Beyond Sexual Brokenness - Real Time Stories of Recovery
Embark on a transformative journey of hope and healing with our uplifting podcast, dedicated to overcoming porn, masturbation, and sexual addiction. This podcast isn’t just about expert advice—it's about real experiences. We focus on the practitioner’s point of view, offering an authentic look into all key aspects of the addiction recovery journey, including the tools, programs, and personal lessons learned along the way.
Through candid stories of triumph, struggle, and growth, we share what has worked, what hasn't, and the powerful insights we've gained from walking this path. Our mission is to inspire those seeking freedom from addiction by showing that recovery isn’t just possible—it’s a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
Episodes
44 episodes
Episode 43: 5-Minute 4-7-8 Breathing Exercise
In moments of stress, temptation, or emotional overwhelm, grounding your body is one of the simplest ways to return to clarity and calm. This short, guided 4-7-8 breathing exercise is designed to help you pause, reset, and reconnect — wherever ...
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Episode 42: Sex, Intimacy, and the Mask of the Nice Guy
In this episode, we unpack the difference between sex and true intimacy — a line that's been increasingly blurred, especially in the age of pornography and compulsive masturbation. These habits create a counterfeit version of intimacy: one that...
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Episode 41: Receiving Beauty Without the Chase
In this episode, John and I explore the idea of rescuing beauty inspired by John Eldredge’s Wild at Heart—but we take it further. We talk about how beauty isn’t just found in a woman or romance but in the simple moments ...
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Episode 41
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Episode 40: Not Too Young, Not Too Late: Recovery for Every Man - Part 2
In this follow-up conversation with two college students courageously battling porn and sexual addiction, we explore the real-life impact of their struggle on friendships, dating, and daily routines. They open up about how setting boundaries—li...
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Episode 40
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Episode 39: More Than Sobriety - A Man’s Journey Back to His Heart
In this episode, we explore Wild at Heart by John Eldredge and its powerful vision of masculinity—that every man longs for a battle to fight, an adventure to live, and a beauty to rescue. These themes resonate deep...
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Episode 39
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Episode 38: Not Too Young, Not Too Late: College-Age Recovery for Every Man - Part 1
In this two-part conversation, Sean sits down with Joe and JT — two young men in recovery — to unpack the unique challenges of addiction in the college years. From the pressures of campus life to the complexities of dating, they explore what it...
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Episode 37: The Gift of Truth: How Accountability Transforms Recovery
In this episode, Sean is joined by John to dive into one of the most essential—and difficult—aspects of recovery: learning to give and receive the truth. We explore what real accountability looks like, how to build relationships where tru...
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Episode 37
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Episode 36: When the Past Still Hurts
Our unwanted behaviors don’t come from nowhere. In this episode, Sean and Dayne unpack how childhood wounds, emotional neglect, abuse, and unmet needs lay the groundwork for compulsive sexual behavior and addiction. We explore how triggers are ...
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Episode 36
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Episode 35 - Why No Amount of Porn Is Okay
In this episode, Sean and Dayne go deeper into a hard but necessary truth: there’s no such thing as “safe” porn—because porn isn’t just videos or websites. For those in recovery, porn includes anything that fuels sexual fantasy, lust, ...
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Episode 35
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Episode 34: Hijacked by Pleasure: The Dopamine Trap of Addiction
In this raw and honest episode, Sean is joined by guest co-host John to dive deep into the war raging inside the addicted brain — a war fueled by hijacked dopamine pathways. Drawing from Dopamine Nation and their own brutal recovery jo...
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Episode 33: The Lie of Novelty!
In this raw and emotionally charged episode of Beyond Sexual Brokenness, Sean and Dayne dive deep into the dark spiral of the novelty effect of porn—how the pursuit of something “new” quickly becomes a trap. With brutal ho...
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Episode 32: Does an Addict Have Integrity?
In this episode of Beyond Sexual Brokenness, Sean and Dayne dive deep into a tough but crucial question: Does an addict have integrity? Joined by their accountability brother Gaines, they wrestle with the true meaning of integ...
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Episode 32
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Episode 31: Beautiful Boy - Watching Addiction From the Outside
In this thought-provoking episode of Beyond Sexual Brokenness, co-hosts Sean and Dayne, along with their accountability brother John, dive deep into the raw and complex narrative of Beautiful Boy — the gripping story of addict...
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Episode 31
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Episode 30: Is Addiction a Simple Choice?
In this thought-provoking episode of Beyond Sexual Brokenness, cohosts Dayne and Sean dive into the complex question: Is addiction a simple choice? The two engage in a heartfelt debate, unpacking how this question has shaped t...
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Episode 29: Does Sobriety Define You? Should it?
In this thought-provoking episode of Beyond Sexual Brokenness, Sean and Dayne go head-to-head in a deep and honest debate: Should sobriety define who you are? Or is it just a part of your journey—not your identity?Some ...
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Episode 28: 'Under the Bridge Downtown'
In this episode of Beyond Sexual Brokenness, Sean and Dayne take a deep dive into Under the Bridge by Red Hot Chili Peppers, exploring how its haunting lyrics resonate with their journeys of recovery from sexual and compulsive...
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Episode 28
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Episode 27: Building Habits for Recovery - A Review of Atomic Habits by James Clear
In this episode of Beyond Sexual Brokenness, Sean and Dayne dive deep into James Clear's bestselling book Atomic Habits—but not your typical book review. They don't just talk about the four key laws of habit formation, they sh...
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Episode 27
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1:10:36
Episode 26: Rebuilding Love At Home - LMFT Andrew Engstrom Interview
In this heartfelt episode, licensed marriage and family therapist Andrew Engstrom addresses vital questions provided by a supportive recovery community, focusing on rebuilding love, trust, and intimacy in marriages affected by addiction....
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Episode 26
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Episode 25: The More I Heal, the More I Uncover
After over 300 days of sobriety, Sean and Dayne reflect on the emotional challenges they still face. While their addiction recovery has brought progress, the journey is far from over. In this episode, they explore how their health and healing a...
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Episode 25
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Episode 24: Need a Fresh Start?
If you've been struggling with addiction for as long as we have, you've likely experienced countless attempts to start fresh. We all remember those moments—birthdays, Christmases, and New Year's Eves—when we promised ourselves that this
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Episode 24
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Episode 23: Sobriety is Tough During the Holidays - With Greg and John
The holiday season can be especially tough for those in recovery, often bringing up feelings of loneliness, stress, and the pressure of unrealistic expectations. With love, family, and tradition at the forefront of every movie, song, and gather...
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Episode 23
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Episode 22: Am I Getting Complacent? Discussion w/ Nick.
In this episode, we dive into the topic of complacency in the sobriety journey. Is complacency about:Getting too comfortable in your recovery?Overestimating your control over your addiction?Losing touch with the st...
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Episode 22
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Episode 21: Do I Have Traps In My Sobriety? With Kevin and Dennis.
In this episode, we dive into the mental complexity of sobriety with two guests sharing their recovery journeys. We explore the subtle yet powerful gaps and loopholes that can threaten long-term sobriety—how our brains often battle between sett...
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Episode 21
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Episode 20: Asking 11 Men: Why Do You Want to Stay Sober?
Take a moment to revisit a powerful question from Episode 17, where a panel of men in recovery share what sobriety truly means to them. This re-listen offers an inspiring opportunity to reflect on their stories and energy—giving you a chance to...
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Episode 20
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Episode 19 - Is Masturbation Ok?
In this episode, we tackle the complex question: Is masturbation okay? Focusing on its impact on dopamine levels, we explore how the act of masturbation can influence the brain's reward system, especially for those in recovery from por...
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Episode 19
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