A barber shares his personal history of abuse and porn consumption, inspiring others to open up. An anti-trafficking activist establishes boundaries around porn and fights against violence. They encourage men to confront childhood trauma and take responsibility for healing. They discuss breaking the silence, self-healing, and creating safe environments. They also address redemption, gratitude, and supporting Fight the New Drug.
Taking responsibility for one's healing journey is vital in overcoming childhood trauma and addiction.
Creating a safe space for men to open up about their experiences is essential in breaking the cycle of violence.
Education, open communication, and setting boundaries are crucial in addressing the harmful effects of pornography and creating healthier relationships.
Deep dives
The power of personal transformation
The podcast episode explores the potential for personal growth and transformation, highlighting the fact that one's upbringing or trauma does not have to define their future. The hosts share their own experiences of overcoming childhood trauma and addiction, emphasizing the importance of taking responsibility for one's healing journey. They encourage individuals who may be perpetuating cycles of violence or struggling with unhealthy habits, such as pornography consumption, to envision the life they truly desire and take small steps towards positive change.
She is not your rehab
The hosts discuss their community initiative, 'She is Not Your Rehab,' which aims to address issues of domestic violence and sexual abuse. They describe how the initiative began as a humble outreach program from their barbershop, responding to the prevalent issues in their community. They invite men to recognize that their childhood trauma was not their fault, but that healing is their responsibility. The hosts emphasize the importance of creating a safe space for men to open up about their experiences and seek healing, ultimately breaking the cycle of violence.
Challenging harmful notions of pornography
The podcast highlights the harmful effects of mainstream pornography and its impact on relationships and society. The hosts discuss how pornography can perpetuate violence and exploitation, drawing a connection between pornography consumption and domestic violence. They advocate for education and raising awareness about the reality behind pornography, addressing the need for open communication and setting boundaries in relationships to create a safer and healthier environment.
Finding hope and redemption
The hosts share a message of hope and redemption for individuals who have experienced trauma or are struggling with destructive behaviors. They emphasize that anyone can transform their lives and break free from cycles of violence. Through personal examples and experiences, they highlight the importance of self-reflection, envisioning a better future, and taking responsibility for one's healing journey. They encourage individuals to seek support, engage in therapy, and challenge societal norms in order to create positive change.
Supporting the movement
Listeners are invited to support the work of 'She Is Not Your Rehab' by visiting their website, sheisnotyourrehab.com, and considering purchasing limited edition art prints or making a donation. The funds raised go towards furthering their initiatives, such as providing their book to prisons and promoting mental health resources. The hosts express their gratitude for any support and highlight the importance of collective efforts in creating a safer and more compassionate society.
The following podcast episode contains discussions of child sexual abuse, violence, and sex trafficking. Listener discretion is advised.
Matt and Sarah founded She Is Not Your Rehab and launched the concept in Matt’s 2019 TEDx talk.
In this Consider Before Consuming episode, Matt shares how his vulnerability around his personal history of abuse and porn consumption helped other men in his barbershop to open up about their experiences. And Sara shares how her work in the anti-trafficking space led her to establish strict boundaries around pornography consumption and fight to create homes free from violence.
Their work to combat domestic violence, through an invitation for men to acknowledge their own childhood trauma and take responsibility for their healing, has reached millions.
