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170 – Are You Waiting For Motivation? (Updated)
22 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Are you waiting for motivation to take action in your recovery? In today's episode, I talk about why motivation doesn't work. It's important, but not ...
169 – Are You Living Fully Alive?
16 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, I talk about my continued journey of transformation. If you're struggling with porn you need to listen. If you're struggling with po...
168 – Real Recovery Requires Transformation (Updated)
08 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we talk about why real recovery requires transformation and the 3 things we need to change. Get the full show notes here: https://...
167 – My Porn Free Philadelphia Trip Plan
25 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, I work out my porn free Philadelphia travel plan ahead of my trip to Podcast Movement 2018. Get the full show notes here: https://...
166 – Mindless Recovery
23 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Have you every felt hijacked by obsessive thinking or porn behaviors? You react impulsively to moments of opportunity over and over again. In this epi...
165 – Getting Back On Track After Relapse
11 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It's BOGO Wednesday on Pornfree Radio. Two topics for the price of one. First up, I share a powerful tool you can use to get back on track after relap...
164 – Decrease the Hesitation… Men Are Waiting
09 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Years ago, I went on a men's weekend. The leader of the weekend, John, was fond of saying, "Decrease the hesitation gentlemen... men are waiting!" In...
163 – How Long Does It Take To Recover?
28 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
How long does it take to recover? It depends. Are you willing to do what it takes? In this episode, I share about 3 cliches in recovery and why pressi...
162 – Mind Playing Tricks On Me
21 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
I discuss the way our mind plays tricks when we're in recovery. I share 5 common tricks we face and what the truth is. Get the full show notes here: h...
161 – We all have an intense longing for inspired masculinity
13 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This week is Father's Day in the United States and so we're talking about masculinity, specifically inspired masculinity. What it is and why is it i...
160 – Jason George "The Griz" Pt. 2
06 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jason George from The Griz Podcast visits PFR for 2nd of 2 episodes. In this episode, Jason shares his recovery journey and why men in Get the full ...
159 – Jason George "The Griz" Pt. 1
30 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Jason George from The Griz Podcast visits PFR for 1 of 2 episodes. In this episode, Jason shares his early years, his struggle with pornography, and ...
158 – Most Wanted Pt. 3: Single vs. Married
24 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In part 3 of 3 Most Wanted topics, we talk specifically about your relationship status. I start by focusing on challenges the single man faces in reco...
157 – Most Wanted Pt. 2: Fetishes and Going Porn Free
16 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of 3 Most Wanted topics, we examine how fetish addiction affects our goal of going porn free. In this episode, I explain the 4 stages of ad...
156 – Most Wanted Pt. 1: Masturbation and Going Porn Free
11 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In part 1 of 3, Most Wanted topics, we examine how masturbation affects our goal of going porn free. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredma...
155 – Overcoming Addiction
03 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Pornfree Radio turns 4 years old this week. PFR Episode 001 launched 4/30/2014. Thousands of emails and 154 episodes later, we keep things going by di...
154 – Resistance In Recovery Pt. 3 – 90 Days Plus
25 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Part 3 of 3 episodes on Resistance In Recovery focuses on stage 3 - day 90 and beyond. "Most of us have two lives. The life we live and the unlived li...
153 – Resistance In Recovery Pt. 2 – Days 31-90
18 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of 3 episodes on Resistance In Recovery focuses on stage 2, days 31-90. "Most of us have two lives. The life we live and the unlived life withi...
152 – Resistance In Recovery Pt. 1: First 30 Days
12 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Part 1 of 3 episodes on Resistance In Recovery focuses on stage 1, the first 30 days. "Most of us have two lives. The life we live and the unlived lif...
151 – Up Late. Can't Sleep. Uh-oh!
04 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
"I did something I did not expect myself to do last night," Andrew, a PFR listener wrote in. "I was up far too late, and could not go to sleep because...
150 – Ego Is The Enemy Pt. 2
28 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of 2 episodes, I share recovery insights from Ego Is The Enemy by Ryan Holiday. (2016. In this episode, I focus on how ego affects guys at ...
149 – Ego Is The Enemy Pt. 1
21 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In part 1 of 2 episodes, I share a book I am reading called, Ego Is The Enemy by Ryan Holiday. I discuss how ego has influenced both my addiction and...
148 – Greatest Hits of Pornfree Radio Vol. 1
14 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Long time listener and fan of the show Will asks, "what episodes would you recommend for new listeners?" Here's my take on the "Top 5" greatest hits....
147 – Working At Home Without Relapsing Pt. 2
07 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of 2 episodes, we continue to discuss Working At Home Without Relapsing. I share the 3 biggest threats to staying porn free while working at...
146 – Working At Home Without Relapsing Pt. 1
28 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Just curious... have you ever had to work from home? Maybe you have a flexible schedule that allows you to work at home. Or maybe it's a snow day or y...
145 – Isn't Self-Reliance the Goal of Recovery?
21 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
With the podcast's emphasis on personal responsibility, it's easy to think the goal of recovery work is self-reliance. That in order to be strong we ...
144 – Your Recovery Is Not Your Relationship…
14 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Your recovery is NOT your relationship and your relationship is NOT your recovery. On this special Valentine's Day episode, I explain the common confu...
143 – Dave's 5 Mistaken Beliefs About Porn
07 Feb 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It's Wednesday! On today's episode, I share Dave's 5 mistaken beliefs about porn. Dave was featured in PFR 138 when he reached the 2-year porn free mi...
142 – Your Porn. Her Pain. How Partners Heal w/ Lori and Jay Pyatt
31 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we follow the partner's journey. Lori and Jay Pyatt share their story of navigating porn addiction, betrayal, and recovery as a co...
141 – When does quitting porn get easier?
24 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
When does quitting porn get easier? Really? I get asked this all the time by listeners. This past week, marked 7 years porn free for me. In this epis...
140 – My Amazing Porn Discovery!
11 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Which came first? My intense sexual curiosity or porn exposure? The answer might surprise you. In this episode, I explore my early days of porn exposu...
139 – Pornfree Radio Live! New Years Day (Updated)
03 Jan 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded live on January 1, 2018. Grab your coffee (or hot beverage of choice) as we welcome in 2018 porn free! In this episode: - 5 Resolutions You C...
138 – Thank You For 2 Years Porn Free
26 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this final episode for 2017, Pornfree Radio listeners share their milestones, thank-yous, favorite artists, and more. Get the full show notes here:...
137 – 5-Minute Self Care Habits (Updated)
19 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Do you struggle making time for self care? Do you suck at being creative? In today's episode, we break down 15 self care habits that take 5 minutes of...
136 – Looking At A Woman And Not Seeing
12 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Pornfree Radio we discuss a topic we've never discussed before: Purity. An unlikely subject for a podcast devoted to skipping Chris...
135 – Breaking Free with Michael Leahy, Author and CEO of BraveHearts
04 Dec 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Leahy, author of Porn Nation, joins Pornfree Radio to discuss his journey out of porn and sex addiction. Michael is the CEO and founder of Bra...
134 – Motivation Pt. 3: The ONE Thing
28 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Part 3 of 3 in our series on Motivation examines the unpacks the ONE thing you need to take action. Motivation as we have discussed is triggered by ma...
133 – Motivation Pt. 2: Internal Locus of Control
20 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of 3 in our series on Motivation examines the concept of an internal locus of control found in Smarter Faster Better by Charles Duhigg. We buil...
132 – Motivation Pt. 1: The Myth of Self Discipline
13 Nov 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Part 1 of 3 in our series on Motivation starts with The Myth Of Self Discipline found in Gary Keller's book The ONE Thing. In this episode, you learn:...
131 – Things were going so well and then you looked at porn again!?!
19 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever had something good happen in your life? A promotion? A birthday party? A big win? Then you looked at porn and everything came crashing d...
130 – Back 2 Basics: What Is Self Care?
10 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I answer a common question from new listeners: "What is Self Care?" In this episode you'll learn: - What self care is - Why it's impo...
129 – The 7 Lies of Hugh Hefner
03 Oct 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hugh Hefner was a callous, con man. He created the myth of "the playboy." A rich man, who lived in his pajamas, worshipped by beautiful women. He sold...
128 – The Porn Free Plan That Never Fails Pt. 2
27 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In the second of 2 episodes, I share my journey discovering the The Porn Free Plan That Never Fails. - I share the final 3 steps you need to create yo...
127 – The Porn Free Plan That Never Fails Pt. 1
22 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
126 – Road Trip: Porn on I-75
07 Sep 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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...
125 – Know You're Not Alone w/ Sam Dobschuetz
18 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
124 – How To Porn-Proof Your Home
08 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 str...
123 – Start Before You're Ready
31 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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? ...
122 – 3 Questions To Laser Focus Your Recovery This Week
20 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
121 The Hero's Journey with Ben Fraser
09 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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...
120 – School's Out Syndrome (Updated)
19 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
119 – Riding the Recovery Roller Coaster
05 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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...
118 – Redefining Identity with Crystal Renaud
30 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Coach and founder of Dirty Girl Ministries, Crystal Renaud, joins Pornfree Radio. In this episode, we discuss the importance of moving from away from ...
117 – 3 Common Mistakes Guys Make After A Relapse
23 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 rout...
116 – How To Deal With Pornographic Thoughts in Public
16 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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....
115 – Warning: Matt Gets Fired Up
08 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
114 – Smart Phones, Smart TVs, and Whatever Comes Next
04 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
113 – Becoming the type of man that does not look at porn
25 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 i...
112 – Avoiding Failure
06 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Are you avoiding failure in your life? Are you trying to escape negative thoughts, feelings, or emotions? This pattern of avoidance could be fueling y...
111 – The Top 3 Lies Partners Believe with Hope Ray
28 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 j...
110 – Do I have to hit rock bottom to recover?
21 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 r...
109 – What we live for is more important than what we give up
13 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
108 – 110 Days Porn Free While Studying For The Bar Exam
09 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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...
107 – Back 2 Basics: The 7-Day Porn Free Plan
02 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 l...
106 – Back 2 Basics: F.A.S.T.T. Check-Ins
20 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
105 – Back 2 Basics: Daily Tracking
13 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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...
104 – How To Deal With Depression
09 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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.c...
103 – How To Take Massive Action
25 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
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 we...
102 – How Do You Sustain Long-Term Sobriety?
17 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On my 6th anniversary of being porn free, I answer 2 recent questions; "How do you sustain long-term sobriety?" and "What does the struggle look like ...
101 – The Most Important Recovery Book You've Never Read
10 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In 1939, the most important recovery book of all time was written. It has sold more than 30 million copies! However you won't find it when searching f...
100 – Nice to meet you, I'm addicted to porn
02 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrating 100 episodes of Pornfree Radio by putting the focus on you the listener. On this episode... Ben, a listener from the Pacific Northwest, jo...
099 – How do I start to feel again?
26 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
My inbox is full (again!) Time to answer your burning questions: - How do I start to feel again? - How do you address incognito with browsers? - Help!...
098 – Do you have any tips for finding a group?
19 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we open the Pornfree mail bag, read your letters and answer questions like: - Do you have any tips for finding a group? - How long is...
097 – Go Porn Free in 2017 Pt. 3: Your Tribe
12 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Pornography is a habit that is practiced in isolation and in secret. Isn't it just common sense that to break that habit you need others? This is part...
096 – Go Porn Free in 2017 Pt. 2: Your Plan
05 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
"Winners anticipate, losers react." - Tony Robbins. Listeners who have had success listening to Pornfree Radio have one thing in common. They have a p...
095 – Go Porn Free in 2017 Pt. 1: Your Why
29 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
You need to know why you are eliminating porn from your life. The more clear you are, the better. It can't just be for your wife, your faith, your fam...
094 – My Intentions Are Good, But My Follow Through Sucks
21 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk about... Goal Setting. For years goal setting was something I resisted. But in recovery it's become a growing strength. Ben F...
093 – Back 2 Basics: Morning Routine
16 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
How does a morning routine help keep you porn free? That and more are the focus of this episode. Ben Fraser from the Brick House web series sits in. C...
092 – Back 2 Basics: Edging
16 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A topic that keeps coming up is edging. Edging are the little behaviors that mimic our old ways of acting out. Hashtags, images searches, channel surf...
091 – The Feeling Wheel
02 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Matt shares a tool he has been using recently in 1-on-1 coaching to help clients identify the primary feelings in their life. Contibute to Pornfree Ra...
090 – I'm Not Perfect…But I'm Good At Not Relapsing
25 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
"Matt, I'm not perfect. But you know what I am good at? Not relapsing." One of my friends, with many years of sobriety, once told me this. The secret ...
089 – Social Recovery with Alex Lerza from rTribe
19 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Lerza from rTribe visits Pornfree Radio and shares why connection is the opposite of addiction. Alex by training is a Licensed Marriage and Famil...
088 – What I Found When I Searched for "Porn Addiction" on Amazon.com
05 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
When looking for help with porn addiction, books seem like a safe way to learn. Especially when ordered online. But what do the search results from Am...
087 – A Man Divided Cannot Stand
29 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you're new to Pornfree Radio or have been listening from the beginning, there's a common journey we share. We all start divided with an extern...
086 Missing In Action
13 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
What's missing in recovery? YOU. Are you showing up? Are you supporting others? Do you know the value of your presence? In this episode, we discuss wh...
085 The Worst Men's Group Ever
04 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A year into my recovery, I attended the worst men's group ever. Nobody was having much success and I felt worse going home then when I got there. In t...
084 More Lies That Keep Us Coming Back To Porn
31 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 75, I shared 5 lies that keep us coming back to porn. This was one of our most downloaded podcasts of the summer. On a recent Reddit thread...
083 Ask More Questions
24 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Providing great accountability is more than just encouraging someone when they relapse. In this episode, we talk about 3 tools you can use to make you...
082 The 5 Characteristics of Great Accountability Partners
16 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Is your accountability partner a CHAMP? In this episode, we answer your questions about accountability and accountability partners. You'll also learn ...
081 Up In Your Business w/ Angus Nelson
08 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Fresh off of Podcast Movement 2016, Matt welcomes Angus Nelson from the "Up In Your Business" podcast. On this episode, Angus opens up about his histo...
080 The 1 Habit You Need To Stay Porn Free
01 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Matt shares two recent stories from coaching clients and the 1 consistent habit you need to stay porn free. Get Access to Relapse Video Series http://...
079 The 3 Choices You Have When Dealing With Porn
25 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
There are three choices you have when dealing with porn. In this episode, Matt shares an embarrassing story and how it applies to your recovery. Get A...
078 The Biggest Mistake People Make When Quitting Porn Pt. 2
12 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 4 of Pornfree Radio, we talked about the biggest mistake people make when quitting porn. This episode is one of our most popular and has be...
077 Seven Deadly Excuses
27 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In each Pornfree Radio podcast, a sale is made. Either you buy what I'm selling about being porn free or you sell me an excuse why you can't. In this ...
076 The #1 Thing Porn Costs Us
21 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
I've talked to over sixty guys 1-on-1 this past year about their struggle with porn. When I asked what it has cost them, there is a common answer that...
075 The 5 Lies That Keep Us Coming Back To Porn
13 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
There are 5 lies I hear over and over again from guys trying to quit porn. These are the mistaken beliefs that go through right before we act out. In ...
074 Hope Ray Returns: Partners' Q&A
06 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 70, Hope Ray joined us from HopeRayTherapy.com to discuss the Partners' experience. Hope returns to answer questions from partners, wives, ...
073 Ten Porn Free Hacks For Summer
01 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Summer is here. And with it brings time off, vacations, new schedules, bikinis, and summer clothing. In this episode, Matt shares ten porn free hacks ...
072 Can A Recovering Porn Addict Be An Artist?
25 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Can I be a recovering porn addict and an artist at the same time? What about drawing nudes? Or what about art that is erotic? In the art world, the li...
071 Why Men Look at Porn
15 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The nagging question after any relapse is 'Why?" Why did I look at porn when I was committed not to? Why did I look at porn even though it's harmful t...