PSR Podcast

PSR Podcast is a listener supported outreach of Be Broken Ministries. Partner with us through giving at BeBroken.org/donate. Thank you for your support!

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In this episode of the Family Time segment*, I sit down with our Family Care Director, Norma Q-Brown, to explore the fifth of six critical conversations parents should have with their kids about sexuality. After recapping the first four conversations, we dive into what to do when your child is exposed to sexual content. 

Norma shares practical tools like code words, open-ended questions, and age-appropriate communication to help parents respond calmly rather than react. She also highlights valuable resources, including courses we provide on Pure Life Academy and recommended books, to help parents confidently guide their children through these inevitable challenges.

To enroll in our free Critical Conversations online course, visit PureLifeAcademy.org.

For all of our Family resources, including our free Critical Conversations online course, visit Bebroken.org/family.

*Family Time episodes are short, practical conversations to help parents feel more confident and competent in raising kids according to God’s design, even in a sex-saturated culture.

• Importance of equipping children to navigate a sexualized culture from birth to 18 years old.
• Overview of the first four critical conversations parents should have with their children regarding sexuality.
• Discussion on the significance of conversation five: addressing exposure to sexual content or situations.
• Strategies for parents to create a safe environment for discussing sexual content.
• The necessity of maintaining a calm and non-reactive demeanor during conversations about exposure.
• Age-appropriate communication techniques for discussing sexual topics with children of different ages.
• Emphasis on modeling self-control and vulnerability as a parent during discussions.
• Practical tools and strategies for facilitating ongoing conversations about sexuality and exposure.
• Resources available for parents to deepen their understanding and approach to these conversations.
• Encouragement for parents to engage in difficult conversations despite feelings of anxiety or overwhelm.

Resources for Next Steps:

• Critical Conversation Online Course (free)
• Processing Exposure: Ages 8-12
• Processing Exposure with Teens

For more parenting podcasts, go to Bebroken.org/tp-pods and scroll to Family Bundles.

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Eddie Capparucci to explore emotional regulation as the cornerstone of addiction recovery. Dr. Eddie explains the "window of tolerance," how unresolved childhood trauma drives addictive behaviors, and why true recovery goes beyond just stopping harmful actions. 

We discuss how emotional dysregulation connects to relapse, how people of faith can embrace their emotions in healthy ways, and how deeper emotional work transforms relationships, intimacy, and character. Dr. Eddie also shares practical techniques to help listeners begin their emotional healing journey today. 

To learn more about Dr. Eddie and his inner child recovery model, visit AbundantLifeCounselingGA.com or email [email protected].

• Importance of emotional regulation in addiction recovery
• Definition and explanation of the "window of tolerance"
• Connection between emotional dysregulation and addictive behaviors
• Role of unresolved childhood trauma in emotional dysregulation
• Misconceptions about emotions, particularly among people of faith
• Practical strategies for emotional regulation in real-time situations
• Impact of emotional regulation on intimacy and empathy in relationships
• Transformation of character through deeper emotional work in recovery
• Differences between behavior change and emotional work in recovery outcomes
• Techniques and resources for practicing emotional regulation skills

• Going Deeper* by Eddie Capparucci
• Going Deeper for Women* by Eddie Capparucci
• Other books* by Dr. Eddie Capparucci

• Going Deeper: How Your Inner Child Impacts Your Sex Addiction
• Going Deeper for Women: How Your Inner Child Impacts Your Love and Sex Addiction
• Why Building Confidence is Important to Recovery

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In this episode, I sit down with Sam Black to explore the fascinating and deeply personal topic of generational trauma and its connection to addiction recovery in men. Sam shares his own journey with pornography addiction and how it led him to investigate patterns passed down through families. 

We dive into compelling scientific research — including studies on worms and mice — that mirrors what Scripture has long taught about inherited brokenness. We also discuss practical tools like self-awareness, emotional regulation, and empathetic parenting to help break these cycles and create lasting healing for future generations. 

To learn about some of the recovery resources provided by CovenantEyes, visit CovenantEyes.com. (And if you’d like to try out CovenantEyes free for 30 days, use promo code bebroken when you subscribe.)

• Generational impact and trauma
• Recovery from addiction, specifically pornography addiction
• Transmission of trauma and behaviors across generations
• Environmental and relational factors in trauma inheritance
• Scientific research on trauma and learned behaviors in animals
• Importance of addressing trauma at emotional and subconscious levels
• Self-awareness, emotional regulation, and attunement as recovery tools
• Barriers men face in engaging with deeper recovery processes
• The role of parenting styles in passing down trauma
• Encouragement for seeking healing and support in recovery journeys

• Victory App by CovenantEyes
• Gateway to Freedom 3-Day Intensive for Men
• Find a Group

• Why We Stay Stuck and How to Move Forward
• How Early Developmental Trauma Shapes Addiction & Relationships
• God's Design for Emotional Growth and Sexuality

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Stephen Cervantes to explore emotional and relational growth in marriage. Stephen shares three powerful principles for husbands: 

1. Giving wives space to express emotions without jumping to solutions, 
2. Being a calm and reassuring presence to help regulate emotions, and 
3. Leading with humility to repair relationship ruptures. 

Through personal stories and biblical wisdom, we unpack practical ways husbands can show up better for their wives. It's an honest, encouraging conversation that reminds us that strong marriages are built through patience, sacrifice, and Christlike love.

For daily insights from Stephen, visit DoctorMarriage.org.

• Emotional and relational growth in marriage from a Christian perspective.
• Importance of allowing spouses to express emotions without interruption.
• Techniques for husbands to actively listen and engage during emotional conversations.
• The role of a husband as a calming presence to help regulate a wife's emotions.
• Strategies for creating a safe space for emotional processing in relationships.
• The significance of repairing relationship ruptures and managing conflict.
• The necessity of humility and ownership in resolving marital disagreements.
• The impact of forgiveness and reconciliation on marital intimacy.
• Encouragement to practice patience, humility, and sacrifice in marriage.
• The importance of continuous learning and growth in relationships.

• How to Listen to Your Wife
• 40 Days to Oneness by Stephen Cervantes
• Relationship Talking vs. Business Talking

• Keys to Emotional Intimacy: Empathy, Attunement, and Responsiveness
• Men's Emotional Self-Awareness Test
• 4 Skills to Transform Your Marriage

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In this episode, I sit down with Stephen Cervantes to explore the deepest desires of the human heart — to be fully known, loved, forgiven, enjoyed, and celebrated. We discuss how these beautiful, God-given desires can become problematic when we turn them into demands on other people. 

While humans can love and forgive abundantly, only God can do so fully. We also reflect on how concepts like the Five Love Languages can unintentionally create unrealistic expectations in relationships. Ultimately, we're reminded that true fulfillment comes from delighting in God, who meets our heart's desires perfectly.

For daily insights from Stephen, visit DoctorMarriage.org.

• Exploration of deep human desires: being fully known, loved, forgiven, enjoyed, and celebrated.
• Distinction between desires and needs, emphasizing the potential for disappointment when desires are treated as needs.
• Discussion on the limitations of human relationships in fulfilling these deep desires.
• The spiritual versus earthly realms and how they relate to human experiences of love and forgiveness.
• Consequences of placing unrealistic expectations on others based on concepts like the Five Love Languages.
• The idea that only God can fully meet these desires, while humans can only offer love and forgiveness abundantly.
• The importance of accepting human limitations in relationships to avoid disappointment and anger.
• Encouragement to seek fulfillment of desires through God rather than through others.
• Recognition of the growth potential in human relationships as individuals learn to love more abundantly.
• The role of earthly relationships in reflecting God's love and grace, while acknowledging their inherent limitations.

• Resources for Men
• Resources for Wives
• Resources for Family

• Why Jesus?
• I Want to Be Known
• Knowing Your True Identity Beyond Sexual Brokenness

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In this episode of Family Time, I sit down with Norma Q-Brown, our Family Care Director, to discuss the fourth of our six “Critical Conversations” for parents: Dealing with Temptation. We explore how to help kids recognize and respond to temptation without shame, emphasizing grace, honesty, and open communication. 

Norma shares practical tips for building trust, normalizing temptation as a human experience, and equipping children with lifelong skills for integrity. We also talk about common barriers parents face and offer resources to support families on this journey. It’s all about progress, not perfection!

For all of our Family resources, including our free Critical Conversations online course, visit Bebroken.org/family.

• Importance of discussing sex and sexuality with children in a sexualized culture.
• Overview of the "Critical Conversations" series for parents.
• Focus on "Dealing with Temptation" as a key conversation topic.
• Understanding temptation as a universal human experience.
• Strategies for parents to help children recognize and resist temptation.
• The significance of approaching conversations with grace rather than shame.
• Common barriers parents face in discussing temptation with their children.
• The role of parental honesty and sharing personal experiences in building trust.
• Practical exercises for parents to engage children in conversations about temptation.
• Resources available for parents to further support these discussions.

• Critical Conversation Online Course (free)
• Father-Son Accountability* by John Fort
• Girl Talk by Ashley Jameson

For more parenting podcasts, go to Bebroken.org/tp-pods and scroll to Family Bundles.

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In this episode, I sit down with Linda McDonald, a licensed marriage and family therapist, to discuss her personal journey through betrayal, divorce, and healing on her own after her husband’s affair. Linda shares how her experience inspired her new book, “Redeeming the Post-Affair Divorce,” and introduces the term “betrandoned” to describe the unique, compounded grief of betrayal and abandonment. 

We explore the stigma, shame, and lack of closure in post-affair divorce, and Linda offers honest, faith-filled advice for finding hope, support, and true forgiveness after deep relational trauma.

To learn more about Linda and get her book, visit LindaJMacDonald.com.

• Personal experiences of betrayal and divorce
• The concept of "betrandoned" (betrayal + abandon) and its implications
• Compounded grief associated with infidelity and divorce
• Differences in societal perceptions of widows versus divorcees
• The stigma and shame surrounding divorce due to infidelity
• The lack of rituals and support for those experiencing divorce from infidelity
• The process of recovery and the importance of brutal honesty
• The role of forgiveness in healing from betrayal
• The significance of finding supportive communities and resources
• The potential for redemption and hope after trauma and loss

• Redeeming the Post-Affair Divorce* by Linda MacDonald
• Redeeming the Post-Affair Divorce Workbook*
• "Betrandoned" YouTube Playlist

• Betrayed and Abandoned on Affair Healing Podcast
• Dealing with Divorce, Betrayal Trauma, and Hope
• Is There Hope After Divorce Due to Sexual Betrayal?

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In this episode, I welcome back Kristin Cary to explore the mind-body connection, especially how our bodies respond to trauma and betrayal. Kristin shares insights from her ministry, Living Truth, explaining how God designed our nervous systems to protect us through natural responses like fight, flight, or freeze. 

We discuss the importance of compassion over shame, practical grounding techniques (like the butterfly hug; even walking or jogging), and the vital role of community in healing. Kristin encourages us to honor our bodies as God’s creation and to approach trauma recovery with patience, curiosity, and faith.

To learn more about Kristin and her ministry, visit Living-Truth.org.

• The mind-body connection and its relevance to trauma.
• Physiological responses to trauma, including the activation of the vagus nerve and the release of stress hormones.
• The fight, flight, or freeze responses as natural protective mechanisms.
• The impact of betrayal trauma on individuals, particularly betrayed spouses.
• The importance of reframing bodily trauma responses as positive warning systems rather than signs of weakness.
• The experience of shame among Christians regarding trauma responses and faith.
• The significance of understanding the body's signals and their role in emotional and spiritual health.
• Grounding techniques and self-soothing methods to regulate the nervous system.
• The role of community and relational support in healing from trauma.
• The necessity of practicing regulation strategies in calm states to prepare for stressful situations.

• Women in the Battle
• Wives Care Online Groups
• Going Deeper for Betrayed Partners* by Eddie & Teri Capparucci

• The Need for Safety in Betrayal Trauma Healing
• Emotional Transformation Therapy for Betrayed Wives
• Online Care Groups for Wives Facing Betrayal Trauma

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In this episode, I sit down with my friend and decades-long colleague, Dr. Stephen Cervantes, to explore our shared struggles with seeking approval and what it means to be an “approval junkie.” Together, we reflect on why we crave affirmation—from childhood to adulthood—and how this shapes our sense of belonging and self-worth. 

We discuss the dangers of letting approval define us, the role of leaders in fostering healthy communities, and ultimately, how true acceptance comes from God’s unconditional love. Join us as we unpack these honest, relatable experiences and encourage one another toward deeper healing and authentic connection.

For daily insights from Stephen, visit DoctorMarriage.org. 

• Exploration of the human need for approval and the concept of being an "approval junkie."
• Discussion on the origins of approval-seeking behavior rooted in early childhood development.
• Examination of the impact of seeking approval on self-worth and identity.
• Analysis of the different sources of approval, including peers, leaders, and spiritual figures.
• Consideration of the unhealthy aspects of excessive approval-seeking and its potential to become an addiction.
• Reflection on the role of leaders in affirming others and fostering healthy community dynamics.
• Insights into the emotional struggles associated with conditional approval and feelings of inadequacy.
• Discussion of "image building" and the conflict between external validation and internal acceptance.
• Emphasis on the importance of belonging and the safety it provides in community settings.
• Encouragement for listeners to seek true healing and identity through divine approval rather than human affirmation.

• Going Deeper by Dr. Eddie Capparucci
• Unwanted by Jay Stringer
• Gateway to Freedom 3-Day Intensive for Men

• Going Deeper: How Your Inner Child Impacts Your Sex Addiction
• The Key to Real and Lasting Freedom from Porn
• Overcoming Shame and Embracing Your True Identity

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In today’s Family Time episode, I sit down with Norma Q-Brown, our Family Care Director, to unpack the third critical conversation every parent needs to have with their child: preparing kids for exposure to sexualized content. We talk about why this comes after building trust and discussing God’s design for sex, and share practical ways to equip children for what they’ll inevitably see online or from peers. 

Norma offers encouragement, tips for open communication, and resources to help parents feel confident—not fearful—as they guide their kids through a sex-saturated culture with grace and understanding.

For all of our Family resources, visit Bebroken.org/family.

• Importance of discussing feelings and emotions with children as a foundation for trust.
• Understanding God's design for sex and its relevance in today's culture.
• Preparing children for exposure to sexualized content in various media.
• Common sources of sexualized content that children may encounter.
• Barriers parents face in initiating conversations about exposure.
• Consequences of avoiding discussions about sexual content with children.
• Key principles for parents to communicate regarding exposure and boundaries.
• Strategies for keeping communication open and non-judgmental.
• Practical exercises, such as role-playing, to prepare children for potential exposure.
• Resources and next steps for parents to engage in these critical conversations.

• Good Pictures Bad Pictures by Kristen Jenson
• A Family Game Plan for Discussing Porn (online course)
• Family Integrity Trio Bundle (online courses)

• Helping Your Kids Know God's Good Design
• Better Screen Time for You and Your Family
• Brain Defense Digital Safety for Kids

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