Porn Free Radio
Porn Free Radio, hosted by Matt Dobschuetz, is a podcast aimed at men who want to stop looking at porn and find hope while taking action. Matt shares his personal journey from being caught by his wife in 2001 to living completely porn-free, and he offers practical, repeatable strategies for overcoming porn addiction. The show emphasizes learning from failures and building a system that works, with the goal of improving marriage, career, and fatherhood. It is presented by RecoveredMan.com and encourages listeners to get hope and take action.
Episodes
382 - Recovery is Making My Life No Fun
Are you attaching to your negative thoughts, or are you questioning them? In this episode, you will learn a practical tool to break automatic reactions and reclaim control over your thinking. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/382 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/t
381 - How To Overcome Instant Gratification
In this episode, we explore present bias—the common challenge of making impulsive decisions based on immediate feelings while ignoring the long-term impact on our future self. You'll some practical tools to bridge this gap so you can overcome the pull towards instant gratification. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/381 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can hel
380 - The 2026 NFL Preview Show
Back for year 6! The Porn Free Radio Podcast Network presents the 2026 NFL Preview Show with Vern Tompke, Aaron W., Sam Dobschuetz, Matt Dobschuetz, and introducing new panel member, Braiden G. As always, we have a lot of football banter mixed with some rich recovery nuggets along the way. If you're not an American football fan, you might just be after you listen to this episode! Get the full sho
379 - Trace the Slip: Using Toyota's 5 Whys To Improve Your Recovery
In this episode, we discuss using the "Five Whys" technique, a problem-solving method inspired by the Toyota Production System, to trace recovery missteps back to their core root causes. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/379 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisye
378 - Getting Out of the Sunken Place
In this episode, we use a metaphor from the 2017 film Get Out to examine how disconnection and dissociation trap us. Our goal is to reclaim ownership in our life and stay fully present in every scene. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/378 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recovered
377 - It Takes Less Work to Succeed Than to Fail
In this episode, we look at the surprising idea that it takes less work to succeed than to fail. You'll learn why a systematic approach to your recovery requires less energy than failing through random effort and wasted steps. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/377 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free vide
376 - Why The Road To Recovery Goes Through Your Childhood w/ Eddie Capparucci
Dr. Eddie Capparucci joins Porn Free Radio to discuss how childhood wounds often drive problematic sexual behaviors. Discover how to identify core emotional triggers and use the "what I feel versus what is real" tool to counter shame-based lies. Get a free copy of Eddie's "20 Emotional Regulation Techniques." To receive this resource, email innerchildmodel@gmail.com. Get the full show notes here:
375 - Noah Filipiak Returns
Noah Filipiak from The Flip Side podcast returns to Porn Free Radio. We discuss codependency, resentment, developing a secure sense of self, and reclaiming "brain space" from porn-use. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/375 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisye
374 – 10 Tipping Point Ideas for 2026 w/ Vern Tompke
Matt Dobschuetz and Vern Tompke, from the Finding Traction podcast, discuss ten "tipping point" ideas for 2026. The conversation highlights 10 actionable strategies used by Matt's coaching clients in their Porn Free plans. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/374 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video
373 - AI Pros and Concerns w/ Michael Leahy
Matt is joined by Michael Leahy from Bravehearts to explore the complexities of AI (artificial intelligence.) The guys review a list of pros and concerns generated by Matt's AI assistant, Cal. Matt then shares his own pros and concerns about AI in recovery—including the benefit of "agentic support" and the concern that the technology will enable further isolation. Get the full show notes here: htt
372 - Are my tight restrictions making things worse?
In the episode, Matt answers a listener question about whether tightly restricted boundaries and rules make cravings worse. The answer surprised even Matt. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/372 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the book, Porn Free by
371 - Live Above The O-Line
What we believe about our current situation can keep us stuck. But here's the truth: the way we interpret events is a habit. On this episode, I'm sharing a powerful tool from Master Coach Chris Dorris: his mental toughness mantra, "Live Above the O-Line." Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/371 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Po
370- Breaking Shame Pt. 2
Day-one listener Jason joins Matt for Breaking Shame Pt. 2. In this episode, we explore how greater freedom comes from examining our unconscious agreements with shame. Learn how shame stories are dislodged and healed in authentic, healthy relationships. This is part 2 of 2. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/370 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you i
369 - Breaking Shame Pt.1
In this 12th-anniversary episode, Matt explores shame — the painful feeling of believing something about yourself is fundamentally wrong or defective. Learn to identify the "shame stories" driving your escapism as the first step to reclaiming your freedom. This is part 1 of 2. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/369 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you
368 - Instagram Audit
Like a tax audit for your Instagram usage — 11 questions to reveal what the app is actually doing for (or to) you. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/368 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreebook.com
367 - Me Without Beer One Year
This past January marked a new type of sobriety milestone for myself: one year alcohol-free. In this episode, I share why I gave up drinking and what I have learned in the process. My thanks to Jason George from the GRIZ podcast for sitting in on this show. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/367 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: P
366 - My No Ghosting Policy for 2026
Have you ever been "ghosted?" You know that feeling you get when someone blows you off or doesn't respond to your text. It's confusing. It got me thinking... Where do I not show up in my life? Where am I not present? Where do I check out? In this episode, I share my personal "no ghosting" policy for 2026. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/366 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... h
365 - The ONE Thing That Made 15-Years Porn Free Possible
Kick off 2026 with Matt Dobschuetz as he celebrates 15-years porn free. In this episode, Matt looks back with his brother (Sam) and identifies the ONE THING that has made this streak possible. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/365 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/
364 - What do you get out of being bored?
In this episode, you will discover how your emotional state is a choice, not something that happens to you. For more, listen to my three-part Personal Mastery series from 2020 starting with PFR 246. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/364 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredma
363 - Owners, Not Renters
The core of recovery is about taking 100% ownership for your needs and choices. This episode is about shifting away from a renter mindset and embracing the freedom of being an owner in your life. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/363 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.c
362 - Integrity Gaps
In this episode, we learn how integrity gaps in our lives can be useful—much like a car's dashboard light—by alerting us toward the places that require greater wholeness and integration. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/362 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisy
361 - Advanced Recovery pt. 3: How Men Build Friendships Beyond Recovery
This is part 3 of our 3-part series on advanced recovery. In this episode, we talk about the need for creating deeply supportive friendships that go beyond recovery. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/361 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the book, P
360 - Advanced Recovery pt. 2: Identity and Performance w/ Dick Ryan
Author Dick Ryan, joins us for part 2 of a 3-part series on advanced recovery. In this episode Dick, a musician by trade, shares from his experience mentoring performing artists. He addresses an issue all too common among artists: the problem of defining your identity by your performance. This concept is not just for artists. Transforming how we define our identity is at the core of recovery. Get
359 - Advanced Recovery Pt. 1: D.I.R.E. Traits w/ Hope Ray
Hope Ray, L.P.C., joins us for part 1 of a 3-part series on advanced recovery. In this episode, Hope discusses her new program for men, called Getting D.I.R.E. Straight. The program addresses four maladaptive traits (Detachment, Incongruence, Regression, and Entitlement) that can negatively impact relationships even after sobriety is achieved. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com
358 - Real Guys Living Porn Free 3 Yrs And Beyond (Roman, Steve, & Nathan)
Matt is joined in-studio for a conversation with three PFR listeners who are all living porn free; Roman (3 Years), Steve (7 yrs), and Nathan (8yrs.) In this hope-filled episode, the guys share their recovery stories and the habits that have gotten them this far. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/358 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recov
357 - The 2025 NFL Preview Show
Back for year 5! The Porn Free Radio Podcast Network presents the 2025 NFL Preview Show with Vern Tompke, Aaron W., Sam Dobschuetz, and your host Matt Dobschuetz. This year we've added a segment dedicated to helping you in your recovery. If you're not an American football fan, you might just be after you listen to this episode! Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/357 PLUS: Wh
356 - Expense vs. Investment (Updated)
Lee Cockerell was Disney World's Executive Vice President of Operations for over a decade There he oversaw the daily operations and guest experience for all of its theme parks, hotels, and properties. He is often brought in to an organization looking to improve its customer service. He famously once told a potential client, "If you think of this as an expense and not an investment, don't use me."
355 - Intention Vs. Commitment
Steve Chandler from episode 274 wrote this, "Many people I work with make the mistake of confusing commitment with intention. They think they're the same thing. And by thinking that, by living in that misunderstanding, they lose all the power commitment has." Sam Dobschuetz joins this episode to discuss the distinction between intention and commitment. Get the full show notes here: https://recov
355 - Intention Vs. Commitment
Steve Chandler from episode 274 wrote this, "Many people I work with make the mistake of confusing commitment with intention. They think they're the same thing. And by thinking that, by living in that misunderstanding, they lose all the power commitment has." Sam Dobschuetz joins this episode to discuss the distinction between Intention Vs. Commitment. Get the full show notes here: https://recov
354 - Don't Just Change What You're Doing. Change Who You're Being.
The whole point of this podcast is not just to change what you're doing. It's to change who you are being. For that, we look at repetition and beliefs. In this episode we discuss how the our identity is shaped by our habits. And how the identity we choose determines the habits we need to create. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/354 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4
353 - The Surprising Way To Meet Almost Any Need
We often say that porn is not the problem, it's the solution. And when we let go of porn we are left with one thing: our needs. But just how do we get our needs met? On this episode, I share a counterintuitive approach, you can use, to meet almost any need. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/353 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery:
352 - Potential Vs. Capacity
Have you ever felt guilty that you have not lived up to your potential? That because of your past something you were destined for will never be achieved. On this episode, we reframe this mindset with a hopeful alternative where nothing has been lost and even more is to be gained. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/352 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help
352 - Potential Vs. Capacity
Have you ever felt guilty that you have not lived up to your potential? That because of your past something you were destined for will never be achieved. On this episode, we reframe this mindset with a hopeful alternative where nothing has been lost and even more is to be gained. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/352 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help
351 - Freedom Questions
This episode is a fast follow-up to PFR 350- Pure Freedom, where we discuss Rich Litvin's "three distinctions around freedom." In this show, Matt asks some prompting questions to help you get more clarity about your freedom. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/351 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video
350 - Pure Freedom
In the episode, we are going to focus on the concept of pure freedom. Master coach, Rich Litvin describes pure freedom as "the freedom to make decisions moment by moment. The freedom to be yourself... a place to come FROM, not a place to get to." Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/350 Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/350 PLUS: Whenever you're ready...
349 - When are you going to stop living like you're never going to die?
We're back on PFR asking the question, "when are you going to stop living like you're never going to die?" Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/349 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreebook.com Join a
348 - High Bottom Porn Use
In this episode, we explore the idea of "high bottom" porn use—when your life isn't falling apart, but you're still stuck and it's costing you. We discuss how people in this situation can break through denial and rationalizations to take more action. There is more freedom to be had! Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/348 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can he
347 - Dan Miller's 15% Rule for New Year Goal Setting
One of my podcast heroes, Dan Miller, had a goal setting practice which I love. "When I set my goals for the new year, I ruthlessly eliminate 15% of the things I've been doing to make room for the new things I want to do." — Dan Miller, 48 Days Podcast Dan shares how it's important eliminate things you're doing before creating new commitments. In this episode, you'll learn how this goal setting p
346 - What's The Difference Between a Relapse and a Slip?
In this episode, I'm joined by my brother Sam Dobschuetz, as we open the Porn Free Radio mailbag answering questions like… What percentage of guys that do coaching with you achieve a porn free life? Any recommendations on a porn blocker or firewall? What is it actually like when you are in recovery for 60, 90, 200 days, a year, 5 years? How does the struggle change? Can you ever go back to the wa
345 - Confessions of a Recovered News Junkie
We just picked a new president here in the States. Maybe you heard? This season, I noticed my news consumption went way up. As I look back now at my feelings and motivations, I found some interesting connections to my old porn struggle. On this episode, I consider my vulnerability with consuming content and media as a recovered man. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/345 P
344 - Diagnose Any Relapse and Get Better Faster
When solving a crime, detectives use motive, means, and opportunity to catch the criminal. In recovery, after a troubling episode, we can use the same logic to solve our relapse. Our ultimate goal is to prevent future crimes. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/344 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free vid
343 - The 2024 NFL Preview Show
The Porn Free Radio Podcast Network presents the 2024 NFL Preview Show with Vern Tompke, Aaron W., Sammy D. (Sam Dobschuetz) and your host, Matt "The Dobber" Dobschuetz Join us for our fourth annual episode about our shared passion, NFL football. If you're not an American football fan, you might just be after you listen to this episode! Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/343 PL
342 - How to Avoid Getting Addicted to Porn
A favorite trick of value investor Charlie Munger was inverse thinking. It's where you reverse the problem you're trying to solve. In this episode, we invert the challenge of going porn free. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/342 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisy
341 - Examining Our Thoughts w/ Dr. Amy Johnson
On this episode, I invite Dr. Amy Johnson, author of Just a Thought, to help us start examining our thoughts in a new way. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/341 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreeb
340 - 90% Of Your Relapses Are Predictable
Most relapses are predictable. So why are so often surprised by them? On this episode, Matt shares an episode from his Coffee with the Dobber series for contributors to Porn Free Radio. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/340 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Bu
339 - Are You Still In the Porn Bubble?
Men use porn because they like the effect produced by it. The elusive sensation changes our state while we are using it. It provides a timely escape from our present reality. And even though we have taken steps to stop using porn we often are still are looking for the escape. I call this the bubble. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/339 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here a
338 - I'm not a bad person getting good, I'm a sick person getting well (a PFR Listener Story)
On this episode, Matt shares a PFR listener story from Aaron C. who got hope from Porn Free Radio and took action by joining a 12-step fellowship. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/338 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dob
337 - My 12 Provocations Pt. 2 with Vern Tompke
In the second of two episodes, Coach Vern Tompke from Finding Traction joins me, as we complete this list of 12 provocations designed to challenge your recovery thinking. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/337 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the bo
336 - My 12 Provocations Pt. 1 with Vern Tompke
My book, Porn Free: Becoming the Type of Man Who Does Not Look At Porn, is known for its provocative statement, "Porn is not the problem for us. It's the solution." In the first of two episodes, Coach Vern Tompke from Finding Traction joins me, as I share 12 more provocations aimed at challenging your recovery thinking. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/336 PLUS: Whenever yo
335 - PFR 10th Anniversary Show
Join Matt and Sam Dobschuetz as they read listener letters celebrating 10 years of Porn Free Radio. Take hope and take action! Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/335 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreeboo
334 - Whole vs. Broken
Do you see yourself as broken or an addict? Then this episode is for you. Over the last 10 years, I have had a shift in my thinking; I have moved away from diagnosing and pathologizing porn behaviors (disease model.) And I moved towards a choice/ownership model. I invite the guys I work with to examine their choices, define problematic behaviors, developing their why for going porn free, and come
333 - Honesty vs. Hiding
Before recovery, I lived a divided life. I hid anything I found unacceptable from my friends and family including my problematic porn use. On the surface, I presented a "nice guy" version of myself to be liked and accepted. It was exhausting and painfully lonely. In recovery, my why is "to be the same on the inside as on the outside." But this requires honesty. This is part 8 in our series, The Ch
332 - Fact vs. Fear
We've all heard the phrase, "Fact vs. Fiction." But a friend of mine said it should be "Fact vs. Fear." It's fear that often leads us to our escapism and avoidance with porn. This is part 7 in our new series, The Choice is Yours. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/332 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free
331 - Calm vs. Stress
Is stress based on our perception or is it objective? That was question we discussed in a recent REV group. The stressful situations guys described had one surprising thing in common. And it might change the way you look at stress. On this episode, we break down stress and examine what helps us return to calm. This is part 6 in our series, The Choice is Yours. Get the full show notes here: https
330 - Recovery vs. Relapse
"You're either working on recovery or you're working on relapse" ― Old guy at my recovery meeting Coach Vern Tompke sits in on Porn Free Radio to talk about the line between recovery and relapse. This is part 5 in our series, The Choice is Yours. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/330 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Fre
329 - Consistency vs. Intensity
MMA coach, Firas Zahabi, emphasizes that consistency in training beats intensity. Consistency is where we build skill and endurance without burning out. And our training volume over time leads to mastery. This powerful concept can be applied to our recovery. This is part 4 in our series, The Choice is Yours. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/329 PLUS: Whenever you're ready..
328 - Skills vs. Willpower
When you started recovery, the challenge was overwhelming (high) and your skill level was low. And chances are if you have not significantly changed your habits, the challenge feels about the same. For a long time the only tool in your tool box was willpower. Some version of "JUST SAY NO." But often willpower is easily exhausted. It gives out when we need it most. What if I told you success in rec
327 - Solution vs. Problem
"Porn is not the problem for us," I write in my book. "It's the solution." It may feel like the problem in your life that needs to be fixed. But if you're using porn there is a need that is driving it. It's a solution. This is part 2 in our series, The Choice is Yours. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/327 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your
326 - Owner vs. Victim
Author Steve Chandler often says there are two types of people in the world; owners and victims. Victims see themselves as victims of their situation or circumstance. Life happens to them. Owners on the hand while they can't control every situation and circumstance, they control their reaction to any situation. Learning the habits of thinking like an owner is essential to be porn free. This is pa
325 - Don't Call It A Comeback: 13 Years Porn Free
Matt Dobschuetz is back with a fresh episode of Porn Free Radio. Sam Dobschuetz joins in-studio to discuss Dobber recently reaching 13 years porn free. Take hope and take action! Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/325 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Bu
324 - Is Your "Personality" Blocking Your Recovery?
"What we call personality," Steve Chandler writes. "Is just a history of habits." Fixed beliefs about who we are can block us from making the commitments that lead to transformation. On this episode, Sam Dobschuetz joins Matt to discuss. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/324 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Y
323 - PFR Classic: 5-Minute Self Care Habits
Do you struggle making time for self care? Do you suck at being creative? In this classic episode of Porn Free Radio, we break down 15 self care habits that take 5 minutes of less. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/323 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear B
322 - Eliminate Your Weakest Link
I asked a group of coaching clients recently, "what is your weakest link in your recovery?" Answers ranged from objectifying women to old iPads, from social media to working at home alone. Even feelings like rejection and entitlement were part of the mix. On this episode, I'll explain what's behind these weak links and how to eliminate them Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/
321 - 17 Porn Free Pro Tips
Sam Dobschuetz joins Porn Free Radio for a super-sized episode. In this show, you'll learn Matt's 17 Porn Free Pro Tips. These powerful tips will help you level up your recovery. Many are brand new ideas. (#16 is a game changer IMHO.) Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/321 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (F
320 - Help, I'm Sick! How Do I Stay Porn Free?
Being sick brings many situations that can lead to slips. For example, feeling fatigued, out of routine, being alone, bored, entitlement, need to rest, entertainment/browsing, no exercise etc. In this episode, we talk about the tools we can use to get better without relapsing. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/320 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you
319 - PFR Classic: The 12 Commitments That Led To Mastery
In this classic PFR episode, I share the 12 commitments that led to mastery in my journey to quit porn. Originally published January 24, 2018. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/319 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobsch
318 - It Takes Less Work To Succeed Than To Fail (Punk Episodes Pt. 4)
New to PFR... its our PUNK episodes. A four-part coaching series. Part 4 is reducing the effort and sacrifice required. It takes less work to succeed than to fail! Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/318 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the book, P
317 - The 2023 NFL Preview Show
The Porn Free Radio Podcast Network presents the 2023 NFL Preview Show with Vern Tompke, Aaron W., Matt "The Dobber" Dobschuetz and your host, Sammy D (Sam Dobschuetz.) Join three coaches for our third annual episode about our shared passion, NFL Football. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/317 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery:
316 - 10 Ways To Speed Up Your Recovery (Punk Episodes Pt. 3)
New to PFR... its our PUNK episodes. A four-part coaching series. Part 3 is about decreasing the time it takes for you to see progress and get to your end goal. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/316 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the book, Porn F
315 - Maximize Your Success (Punk Episodes Pt.2)
New to PFR... it's our PUNK episodes. A four-part coaching series. Part 2 is about increasing your perceived likelihood for success and building your confidence. Get the full show notes here: Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/315 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.co
314 - Maximize Your Dream (Punk Episodes Pt.1)
New to PFR... it's our PUNK episodes. A four-part coaching series. Part 1 is about maximizing your porn free dream. Getting more clarity about where you're going. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/314 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the book, Por
313 - 2 Years Porn Free with Michael and Aaron
Michael and Aaron visit PFR to celebrate 2 years porn free. Both listeners reached this milestone earlier this Summer. In this episode, the guys share about life before the streak, their current recovery habits, and dealing with temptation. They also consider the future impact as a result of this transformation. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/313 PLUS: Whenever you're re
312 - PFR Classic: Automatic Thoughts
In recovery we focus a lot on triggers. Avoiding them. Reducing them. Anticipating them. But our thoughts, especially the ones that feel automatic, often prompt our behaviors. This PFR classic episode, from Oct of 2019, is about becoming aware of our automatic thoughts and how to change them. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/312 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 way
311 - Assessing Problematic Porn Use w/ Bill Herring
In recovery circles we often use labels rather than descriptions. Words like sex addict or porn addiction are hastily applied or adopted. But often we miss getting a greater understanding of ourselves and the truth of our situation. Bill Herring, LCSW, CSAT joins Porn Free Radio to share his framework for assessing problematic sexuality. It can easily be used to assess problematic porn use. Get th
310 – PFR Classic: The 7-Day Porn Free Plan
In this episode, you'll learn how to create a hyper-focused 7-day recovery plan. Originally published March 1, 2017. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/310 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery: Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreebook.co
309 - Is There Hope For Me?
It's another EPIC PFR crossover podcast. This time with Vern Tompke from Finding Traction. In this episode we talk about hope for two types of guys: A guy new to recovery and realizing porn is a significant issue. He's wondering if real change is possible. A guy who's been at recovery a while, but has only experienced mixed success. For him doubts are starting to creep in. Whether you relate t
308 – Finding Your Harmonious Passions (Updated)
In PFR episode 307, we looked at problematic porn use through Dr. Robert Vallerand's passion framework. Dr. Vallerand proposes two types of passion; obsessive passion and harmonious passion. When letting go obsessive passions it is necessary to cultivate harmonious ones. On this show we talk about how to find your harmonious passions. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/308 PL
307 - Obsessive Passions and Harmonious Passions
Sam Dobschuetz, cohost of Coffee with the Dobber and the 2 Ramblers Podcast, joins PFR this week. On this episode, we discuss looking at problematic porn use through a passion framework. We compare the two types of passion proposed by Dr. Robert Vallerand (Université du Québec à Montréal) and some takeaways for transforming your passions. This was originally released as a Coffee with the Dobber, o
306 – PFR Classic: How Successful Guys Overcome Edging
In this classic episode of Porn Free Radio, I share how successful guys overcome edging. Edging is any unsound activity that mimics our old patterns with porn. It's one of main habits that blocks long-term recovery and success. And chances are if you don't know what it is, you're probably doing it. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/306 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here ar
305 - All Progress Starts By Telling The Truth w/ Jay Pyatt
Coach Jay Pyatt, from The Couple Cure, returns to Porn Free Radio for a discussion about lying. Matt has often said that lying was the "second addiction" he had to recover from. The habits around lying, hiding, keeping secrets, omission, and minimizing were just as strong as the porn was. Our long-term recovery depends on us building the skills of honesty. Get the full show notes here: https://rec
