episode was inspired by a recent client who expressed his fear about discovering the root of his struggles. What if it changes everything? What if he sees himself differently? What if others see him differently? Etc. If you'd have these thoughts before, the content will guide you to work through these fears and reach a place of peace with identifying the root issues of any issue you may be facing in life. Pre-Order my book The Last Relapse Get your free copy of The Ultimate Recovery Guid...
Everyone in life is earnestly pursuing fulfillment, but some ways of achieving fulfillment are healthier and more effective than others. Today's episode outlines a framework that any person can apply to their life to experience fulfillment and you may be surprised by how simple it is. In essence, fulfillment is a function of expectation and realization – when these two elements are in equal standing with one another – fulfillment is inevitable. Pre-Order my book The Last Relapse Get your free co...
When I was addicted to porn for 15 years, there were almost zero resources out there offering any kind of useful insight or support to recover from porn addiction. In fact, the lack of resources that I experienced during my recovery is what fueled me to create this daily podcast. Thankfully, more resources are available today than ever before and I wanted to share with you a few that I highly recommend. You'll notice that some of these resources are more directly tied to porn addiction than othe...
Jeremy Holcombe currently is the host of the top 2% podcast, Creating Emotional Inteligence, which helps people understand their triggered selfs, regulate themselves, and get true healing. He truly embodies emotional integration and shares a passion for guiding others through their own integration process. In today's interview, Jeremy gets granular explaining self-awareness, managing triggers, and how to love yourself real-time. He also opens up about his experiences as a child that led to a dis...
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 grief, providing a basic framework of its experience and permission for every man to let themselves 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 history of failure and shortcomings. Pre-Order my book The Last Relapse Get your free copy of The Ult...
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 of his being. Pre-Order my book The Last Relapse Get your free copy of The Ultimate Recovery Guide F...
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 The Last Relapse Get your free copy of The Ultimate Recovery Guide For Porn Addiction...
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 and engaged. Further into the interview, Hayden and Savannah humorously discuss the differences ...
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 Episode 162: How Do I Know If I Can Trust The Information I'm Getting? Pre-Order my book The Last Relap...
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 Get your free copy of The Ultimate Recovery Guide For Porn Addiction...
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're struggling a few times a week – Increase accountability If you're struggling weekly – Find out w...
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 Habits by James Clear Get your free copy of The Ultimate Recovery Guide For Porn Addiction Got a sug...
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 with Sathiya to share about how he got started on helping men and women experience sexua...
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 The Ultimate Recovery Guide For Porn Addiction Book a free Strategy Session with Sathiya Got a sugg...
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 education, the deeper we will be impacted by the information we ingest. Get your free copy of The Ultimate R...
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 Ultimate Recovery Guide For Porn Addiction Book a free Strategy Session with Sathiya...
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 few questions to assess whether or not you are shameless or unashamed. If you are interested in the Au...
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 recovery from several addictions and his awe-inspiring story of salvation (which was actually not that l...
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 roots that are driving our desire for porn, ultimately empowering you to find an alternative solution...
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 meet-up, please write podcast@sathiyasam.com Get A VIP experience with our podcast guests, coaching ...
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 write podcast@sathiyasam.com Get A VIP experience with our podcast guests, coaching from Sathiya, a...
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 taken to new heights. Read Unwanted by Jay Stringer If you are interested in the Austin meet-up, please...
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 your purpose in life, how to take practical steps towards fulfilling it, and common pitfalls to avoi...
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 these questions as you listen to the episode – it just may lead to your next breakthrough. If you are in...
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 any kind, using a personal example from Sathiya's life to illustrate their application: 1) What am I...
