Sex Addiction, Pornography, and Sexual Purity -- Castimonia.org
English, Health / Medicine, 1 season, 141 episodes
Sex Addiction, Pornography, and Sexual Purity -- Castimonia.org
English, Health / Medicine, 1 season, 141 episodes
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The Castimonia purity podcast was created as a tool and a resource for those seeking sexual purity. Interviews, tools, testimonies, and hope will be shared for all to gain a better understanding of our true potential in Christ. The episodes are designed to provide heavy information in an approachable avenue. There is freedom from addiction, and we can all grow stronger through our brokenness. There is no condemnation for those in Jesus, and there is real hope for those seeking to be free. Let us know of if you need help or know of great topics for future podcasts. Puritypodcast@castimonia.org
Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 2 – Thomas Berry Interview
Join Chris as he interviews Thomas Berry from Redemptive Living. Thomas was the speaker at the Castimonia Retreat in November of 2023 and he gives a recap from his sessions. Thomas also shares some observations he had from the retreat and we unpack some of the differences between sobriety and recovery. Redemptive Living was founded […]
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1/23/2024 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 1
After 7 years of hosting the Purity Podcast Doug has passed the baton to Chris. Today, Chris introduces himself and welcomes you into his journey of recovery as well as your own. You may find yourself in a very dark place right now, but you are not alone, and there is hope. He challenges the […]
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1/9/2024 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 100: Time for a new Chapter – Remember the light!
Listen in as Chris, Jorge and Doug talk about the illustration of darkness vs. Light.  We walk through struggles of so many in our lives, and it is so helpful to remember the light and joy that is in us.  That gives us wisdom and strength to continue the journey.  This is also Doug’s last […]
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12/22/2023 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 99: Do you want to get well?
Listen in as Chris and Doug talk about the connection to Jesus healing the man at the pool to their recovery journey. The pain to change has to be greater than the pain of changing…and what does change look like?  If you have questions or want to reach out, please email us at puritypodcast@castimonia.org, and […]
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9/21/2023 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 98: The Lord’s Prayer and how it applies to sex addiction recovery
Doug and Chris discuss each line of the Lord’s Prayer to see how it might apply to your recovery and your walk.  It is a powerful way to look into how our higher power can still practically walk with us and provide support.  If you have questions or want to reach out, please email us […]
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4/4/2023 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 97B: Thomas’s testimony part B
Join Thomas and Doug as they discuss the hope and freedom possible in recovery. Listen to his testimony of what worked for him to establish sobriety as well as the patterns he puts into practice now. If you have questions or want to reach out, please email us at puritypodcast@castimonia.org, and remember that on this […]
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3/30/2023 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 97A: Thomas’s testimony part A
Thomas discusses his addiction with Doug. His testimony is one that will resonate with many men. He discusses his upbringing and struggles throughout young life as well as those as an adult. He takes us through the story of brokenness and searching that leads to finding healing and hope. That part of the story is […]
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3/28/2023 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 96: White Noise – How to face addiction recovery head on!
Doug discussing the imagery of white noise, and how that analogy can play out in recovery. What are the items that distract us from experiencing all of life? What are we training ourselves to “not hear” in life? How can we find out the white noise affects in our life? Join in to find some […]
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1/26/2023 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 95B: Chris’s Testimony Part B
Join Doug as he talks with Chris about his journey of addiction and life choices that led him out of darkness.  Chris shares how counselors, friends, Castimonia, and other avenues brought hope and light to his life.  He is living a life of a true changed person, so listen in to learn more about that […]
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1/12/2023 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 95A: Chris’s Testimony Part A
Join Doug as he talks with Chris about his journey of addiction and life choices that led him into darkness.  Part A is the testimony of how life can become unmanageable and out of control.  It is a story of how secrets and darkness can take more and more root in our lives when we […]
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1/10/2023 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 94:Notes from Doug’s iPhone
Listen in as Doug talks about how to strive to not use perfection as the standard, how to seek to not envy, and how to dig into the past. This is a random episode of items from my notes taken during seminars, lessons, and sermons. Hopefully some of it lands on your heart. If you […]
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12/7/2021 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Episode #24 Change is…Chaotic
Change is traumatic, chaotic. It fed my addict. Its something prior to recovery that I depended on.
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10/5/2021 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 93: The New Man podcast with Jorge and Doug
The New Man Podcast airing on Purity Podcast this week. – Jorge and Doug talk about Sex Addiction Recovery Here are the notes from the New Man podcast episode that we are airing on our channel. Check out his great resources below! Doug & Jorge are from Castimonia, an organization that helps men recover from […]
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9/14/2021 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 92B: Kenneth’s Sexual Addiction Testimony Part B
Join Kenneth as he shares his testimony and life-long battle with sex addiction as it relates to early childhood sexual trauma.   This episode is designed to help men realize that they are not the only ones that may be hurting in this way, struggling to find true freedom, or reaching a point they feel is […]
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9/2/2021 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 92A: Kenneth’s Sexual Addiction Testimony – Part A
Join Kenneth as he shares his testimony and life-long battle with sex addiction as it relates to early childhood sexual trauma.   This episode is designed to help men realize that they are not the only ones that may be hurting in this way, struggling to find true freedom, or reaching a point they feel is […]
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8/31/2021 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 91: Interview with Christopher Bueker
Join in on Doug and Chris’s conversation on how to help equip families and parents to talk about sex, pornography, and addiction. Chris has a new book out on the topic, and learn some practical tips from him and his life experiences as well as his counseling expertise. If you have questions or want to […]
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8/18/2021 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 90: You See What You Want to See
Episode 90: You See What you Want to See–Sex Addiction Recovery Tips Doug disucsses how in life we can get so focused on one aspect or action that we create a filter in which we see “everything.” Doug discusses how gratitude and positive thinking are more than just strategies that you can read about in […]
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6/15/2021 • 0
CASTIMONIA PURITY PODCAST EPISODE 89: Step 12 and Spiritual Awakenings
Jorge and Doug discuss some ways to work Step 12 and for Jorge to let go of his resentments. Remember that you are not alone on thisroad of recovery…..for more information please email us at puritypodcast@castimonia.org.
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3/9/2021 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 88B: Ian’s Testimony part B
Join Ian and Doug as they discuss the hope and freedom possible in recovery. Listen to Ian’s testimonyof what worked for him to establish sobriety. Ian discusses the idea of recovery being more than just sexual sobriety, but it is about becoming betterevery day in small, meaningful ways. If you have questions or want to […]
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3/4/2021 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 88A: Ian’s Testimony part A
Ian discusses his addiction with Doug. Ian’s testimony is one that will resonate with many men. See how living a double life can lead to so many negatives factors, and that it comes upon us slowly.Listen in to his Part A to see how far “down the scale” he was before his rock bottom could […]
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3/2/2021 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 87B: Patrick’s Testimony part B
Patrick tells Doug the rest of his story of what recovery meant to him. He challenges men to bebold in their recovery practices, and he charges those new in recovery to make it a true priority in theirlives. He needed sobriety for the road bumps that were coming,and God gave that to him in time.Doug […]
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12/10/2020 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 87A: Patrick’s Testimony part A
Patrick tells Doug has story of addiction with same sex attraction, pornography, and otherassociated vices. He discusses his childhood trauma and the ways that affected his thinking throughadulthood. He discussed his spiraling of addiction and the ways that it brought him to his rock bottom moment. Part A’s of testimonies are designed to help addicts […]
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12/9/2020 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 86: Step 11 in Sex Addiction Recovery
Step 11 in Sex Addiction Recovery: Keith and Doug discuss some ways to work Step 11 by allowing God to truly direct our steps as well as being open to that process. Remember that you are not alone on this road to recovery. For more information, please email us at puritypodcast@castimonia.org
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11/9/2020 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 85: Step 10 in Sex Addiction Recovery
Step 10 in Sex Addiction Recovery: Jorge and Doug discuss the practical aspects of working Step 10 in recovery. It is nearing thefinish line of the 12 steps!Remember that you are not alone on this road of recovery…..for more information please email us at puritypodcast@castimonia.org.
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10/6/2020 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 84: War, Grit, and Lust
Doug talks through some action steps and analogies for addiction recovery. He points to theidea of treating every day like we are prepping for war…Remember that you are not alone on this road of recovery…..for more information please email puritypodcast@castimonia.org
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Doug talks through some analogies that help his recovery as he looks for ways that Satan is trying to trap him.  He discusses how loneliness can be a driver towards addiction, so we need to find ways to be aware.  We can use self-care techniques and other connection elements to battle and beat loneliness  Remember […]
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6/10/2020 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 82: Interview with Joe Dallas – The Game Plan
82 – Interview with Joe Dallas – The Game Plan Joe Dallas is an author, counselor, and speaker that is highly sought for his expertise in addiction recovery. He has his own story of struggling and finding healing in recovery. He now writes books, hosts conferences, and dedicates his time to helping others overcome sexual […]
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5/5/2020 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast #23: The Perfect Storm
Bonus Episode 23 – The Perfect Storm Where were you when everything stopped? I was traveling for work. Asking why. I think that maybe just maybe…God is using this time because He knows it’s how he can bring so many back to Him. When they, like I did, reach the end of themselves.  
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4/14/2020 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 81: Staying Calm in the COVID-19 Chaos
81 – Staying Calm in the COVID-19 Chaos – Sex Addiction Recovery Jorge and Doug discuss the crisis currently in America and how that may negatively affect our recoveries due to stress and isolation. They discuss tools and perspectives to utilize during this time to help us grow in serenity and sobriety. Remember that you […]
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4/6/2020 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 80: Finding Serenity in Sex Addiction Recovery
  Doug discusses the differences in sobriety and serenity as well as practical ways to apply serenity to our lives. What does it look like in recovery? How do you truly find replacement behaviors and a replacement attitude? Remember that you are not alone on this road of recovery…..for more information please email us […]
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3/10/2020 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 79: Eddie Capparucci – Going Deeper – Inner Child Work in Sex Addiction Recovery
Eddie is a Christian counselor and author as well as fellow brother in recovery.   His most recent book “Going Deeper” is a look at 9 different child types that can identify with.  Doug and Eddie discuss the book and the importance of understanding the triggers that take us back to wanting to act like our […]
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3/3/2020 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast #22: God, How Could You?
Bonus Episode 22 – God, How could you? I didn’t understand how could God let the things happen to me that led me to addiction? How could he let them happen to my wife? God, How could you?
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2/3/2020 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 78b: Sam’s Testimony Part B
Sam and Doug pick up where they left off at the depth of Sam’s addiction story.  This episode highlights where he found and healing. Hopefully there are ways that you can identify with this story to continue finding your own hope and healing! Please email us at puritypodcast@castimonia.org for more information!  Remember that you are not […]
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1/30/2020 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 78a: Sam’s Testimony Part A
Sam’s Testimony (Part A) — Sex Addiction Recovery Sam and Doug discuss his childhood, and how his addiction began and developed. They discussed his life trying to overcome his addiction on his own unsuccessfully. Make sure to listen to Part B of his testimony to hear the hope and healing! Please email us at puritypodcast@castimonia.org […]
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1/28/2020 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 77: Be Less Jerk – Christmas Fun on the Sex Addiction Podcast
Jorge and Doug help those in recovery prepare for the holidays. They walk through some practical tips for the holiday season and the new year that are good for all year round. Check out the “dad joke” challenge as well, and vote for your winner! Email us at puritypodcast@castimonia.org for more information. Thanks for listening […]
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12/26/2019 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 76: The Power of Parables in Sex Addiction Recovery
Doug shares two different parables that have added him in his recovery. He also talks about patterns in his live that can lead towards positives as well as negatives and the importance of recognizing them. For more information on recovery or the podcast, please reach out to puritypodcast@castimonia.org. Remember that on this road of recovery, […]
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12/24/2019 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 75: Conversation with Brad from “Addict’s Messy Marriage” Podcast
Brad and Doug discuss the nuances of trying to work on a marriage and recovery at the same time.  It is difficult to stay “on our side of the street” but they discuss some practical suggestions to help. Brad offers guidance on some of the stages in rebuilding trust in a marriage as well as […]
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Kevin was a listener of the podcast, and he felt he wanted to share his story with other listeners.  After nearly of month of sobriety, he wants his story to help other connect in order to find healing.  His story walks through his life, addiction, and the pitfalls that life brought him.  There are many […]
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Kevin was a listener of the podcast, and he felt he wanted to share his story with other listeners. After nearly of month of sobriety, he wants his story to help other connect in order to find healing. His story walks through his life, addiction, and the pitfalls that life brought him. There are many […]
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9/10/2019 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 73: Conversation with Ben – Resentments, Fear, Pride, and Being Right
Ben and Doug discuss the power of the progression in working Steps 4-7.  Ben utilizes some real life issues that have come up that can brew into resentments.  These are often caused by fear and pride issues.  So being aware helps us in recovery start to turn those over to a higher power. They also […]
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8/7/2019 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast #21: Pride and Humility
Bonus Episode #21 : Pride and Humility All my pride left when I asked God to remove my character defects, right? Well….
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7/30/2019 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 72: Dr. Milton Magness – How can a moral person fall into addiction?
Dr. Milton Magness – How can a moral person fall into addiction? One of the common questions in recovery is “how did I get here?” Often it is the opposite place of our values and our character. Addicts can be figures in high standing in churches, communities, and other areas all while struggling with their […]
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7/24/2019 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 71: MessItUp! Part 2
The Bow Tie Guy and the Biker Chick interview Doug on their podcast called “MessItUp” which is great recovery resource as men and women seek healing from all types of addictions and other habits and hang ups. They discuss sex addiction recovery, Doug’s journey, and Doug’s favorite recovery artist. It is a great rebroadcast of […]
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Jorge and Doug discuss the practical aspects of working such a big step.  Step 9 is making amends to all of those that we have harmed through our addiction, character defects, and selfish actions.  They discuss tools for how to break down the step to make it manageable. For more information about resources or tools, […]
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7/2/2019 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 69: Conversation with the “Bow Tie Guy” from Messitup Podcast
Paul and Christina host a podcast where the premise is turning your “mess into a message.”  The Missitup podcast can be found on your favorite player, or you can visit their website at messituppodcast.com.  Paul and Doug discuss the elements of community on healing and the power of moving out of the darkness.  Paul shares his backstory […]
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6/4/2019 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 68: Creating a Travel Plan in Recovery
Keith and Doug discuss the importance of being proactive in recovery, especially when travel is required for work. Sobriety can still be achieved and maintained when traveling. it is often an area that needs lots of focus and attention as this could be a traditional area where acting out occurred.Listen in for some practical tips […]
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5/23/2019 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 67: Jason Martinkus – Worthy of Her Trust
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 67: Jason Martinkus – Worthy of Her Trust Jason is a well-known author of “Worthy of Her Trust”. Doug and Jason discuss his book as well as the difficulty and benefits of choosing recovery. Healing is possible for individuals and marriages, and they discuss some of the mindset shifts that occur […]
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5/14/2019 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 66: Pure Desire Podcast – A Discussion with Nick Stumbo
Pure Desire Ministries is a ministry designed at helping Christians find help for pornography and sex addiction.  Nick is a well-known voice for healing in recovery through his work and his own podcasts. Nick and Doug discuss how the Church can stand up to this epidemic, and how there are practical ways to join in the […]
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4/30/2019 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 65: Family of Origin Work in Recovery – A Discussion with Ryan Butterfield
Ryan is the co-founder of Regroup Counseling, and he works as a CSAT to help people find freedom from their addiction. Ryan and Doug discuss the importance of understanding how our development created patterns of who we became. The discuss some ways to figure out what “rules of how to handle life” that we should […]
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4/23/2019 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast #20: Resentments
You are right where God wants you to be. Uncomfortable. That means He is revealing something to you. Something you need to work on. I hate when my sponsor is right.
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4/18/2019 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 64: You Were Always Worthy – Addiction Recovery Reminders
Doug talks about the power of setting down the drive to be seen as important.  He discusses the power in accepting what God has always been telling us about our worthiness.  He discusses the value of yoking ourselves to the creator to find rest. This is a great podcast episode if you are tired and […]
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4/10/2019 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 63: Theresstillhope.org –Resources for Sex Addiction Recovery
Doug talks with Mark Denison who is the co-founder, with his wife Beth, of Theresstillhope.org which is a ministry for sex addicts, their spouses, churches, and pastors. He talks about his own personal story and the power of recovery. Doug and Mark discuss practical tips for dealing with recovery as well as ways for “high […]
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3/19/2019 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 62: What do I do now? Beginning steps for sex addiction recovery.
Jorge and Doug discuss some practical steps for starting the recovery and healing process, if you were “just found out”.  This is a common question of men looking for resources for someone recently discovered for their acting out.    This episode is designed to be a guide to start their process of finding help and provide […]
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1/29/2019 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast #19 Powerless
Bonus Episode 19 –Powerless Truly accepting my powerlessness began recovery for me. With that acceptance came my understanding that keeping my sins secret only kept me powerless.
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1/15/2019 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 61: Defining Lust – How to Find True Joy in Sex Addiction Recovery
Doug discusses how he defines “lust” and how that affects his outlook in recovery. He discusses how the devil works by taking our eyes off of the gifts God has given us. Doug seeks to help listeners see the importance of honoring God in our actions and with our focus…that lust dissipates as we act […]
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12/3/2018 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 60: Step 8 in Sex Addiction Recovery
Owning your actions and the hurt that you caused others is a very difficult and necessary step in recovery from any addiction. In sex addiction recovery, we have a lot of people, identities, companies, and institutions that we have directly and indirectly caused harm. Jorge and Doug discuss practical ways to set up Step 8 […]
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10/2/2018 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 59B: Caleb’s Testimony Continued
Doug interviews Caleb to hear about the redemption of his story and the clarity that came from recovery practices. They discuss the ups and downs of recovery and the process over perfection concept. Caleb’s testimony is a powerful message of the power of God in our lives. Listen to finds ways to utilize community to […]
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Doug interviews Caleb to discuss his journey through addiction. He discusses his early family life as well as his introduction to pornography and acting out template. He discusses family patterns, low points, and the darkness of his addiction. Check out Part B for the rest of the story to hear how Caleb found recovery. Email […]
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9/25/2018 • 0
Episode 58: Community Response, Motorcycles, and Poetry – Random Thoughts on Sex Addiction Recovery
Episode 58. Community Response, Motorcycles, and Poetry – Random Thoughts on Sex Addiction Recovery Doug talks about some different aspects of sex addiction recovery and trusting God in the process. He has two recordings from a listener that shared his thoughts/responses to a recent episode as well. Doug talks about how to utilize your right […]
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9/11/2018 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast #18 This Counseling Stuff Works?
Bonus Episode 18 – This Counseling Stuff Works My recovery has many components. Meetings, accountability, working the steps, reaching out to others, and …counseling?
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9/5/2018 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 57: I Get Drunk, We Stay Sober – Addiction Recovery in Community
Doug discusses the elements of community as they relate to recovery. We are stronger together, and there are elements of recovery that can only happen when we walk through them together. Please visit castimonia.org/podcasts for more information or links to the books referenced. As always, email us at puritypodcast@castimonia.org with any questions and/or comments! Thanks for […]
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8/14/2018 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast #17 Wounds
  Emotional wounds affect all of us.
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6/26/2018 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 56: #MeToo – How It Affects Sex Addicts
Doug discusses the Me too movement from the perspective of the addict. It can bring about feelings of guilt and shame as addicts have misused power and been guilty of objectification in our addictions. He discusses some ways to address how to fight against the pattern continuing in our lives and in society as a […]
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5/22/2018 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 55: Conversation About Finding Hope in Living Without Addiction
A listener calls in to talk with Doug about his take on choosing recovery and the hope that comes from living without addiction. Creating new patterns and new choices can be freeing, but there are still patterns of codependency and negative habits that will take time to work through. Listen in to find elements that […]
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4/25/2018 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast #16 Does This Stuff Actually Work?
The Promises state that we will realize God is doing for us what we can’t do for ourselves. Actually changing us. Does it work? For me
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4/17/2018 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 54: Clint’s Journey Home – A Novel About Sex Addiction
Dr. Milton Magness (A.K.A Roy Clinton) discuss his new writing endeavor which is a Western novel about sex addiction recovery. Dr. Magness highlights aspects of the book that are pulled from his extensive work with men and couples facing addiction. This includes the prevalence of multiple addictions, roadblocks in recovery, and tools of accountability. “Clint’s […]
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4/3/2018 • 0
Episode 52: Step 7 in Sex Addiction Recovery
tep seven – Jorge and Doug discuss how to best work Step 7. They discuss the importance of humility in the process of recovery and how difficult this step can be. Email us at puritypodcast@castimonia.org for more information, and remember that you are not walking on this road of recovery alone.
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3/6/2018 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast #15 Another Human Being
Episode 15 – Another Human Being Step five means admitting the exact nature of our wrongs to God, ourselves, and to another human being? Seriously? Another human being? You mean I have to do this again?
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2/20/2018 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 51: Seeing Clear in Sex Addiction Recovery
Episode 51 – Seeing Clearing in Sex Addiction Recovery Doug discusses how riding a hoverboard can be the same way that we approach life. He also discusses the importance of utilizing tools in our recovery walks. He looks at practical tools that we can use to meditate and focus on what God really wants for […]
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1/18/2018 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 50 (4Real!): I Am Right!
Episode 50 – I am right! Being confident as a way to hide sex addiction Doug discusses how “being right” was a mask to hide his weaknesses. Being known by others wasn’t possible because appearing right was more important. Doug talks about ways to look introspectively to overcome addiction and character defects. Learning to say […]
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11/10/2017 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast #14 Looking Deep
Step Four means looking deep into me. Way deeper than I ever imagined.
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9/26/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 50: Step 6 in Sex Addiction Recovery
Jorge and Doug discuss the practical steps in working Step 6. How do we take ownership in our recovery and still step aside for God to heal us? What does that look like? This is a difficult step, and it marks a major shift in our recovery as we now are taking ownership and creating […]
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9/12/2017 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast #13 Being Known
Being known feels dangerous and risky. Being known is terrifying. And being known is how God wants to use my story.
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8/31/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 49: Being Relational
Doug discusses the awkwardness of relationship when someone is going through a difficult time, and he gives some tips on how to live in the awkward parts of people’s storms of life. Being aware of emotions and finding relationship and connection is vital in recovery, so we are looking for ways to break the cycle […]
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8/15/2017 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast Episode #12
Enough with Intimacy Already! I am really getting weary of practicing intimacy. I suck at it. However, I keep getting more opportunities to practice.  
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5/30/2017 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast Episode #11
This is a month of milestones. Milestones of recovery and milestones of guilt. How do I recognize them both?
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5/11/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 47: Interview with Dr. Alexandra Katehakis – Certified Sex Addiction Therapist on Sexuality in Recovery
Dr. Katehakis weaves together her background as both a Sex Addiction Therapist and Sex Therapist to look for ways where those in recovery can find healthy sexuality again. She speaks on practical matters for couples in recovery as well as the importance of meditation and vulnerability. She is the Director of the Center for Healthy Sex which has a […]
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5/3/2017 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast Episode #10
Turning my life over to God was something I thought I did a long time ago. It’s the combination of turning my life AND will over to God that I missed…and am struggling with now.
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4/25/2017 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast Episode #09
Life in recovery is a Rollercoaster. The ups and downs are intense, terrifying, and rewarding.
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4/18/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 47 – Dealing With Challenges Sober – Sex Addiction Recovery
Doug discusses how the format and hosts of the podcast will be changing in the upcoming weeks and months due to personal challenges. He discusses how being sober will help deal with all aspects of life, including challenges. He gives motivation for how to face the world of problems and challenges by focusing on the […]
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4/11/2017 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast Episode #08
Intimacy means more than I imagine. All of the definitions are difficult to achieve!
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4/4/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 46: The Importance of Telling Your Story in Sex Addiction Recovery
Doug discusses the importance of telling your story in addiction recovery. It is a powerful way to become more connected and develop a stronger community. We learn to overcome our character defects, and we see how God can use our brokenness to benefit others. Doug discusses the practical ways to begin the process as well […]
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3/28/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 45: Overcoming Abandonment in Recovery
Doug discusses his character defect of Abandonment and how it can feel all-consuming at times. He discusses illustrations that point out the negative aspects of abandonment that can creep in without being aware. He also discusses practical ways to overcome fear and abandonment by being healthy emotionally and vulnerable in relationship. Please email us with […]
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3/21/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 44: Learning To Forgive Yourself – Sex Addiction Recovery
Jorge and Doug discuss the aspects of forgiveness in recovering from sexual addiction. They focus on the power of accepting the forgiveness of God through the power of Jesus on the cross. They focus on practical ways to separate forgiveness from forgetting, and how to use our memory of who we once were as a […]
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3/14/2017 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast Episode #07
Disclosure is the worst best day of my life. I know it is the worst day of my wife’s life. I can’t believe this is actually the right thing to do.
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3/10/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 43: Interview With Tony Ingrassia – Power of Purity
Tony is the founder of the “Power of Purity” ministries, and he is a fellow podcaster in the fight for sexual purity. This conversation highlights his story and the work that God has done in his life, ministry, and marriage. He talks about practical approaches to recovery and marriage. He gives a “real” and straight […]
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Jorge and Doug discuss how to work Step 5 in sex addiction recovery. They discuss the practical steps in confession to God, to yourself, and to another person. There is freedom in admitted all of our brokenness and still finding acceptance. They talk about resources at castimonia.org as well as other recovery tools. After working […]
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2/28/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 41: Interview with Dr. Milton Magness and Marsha Means Part 2
Marsha Means and Dr. Magness are co-authoring a new book that is designed to be a resource for therapist, addicts, spouses and family. Their new book “Real Hope/True Freedom: Understanding and Coping with Sex Addiction” is designed in a “FAQ” format to be a resource. In this podcast they discuss the book as well as […]
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2/21/2017 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast Episode #06
Preparing for Disclosure is terrifying. I can’t believe I am going to do this. I don’t know that I believe it will work or is worthwhile. Do I really need to do this? Am I not just hurting her more?
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2/17/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 40: Interview with Dr. Milton Magness and Marsha Means Part 1
Marsha Means and Dr. Magness are co-authoring a new book that is designed to be a resource for therapist, addicts, spouses and family. Their new book “Real Hope/True Freedom: Understanding and Coping with Sex Addiction” is designed in a “FAQ” format to be a resource. In this podcast they discuss the book as well as […]
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Part B – Chris walks through the second part of his testimony. We get to see what recovery tools became crucial to his healing. We appreciate his honesty and openess, and our hope is that we can all identify with areas of his story in a way that leads us to a better self. For […]
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Part A — Chris walks us through his life and his growing addiction to pornography. He is rigorously honest about the struggles in his life and the character defects that magnified those. He shares candidly patterns in his life that lead to broken thinking and false beliefs. We thank him for his story of how […]
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2/7/2017 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast Episode #05
Accountability means something different than I thought! My counselor made sure my accountability partners know how to hold me accountable. What does that look like for me?
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2/3/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 38: Living in the Present by Seeing the Future – Sex Addiction Recovery
Doug talks about the contrast of the “morning after” when in addiction vs in recovery. Learning to see the consequences of a choice when facing temptation is an important step in recovery. Learn some practical ways to enjoy the moment and sustain a better recovery by being intentional and real. If you need more information, […]
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1/31/2017 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast Episode #04
Joint counseling scared me. I had disclosed to my counselor but not my wife. I was afraid of how this would work. Would this be beneficial? Would my wife walk out? How would my counselor recommend we move forward? Join me as I enter this session and come out with a more clear direction of […]
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1/27/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 37: The Importance of Rest – Addiction Recovery talk with Nick Fouts of Cedar Rock Ministries
Nick Fouts is the co-founder of Cedar Rock Ministries that strives to teach people about how to incorporate rest into their lives. He has experience as a presenter, counselor, and he has served on the mission field in Africa. Nick and Doug discuss the importance of learning the discipline of rest. They discuss the dangers […]
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1/24/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 36: Working Step 4 – Sexual Conduct & Deep, Dark Secrets
Part D – Jorge and Doug discuss the next aspect of working Step 4 in sex addiction recovery. If you haven’t listened to steps 1-3, it may be a good idea to listen to episode 31 (Step 3), episode 20 (step 2), and episodes 9/10 (step one). Also parts A, B, and C of step four were released […]
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1/19/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 36C: Working Step 4 – Fears
Part C – Jorge and Doug discuss the next aspect of working Step 4 in sex addiction recovery. If you haven’t listened to steps 1-3, it may be a good idea to listen to episode 31 (Step 3), episode 20 (step 2), and episodes 9/10 (step one). Also parts A and B of step four were released […]
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1/17/2017 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast Episode #03
Isolating for me is easy. Changing that behavior is hard. Walk with me as I respond to challenges from my counselor to reach out to other men. I am trying to break out of isolation and move into building intimacy with other men and modeling that for a future relationship with my wife.  
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1/13/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 36B: Working Step 4 – Resentments
Part B – Jorge and Doug discuss the next aspect of working Step 4 in sex addiction recovery. If you haven’t listened to steps 1-3, it may be a good idea to listen to episode 31 (Step 3), episode 20 (step 2), and episodes 9/10 (step one). Also part A of step four was released […]
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1/12/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 36A: Working Step 4 – Introduction and Character Defects & Assets
Part A – Jorge and Doug discuss the overview of working Step 4 in sex addiction recovery. If you haven’t listened to steps 1-3, it may be a good idea to listen to episode 31 (Step 3), episode 20 (step 2), and episodes 9/10 (step one). In this podcast, they discuss how to not be […]
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1/10/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 35: Mark Laaser – A Whole New You
Dr. Mark Laaser of Faithful and True Ministries shares his story as the first podcast of 2017. He also shares practical advice from his practice about recovery practices. He emphasizes that men recover best in community and dealing appropriately with shame. Check out his resources as faithfulandtrue.com to see how to get his books and […]
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1/3/2017 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 34: Happy New Year – Finding the “New You” Out of Sex Addiction
Doug discusses some topics for focusing on the new year. How to walk in the freedom of God’s grace and your own recovery. We pray for blessing upon you and your family in 2017, and we look forward to an exciting year of guests, topics, and testimonies. Please email us at puritypodcast@castimonia.org for more information.
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12/27/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 33: Merry Christmas from Castimonia – Addiction Tools for the Holidays
Jorge and Doug talk about the upcoming holidays as well as two tools that are helpful in recovery. They discuss the importance of the season as well as difficulties for addicts during the holidays. They discuss the FANOS “check in” tool from Mark Laaser and the Smart Recovery ABC tool. For more information, please email […]
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12/20/2016 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast Episode #02
Meetings are an important part of entering into recovery. Beginning to integrate into a 12 step program is daunting. My experience was intimidating but rewarding. I didn’t know what to expect. Hopefully I can give you an overview of how it works and how to be open to building relationships. I am learning how to […]
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12/16/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 32: God Can Get Your Attention
Doug gives an example of a story he heard during his recovery that helped him realize that God is willing to go to any length to get our attention and purify us. Those methods might seem harsh at the on set, but they are ultimately an act of love. If you need information, or you […]
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12/13/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 31: Working Step 3
We made a decision to turn our lives and our wills over to the care of God, as we understood God. “Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:6-7) Step 1 we talked […]
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12/6/2016 • 0
Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast Episode #01
Of all the content we have posted on Castimonia.org, these read journal entries are some of the most powerful. Please take a few minutes to listen to these. I am a Christian and a sex addict. This is my Journal through Recovery as it happens. I will expand on my written journals and provide a […]
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Recovery is known for having a whole host of clichés that are passed around. Many are deep nuggets of wisdom buried inside an easy to remember saying. While some may seem trivial, they often have a deep truth to be explored. Jorge and Doug discuss many of the clichés found in recovery. Most have roots […]
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11/29/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 29: Giving Thanks for Addiction???
  Jorge and Doug discuss the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday in terms of recovery. Family and friends are not always easy to be around, but especially when dealing with recovery issues. They discuss travel plans as well as ways to handle in-laws. They also discuss the dangers of being alone, and they talk about some strategies […]
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11/22/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 28b: Mike and Sex Addiction – Testimony and Interview (Part B)
God wasn’t through with Mike in the midst of his addiction. He didn’t abandon Mike during his discovery. God walked with him and carried him through the pain to reach better days on the other side. Listen as Mike discusses the practical and supernatural ways that he found hope and freedom. Mike discusses the power […]
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11/17/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 28a: Mike and Sex Addiction – Testimony and Interview (Part A)
Mike takes us through his life’s story that walks us through his addiction story. His honest approach to the dark days in his past show the power that Satan can have over us. He talks about his youth as well as the slippery slope of his addiction. His progression into bondage of sexual sin is […]
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11/15/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 27: Frank Honess Interview – Sex and Pornography Addiction Podcaster
Frank has over 150+ podcasts recorded that are designed to help addicts and men find hope and freedom from the chains of sexual sin. He has a story that powerfully displays the way that sexual impurity can affect those around us. He speaks about the practical ways to find recovery as well as the pressure […]
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Jorge takes us through the second part of his story. He guides us through the steps he needed to find healing as well as long-lasting sobriety. It is possible to find healing from any addiction, and Jorge discusses some of the key elements that he needed to find help. For more information on how to […]
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11/3/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 26a: John’s Follow-up to Episode 14
John takes us through the hope portion of his recovery…how did his recovery start and what resources worked for him to find healing. Our new format will be set up to make all testimonies a 2-part series from now on to allow for us to hear and connect with the brokeness, and then connect with […]
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11/1/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 25: How Does God Talk To Us Today?
Sex Addiction can be a dark place. Pornography and lust can trap us in a dark pit. Hearing God or our Hgher Power can be difficult, but there are still ways. Andy and Doug discuss ways that God speaks to us today as well as practices to hear His voice more clearly. The sheep will […]
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10/25/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 24: Carol the Coach, Sex Addiction Expert, Psychotherapist, & CSAT
Carol the Coach is a sex addiction expert, psychotherapist, CSAT, and blog talk radio host. She is a life coach, and she has two podcast/blog talk radio programs. She was trained directly by Carnes, and she has a host of resources on her websites. She discusses the impact of addiction on spouses, the effect of […]
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10/18/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 23: The Three Circles of Sex Addicts Anonymous
Sex Addiction recovery relies on several tools that addicts can learn from. One of those is the intentional decision to look at all behaviors and categorize them. Certain behaviors are healthy, others are obviously sinful or dangerous, and other behaviors might not be “bad” but don’t lead us in a positive direction. Jorge and Doug […]
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Jorge walks through his story of early exposure to pornography and sexual abuse. He talks about the tie-ins to his addiction in adulthood, and his out of control lifestyle. He discusses his journey through a world of sex, power, and ego. He discusses finding true love and finding his hope in Christ who was waiting […]
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Doug utilizes his Celebrate Recovery testimony to share his struggle with pornography, lust, and sex addiction. He shares the history and foundation of his life that built pathways that developed into addiction. He highlights the negative choices that he made as well as the chaos of living in addiction. He shows the grace that others […]
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10/4/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 20: Step Two
We came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity. That is a powerful step in recovery after realizing how broken, powerless, and insane our behaviors were previously. Jorge and Doug discuss how to “work” the step and have it “work you.” They discuss what “Higher Powers” could mean, and […]
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9/27/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 19: Nate Larkin, Founder of Samson Society
Nate Larkin is the founder of the “Samson Society” and the author of “Samson and the Pirate Monks” (www.natelarkin.com and www.samsonsociety.com) He shares his powerful story as well as his involvement with the “I am Second” movement. His video testimony has taken his story to countless men that struggle in similar ways. He is dedicated […]
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9/20/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 18: Grace for the Addict
Ronnie Norman is the Senior Minister for the First Colony Church of Christ in Sugarland, Texas. He discusses his views of God’s amazing grace for all of us. He talks specifically of addiction and how grace is our undeserved gift from God, and how it is free, but not cheap. He shares his wisdom on […]
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9/15/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 17: Andy’s Testimony – A Spiritual Awakening for Pornography Addicts
Andy discusses the power of God in his life in finding healing from addiction to pornography. He discusses his childhood and life-long struggle with pornography and lust. He highlights the dangers that pornography brought to his life as well as the efforts used to try to stop over and over. He found healing and true […]
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9/13/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 16: Dr. Milton Magness – Stop Sex Addiction
Dr. Milton Magness is a leader in the fight against sex addiction, and he has developed a proven system for couples to find healing. He is the author of “Stop Sex Addiction,” and he is a known world-wide as a champion for the recovery process. In this podcast, he discusses his approach as well as […]
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9/6/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 15: Michael John Cusick – Sex Addiction Recovery Interview
Michael John Cusick is the author of “Surfing for God” which details his story and struggle with pornography and sexual addiction. He highlights the power of addiction within the chemicals of the brain based upon years of conditioning. His book highlights ways to breaks those patterns of behaviors to live a light fully in the […]
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John shares his life’s story in an honest and open way to help us see patterns in his life that we might identify with. He discusses his early exposure to life situations that were too mature for him and how that confuses his view of “reality.” We see the use of secondary addictions creep in […]
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8/23/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 13: Sex Addiction and Polygraphs…an interview with Stephen Cabler
Stephen Cabler is a nationally recognized polygrapher and a leader in the use of polygraphs with sex addicts. He has worked with literally 1000’s of men and women struggling with sexual purity as a means to help them find solid ground on which to stand with their spouses, family, friends, and themselves. He has training […]
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8/18/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 12: The Power of Lies – Learning to Tell the Truth and Nothing but the Truth
How do you know when an addict is lying? …. When his lips are moving! See why there is no addiction without lying, and how there is no recovery with truth. Jorge and Doug highlight the reasons that addicts use lies and how they originate in us as children. Once we are aware of this issue, we […]
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8/16/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 11: Pornography Addiction Help – www.pornknow.org
Pornknow.org is a group based in the Houston area that seeks to open up the barriers that prevent parents from engaging with their kids in conversations about porn. This podcast is an interview with the founder, Beau that captures his heart for the mission to get the message to all those who are suffering as […]
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8/9/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 10: Step One Continued
Step one takes a lot of work to look deeply into beginning change. We need to first see the true cost of our insane behavior, so we can begin to build a life free from sexual impurity. Learn how to find the true cost of our behaviors as well as what is meant by a […]
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8/4/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 9: Step One – Explanation, Examples, and How to Work the Step
Step one is the beginning of the journey of the 12-steps. Learn what it takes to break free of the denial and recognize our own insane behaviors. This is a 2-part series that is designed to help us see how we were powerless to change without help from our Higher Power. In this casual conversation, […]
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Episode 8. In this mini-podcast episode, Tim Mavergeorge and Doug discuss some great recovery books as resources for those seeking help and healing. Our spiritual path needs guidance from those that have gone before us, so they share a few resources that can be beneficial to those looking for something better. This list isn’t designed […]
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7/28/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 7: The Addiction Cycle Explained – How Can Anyone Act Like That? Can’t They Just Stop?
Episode 7. Tim Mavergeorge is a Christian counselor that manages the branches of the Houston Center for Christian Counseling, and he has extensive experience dealing with addictions and sexual compulsive behaviors. He is personal in his approach with each client, and he looks to find the root cause that is driving the medication. In this […]
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Episode 6. Sean walks us through his early years, addiction, progression, discovery, and recovery. It is a powerful story of the search for significance that can drive us all in the wrong direction. His honesty is inspiring, and it is evident that his openness and venerability are clearly helping him remain healthy and sexually sober. […]
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7/19/2016 • 0
Purity Podcasts Are Officially “On Air”
We are excited to have podcasts about sexual purity and sex addiction recovery hitting the “airwaves” weekly. Each Tuesday a new podcast episode is being released on a wide range of recovery topics. Our hope is it gives men an option of good recovery techniques when they are in the car, out of town for […]
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Podcast 5 Learning acceptance is a key to a healthy recovery as well as having healthy relationships. We can’t control others, and we must learn to accept ourselves for our faults and circumstances. Don’t let the Devil win by telling you that you are too far gone or that it is someone else’s fault! Join […]
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7/12/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 4: What is Sexual Purity?
Episode 4: What is sexual purity? Seems like an easy answer, but looking at how it takes a daily commitment makes it a much more challenging concept. But don’t lose hope! Purity is attainable, and it is worth the time and effort!
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7/5/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 3: Intimacy…Is that even possible with your clothes on?
Episode 3. Intimacy…Is that even possible with your clothes on? Men have a hard time being intimate because we have to be willing to recognize and share our emotions. Learn some practical strategies for becoming a person that doesn’t strive for sex as your greatest need!  
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6/28/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 2: Biblical Origins of the 12 Steps
Episode 2. This mini podcast is designed as a simple resource of the 12 steps and their Biblical origins. Here a brief history of the background of the 12 steps as well as have them read for you. Use this podcast often as a refresher for how to journey to sanctification.
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6/22/2016 • 0
Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 1: You Are Not Alone
Episode 1. You are not alone. Sexual purity is a tough assignment for a Christian male in today’s society. But just because you struggle or have fallen to sexual sin does not mean you can’t find hope and freedom in recovery. Listen to some others that are walking the road of recovery one step at […]
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