PSR Podcast

In today’s episode, Damon shares a robust definition of marriage, why this matters in both the marriage relationship and the world, and the EPIC intimacy challenge for couples to experience the fullness and beauty of God’s design for marriage.There are 4 key areas of intimacy for a thriving marriage that Damon discusses: Emotional IntimacyPhysical IntimacyIntellectual IntimacyCommunicative IntimacyIf you want a deep dive for casting a strong vision for a thriving marriage, listen in to this powerful conversation with Damon. To learn more about Damon and his ministry resources, visit JoyfulEverAfter.org and EpicIntimacy.org.More Resources: The EPIC Intimacy SeriesBetter TogetherSexpectations Online Course*Related Podcasts: What Are Your Sexpectations?The Challenge and Benefits of VulnerabilityWhat is Intimacy?*This is an affiliate link. Be Broken my earn referral fees from qualifying purchases.----------Please rate and review our podcast: Apple PodcastsSubscribe to our YouTube channel.

In today’s episode, Stephen and I will unpack a number of sexually stupid comments by men. Here’s just a sampling of some of these comments: “I will keep it a secret. No one needs to know.”“No one will get hurt.”“My wife doesn’t desire me, but the other woman does!”We will unpack some of the immature thinking underneath these statements and offer healthier, more mature ways to think. Our hope is that this episode will help you examine your own thinking regarding your sexual brokenness and take a bold next step toward greater insight and better relationships.More Resources:Integrity Webinar for MenMen.Bebroken.comEmotional Training for MenRelated Podcasts:Three Levels of SobrietyAre You Open or Closed to Emotional Growth?Grace to Grow Up----------Please rate and review our podcast: Apple PodcastsSubscribe to our YouTube channel.

In today’s episode, Stephen and I draw from Donald Miller’s book, Hero on a Mission, to help you better understand your own story and take your next best step to embark on a mission of growth and adventure.Every great story has four roles in it:1. Victim2. Villain3. Hero4. GuideAs we learn together about these roles, we can see how our own stories weave in different ways into each of these roles. And, with help, we can learn and grow from such perspective and analysis.So, go on a journey with us today to better understand your story and how you can be a hero on a mission and a guide for others in their story.To get a copy of Donald Miller’s book, go to Amazon.com or anywhere books are sold.More Resources:How to Tell Your StoryCounselors.Bebroken.comThe Missing Connection to HealingRelated Podcasts:How to Know Yourself to Grow and MatureHow to Experience Excellent Emotional ConnectionsThree Purposes in Life----------Please rate and review our podcast: Apple PodcastsSubscribe to our YouTube channel.

Today’s guests are Roane and Eva Hunter, counselors and co-authors of the book, Sex, God, & the Chaos of Betrayal: The Couples' Road Map of Hope & Healing - Recovery from Infidelity, Affairs, Pornography & Sexual Addiction.In this episode, they share their histories of brokenness and the impact this had on their marriage. Through the many ups and downs of their relationship, they gained many insights that they now share with other couples seeking help in their own marriages. To learn more about Roane and Eva and their book, visit SexGodChaos.com.More Resources:Lifeworks Intensives and GroupsWivesCare.Bebroken.comMen.Bebroken.comRelated Podcasts: Rebuilding Your Marriage After Sexual BetrayalHow to Help Your Spouse Heal from Your AffairHope After Betrayal----------Please rate and review our podcast: Apple PodcastsSubscribe to our YouTube channel.

In today’s episode, our guest Tammy Gustafson shares her story of sexual betrayal in her marriage and the healing and restoration that followed. Through her journey of healing from such trauma, she developed what she calls the Betrayal Healing Phases, which are: RevealRumbleResolutionRebuildTammy wrestled with how to return to God after betrayal, when and how to forgive her husband, and God’s call on her life to help other wives. If you are a wife facing similar struggles, today’s conversation will give you hope. To learn more about Tammy and the counseling and courses she offers, visit BetrayalHealing.com. For the Betrayal Healing Phases quiz, visit BetrayalHealing.com/quiz.More Resources:WivesCare.Bebroken.comFirst 7 Days for WivesFREE Wives Care Basics WebinarRelated Podcasts:Helping Wives "Detach with Love" in a Difficult MarriageHelping Wives Recover from the Aftershock of Sexual BetrayalOnline Care Groups for Wives----------Please rate and review our podcast: Apple PodcastsSubscribe to our YouTube channel.

This episode is a special bonus. Our guest is Matt Riley, the development director of our ministry. Matt will share his story of sexual brokenness and addiction and the recovery road he has traveled.Story is a core value of our ministry. It matters to know that others have experienced some of the feelings and challenges we too have faced. This is why we want you to hear Matt’s story – that you might gain some hope and insight into your own story and discover next steps that will help you keep going on your own journey.You can connect with Matt at 210-822-8201 x108 or by sending him a note/question on Contact.Bebroken.com.Helpful Resources:Abba's Child by Brennan ManningWorthy of Her Trust by Jason MartinkisSecrets by Jonathan DaughertyRelated Podcasts:Outgrowing the Porn PacifierAn Unexpected Journey to HopeRecovery Discovery: Telling Your Story----------Please rate and review our podcast: Apple PodcastsSubscribe to our YouTube channel.

On today’s program, we have one of our fan-favorite guests back with us, Dr. Eddie Capparucci. Eddie is certified as a licensed professional counselor and certified in treating sexual and pornography addiction. He is the creator of the Inner Child Model for the Treatment of Sexual and Pornography Addiction and the author of multiple books and workbooks.Today our conversation focuses on his newest book, Why Men Struggle to Love: Overcoming Relational Blind Spots. In this book, Eddie identifies 14 blind spots in men that can prevent them from building healthy love relationships. So, if you are a man who wants to understand the deeper issues of recovery beyond just behavioral sobriety, this conversation will benefit you.To learn more about the book and get a copy, visit StrugglingMen.org.More Resources:Men.Bebroken.comInnerChild-SexAddiction.comGrowth Map by Stephen CervantesRelated Podcasts:3 Levels of SobrietyDo Your Emotional Beliefs Lead You to Connection or Disconnection?About Your Emotional Connecting Skills----------Please rate and review our podcast: Apple PodcastsSubscribe to our YouTube channel.

In today’s episode, Stephen and I share multiple comments from men who are on the journey to pursue greater integrity. Some of these comments are:“I know what’s wrong with me – it’s me!”“I’m 75 years old and no one wants to go to lunch with me.”“All my life I’ve hidden behind God and spiritual truths, but I’m not emotionally mature.”“There is pain in recovery. It feels like hope and it sucks at the same time.”“Why do I have to change? I don’t want to.”“Growing up, no one was there for me. So now, how can I show up for anyone?”Our hope in sharing these comments and the insights behind them is to help men better understand their own integrity journey and hopefully get some ideas for how to take their best next step. If you would like resources that help men grow in purity and faith, visit Men.Bebroken.com.More Resources:First 7 Days for MenEmotional Training for Men Webinar SeriesSmall Groups Online*Related Podcasts:3 Levels of SobrietyHow to Know Yourself to Grow and MatureInsights from a Brother in Recovery*This is an affiliate link. Be Broken my earn referral fees from qualifying purchases. ----------Please rate and review our podcast: Apple PodcastsSubscribe to our YouTube channel.

On today’s program, our guest is Mandy Majors, founder of Next Talk and author of the new book Keeping Kids Safe in a Digital World: A Solution that Works. Our discussion highlights some of Mandy’s personal journey with her daughter on this subject and the three main sections of the book: The new problem we face.A solution that works.10 practical things to do to implement the solution.If you are a parent (or grandparent) who wants encouragement and real-world insights that work, tune in to what Mandy has to share. To learn more about Mandy and their ministry resources, visit NextTalk.org.More Resources for Parents:Keeping Kids Safe in a Digital WorldFamily.Bebroken.comA Family Game Plan for Responding to PornRelated PodcastsHOW and WHERE are Your Kids Hanging Out Online?Good Pictures, Bad PicturesA Hopeful Mom Shares How to Have Difficult Conversations----------Please rate and review our podcast: Apple PodcastsSubscribe to our YouTube channel.

On today’s program, our guest is Matt Dobschuetz, host of Porn Free Radio podcast and author of the book Porn Free: Becoming the Type of Man Who Does Not Look at Porn. Our conversation focuses on the topics and insights Matt highlights throughout his book.Matt shares his journey of eventually becoming porn free (he hasn’t viewed porn since 2011), the impact of loneliness in wanting to pursue porn, why “hating porn” isn’t the answer, and how to become curious about the underlying problems of porn use so that you can shift your paradigm.If you are a man (or love a man) who is struggling to overcome the stronghold of porn, Matt has a practical message of hope and freedom for you.To get Matt’s book or learn more about his coaching, visit RecoveredMan.com.More Resources:Porn Free bookMen.Bebroken.com Training for Your SoulRelated Podcasts:The Last Relapse with Sathiya SamOutgrowing the Porn PacifierHow Do You Fight Porn?----------Please rate and review our podcast: Apple PodcastsSubscribe to our YouTube channel.