Man Within Podcast

707 - Prn The World's Most Expensive Addiction

Sathiya Sam discusses the importance of recognizing the true cost of pornography addiction. He shares his personal journey of overcoming porn addiction and how it positively impacted his life. He encourages listeners, particularly professional Christian males aged 25 and above, to assess the cost of their addiction and take action to change.Book A Call With Sathiya's TeamFor more Free Resources, check this outFollow Sathiya on Instagram 

706 - Year In Review Wrapping Up 2023

Sathiya Sam expresses gratitude for the success of the podcast in 2023, highlighting its growth from 10-12,000 to 50,000 downloads per month. He reviews powerful interviews and solo casts throughout the year, emphasizing listener support and involvement. He also shares upcoming changes for 2024, including live Q&A sessions and continued efforts to provide valuable content.Book A Call With Sathiya's TeamFor more Free Resources, check this outFollow Sathiya on Instagram

705 - Jason VanRuler on Psychodrama For Recovery, The 6 Types of Intimacy, and Why Community Is A Great Teacher

Jason VanRuler, a therapist, coach, speaker, and author, has been helping people overcome their past and build emotional resilience since 2011. Whether working with CEOs or those facing addiction, he shares his mission of speaking truth and grace, both in person and through his online following. Outside of his work, Jason enjoys cycling, fly fishing, and family time in South Dakota.
In this episode Jason and Sathiya discuss:[03:41] The inspiration behind the book[07:28] Fear and Denial[10:23] Changing Perception of the Past[12:04] Heart Change and New Messages[14:34] The Concept of God and Feeling Safe[15:03] Challenging Our Concept of God[17:46] Psychodrama as a Therapeutic Modality[21:34] The damaging effects of pornography on relationships[23:14] The challenge of overcoming addiction to pornography[24:34] The six types of intimacy and their impact on pornography addiction[29:29] The challenges of disclosure and its impact on the partner[30:50] Approaching addiction recovery and relationship work[32:56] Inviting the partner to join in recovery[36:17] The clarity of processing emotions[39:23] Navigating transitions in life[42:29] Preserving progress during change[43:28] The importance of community[44:51] The impact of community on recovery[46:43] The future of mental health and the role of technology[50:14] The Instagram Live Announcement[51:02] The Need for a System to Quit Pornography
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704 - Quitting Prn Is The WORST New Years Resolution

Sathiya Sam welcomes listeners to a discussion on New Year's resolutions for 2024, particularly focusing on quitting porn. He advises against vague resolutions and emphasizes the importance of specificity, daily actions, and resolutions aligned with personal growth and transformation. He encourages listeners to set goals that naturally lead to recovery and outlines three key elements for success: finding a trusted system, involving others, and seeking professional help.Book A Call With Sathiya's TeamFor more Free Resources, check this outFollow Sathiya on Instagram

703 - Are You Ready For 2024

Sathiya Sam welcomes listeners to the Christmas week episode, raising the question of readiness for 2024. He emphasizes the importance of seeking a clear understanding of the current season from the Lord before setting resolutions and goals for the upcoming year, drawing from his own experiences. He encourages listeners to take time to reflect and inquire spiritually, offering a teaser for the next episode focused on why quitting porn should not be a New Year's resolution.
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702 - Making Christmas Count

Sathiya Sam extends Christmas greetings to listeners, expressing gratitude and emphasizing the significance of making the holiday season meaningful. He encourages making Christmas count, whether through family connections, charitable acts, or personal reflections, and closes with a heartfelt prayer for blessings, peace, and grace in the coming year.Book A Call With Sathiya's TeamFor more Free Resources, check this outFollow Sathiya on Instagram

701 - Keys To Staying Clean During The Holidays

Sathiya Sam expresses excitement about discussing strategies to navigate the holiday season. He emphasizes the importance of understanding potential challenges during the holidays and provides insights on maintaining recovery momentum through intentional planning, maintaining some structure, and prioritizing meaningful connections.Book A Call With Sathiya's TeamFor more Free Resources, check this outFollow Sathiya on Instagram

700 - Dennis Allen on Why Discipleship Doesn't Work, Dying To Self, and Bi-Directional Growth

Dennis Allen is the author of The Disciple Dilemma: Rethinking and Reforming How The Church Does Discipleship. A six-time Chief Executive Officer specializing in “turnarounds” for Wall Street backed corporations, Dennis speaks at universities, churches and conferences, on the topics of leadership and discipleship. Dennis is also a combat-rated Air Force F-15 fighter pilot, and an alumnus of the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics. Dennis makes the case that Christian leaders must restructure their organizations to conform to Christ’s mission of discipleship.In this episode Dennis and Sathiya discuss:[01:49] The need to pioneer discipleship[05:20] Defining discipleship[08:50] The disciple dilemma in the modern West[10:51] Modeling Life through Relationships[11:22] The Missing Element of Deep Relationships[12:58] The Disconnect Between Church and Personal Growth[21:40] The need for improved discipleship programs[21:50] Understanding lordship and dying to self[24:50] Living as a bondservant to Christ[32:46] The need for improved discipleship programs[32:53] The concept of discipleship and toxic church culture[35:52] The importance of mentors and wingmen in discipleship[42:17] The need for trusted mentors[44:39] The long-term component of discipleship[45:47] The importance of patience and perseverance in discipleship
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699 - Prn Can Make Your Life Better or Worse. Choice Is Yours.

Sathiya Sam discusses how porn can either make one's life better or worse, emphasizing the importance of the individual's choice in this matter. He shares his personal journey, acknowledging that while porn initially negatively impacted his life, overcoming the addiction led to significant positive outcomes, such as the creation of the podcast and helping others. He encourages listeners to commit to the recovery process, highlighting the transformative potential of making a firm decision and staying dedicated to the journey.Book A Call With Sathiya's TeamFor more Free Resources, check this outFollow Sathiya on Instagram

698 - Game Time! Lust vs Attraction, pt 2.

Sathiya Sam presents a game called "Lust vs. Attraction" to help men differentiate between healthy attraction and lustful objectification. Using gym-themed scenarios, he explains the nuances of lust and attraction, emphasizing the importance of examining one's intentions and behaviors. The episode aims to bring clarity and empower listeners to understand their natural attractions without shame.
Gym Theme:-You workout at the gym, you see an attractive girl and notice her looking in your direction. You quickly turn away. Then you look back again and check her out, giving God thanks for creating a beautiful woman. Lust or attraction?
-You workout at the gym, you notice an attractive girl at the dumbbell benches. For your next exercise you need one of the benches, two are open. One is right beside the attractive girl, the other is on the complete opposite end of the gym. You choose the bench next to her. Lust or attraction?
-You're working out at a specific machine. An attractive girl approaches you and asks you how many sets you have left, you mention that you have a few left but she can work in between sets. She says no thanks, she'll, come back later. You continue your workout giving God thanks for the attractive woman. Lust or attraction?
 
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