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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A year of sobriety can bring a painful surprise: your marriage and relationships may feel worse, not better. In this conversation, Tryan Stutes—whose recovery counseling work grew from his own lived experience—explains why abstinence alone can’t repair betrayal, and how fear and pride can keep men defensive even when they know they’ve caused harm. 
We talk about the shift from remorse to empathy, what it means to hold space for a partner’s pain without trying to fix or minimize it, and why honest, consistent action matters more than recovery knowledge alone. Tryan also shares practical signs that a man may be resisting repair—and why patience and accountability still leave room for hope. 
To learn more about Tryan and his resources, visit TrueWarriorInside.com.
Topics Covered in this Episode:
Building a foundation for recovery from compulsive sexual behaviors before attempting relationship repair.
The role of vulnerability, self-awareness, trust, and commitment to the recovery process.
Common barriers to change, including fear, shame, pride, defensiveness, and resistance.
Why sobriety alone does not repair a relationship or rebuild trust.
Moving from remorse and intellectual understanding toward empathy, compassion, and emotional presence.
Learning to listen to a partner’s pain without minimizing, fixing, or becoming defensive.
Exploring childhood wounds and protective patterns through Internal Family Systems and core-belief work.
The ups and downs of relational repair, and the importance of patience, accountability, and transparency.
Offering hope for rebuilding a relationship through sustained effort, honesty, and authenticity.

More Resources:
Formal Therapeutic Disclosure
Help Her Heal Men's Empathy Workshop
Gateway to Freedom Intensive for Men
Related Podcasts:
How to Help Your Spouse Heal from Your Affair
Three Principles Every Husband Can Use to Grow Emotionally and Spiritually
Maxims that Help Us Go Beyond Sobriety in Recovery

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In this episode of Family Time, I sit down with Norma Q-Brown, our Family Care Director, to wrap up our three-part series on "A Parent's Response Matters." We explore the final two letters of the RESPOND acronym: N for Nearness over Neglect, where Norma shares how small daily moments build lasting connection with our kids, and D for Divine Perspective over Diluting Truth, reminding us to speak biblical truth with love and gentleness. 
Norma leaves parents with this encouragement: start where you are, embrace imperfection, and keep pursuing closeness with your children.
*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.
Topics Covered in this Episode:
Importance of a parent's response in shaping children's development.
The acronym RESPOND as a framework for effective parenting.
Focus on "N" for Nearness over Neglect: building closeness with children.
Signs of neglect and the impact of dismissive behavior on relationships.
Strategies for fostering connection through daily interactions and open-ended questions.
Emphasis on micro moments as opportunities for meaningful engagement.
Focus on "D" for Divine Perspective over Diluting Truth: communicating biblical truths with love.
The balance between truth and love in parenting discussions.
Encouragement for ongoing conversations about difficult topics.
The overall goal of creating a safe environment for children to share and learn.

Resources for Next Steps:
Honest Talk | The Game
Personal Ministry Consultation for Parents
Critical Conversations Online Course (FREE)

RESPOND VS. REACT REMINDERS
R - Respond over React
E - Engage over Evade
S - Sincerity over Silence
P - Patience over Punitive
O - Opportunity over Obstacle
N - Nearness over Neglect
D - Divine Perspective over Diluting Truth
Part 1 covers R-E, Part 2 covers S-P-O, and Part 3 (this episode) covers N-D
Download a FREE 1-page PDF with the RESPOND infographic

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In this episode, I sit down with Joel Morgan, author of Breaking the Chains of the Emotional Void Syndrome. Joel shares his powerful personal journey growing up without his father in Ghana and how that absence shaped his emotional struggles. He unpacks "Emotional Void Syndrome" — an invisible yet heavy spiritual and emotional brokenness affecting countless people, even within the church. 
We explore healing through acknowledgment, forgiveness, and inviting God into our pain. Joel also challenges the church to create safer spaces for healing. 
To learn more about Joel and get his book, visit Joel-Morgan.com.
Topics Covered in this Episode:
Personal experiences of emotional brokenness and childhood challenges.
Definition and exploration of "Emotional Void Syndrome."
Impact of absent parental figures on emotional development.
The role of forgiveness and self-acceptance in healing.
Spiritual dimensions of emotional voids and their effects on individuals.
The influence of evil forces on emotional struggles and spiritual growth.
Signs and symptoms of emotional void syndrome.
The importance of acknowledging emotional wounds for healing.
Critique of the church's role in addressing emotional and spiritual needs.
Steps for individuals to take towards healing and inviting God into their lives.

More Resources:
Breaking the Chains of the Emotional Void Syndrome by Joel Morgan
Gateway to Freedom Intensive for Men
Untangling Emotions* by Groves and Smith
Related Podcasts:
A Biblical Framework for Emotions
Reframing Recovery as Emotional Regulation
Intimacy Avoidance in Men (with Dr. Matt Burton)

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In this episode, Stephen Cervantes, also known as "Doctor Marriage," and I explore how we show up in conversations. We dive into four common response styles: 
The fixer
The negative interpreter
The positive reframer
The curious listener. 

Stephen and I agree that staying genuinely curious, rather than rushing to solve or judge, creates deeper connection and safety in dialogue. We also reflect on personal growth and what it means to "lay down your life" in faith. It's a personal, honest conversation full of practical insights for anyone wanting to communicate better!
For daily insights from Stephen, visit DoctorMarriage.org.
Topics Covered in this Episode:
Importance of communication in conversations
Different conversational roles: fixer, negative interpreter, positive reframer, curious listener
The significance of curiosity in dialogue
The impact of emotional responses on conversation flow
Personal growth and spiritual themes related to self-reflection
The concept of "laying down your life" in a Christian context
The role of safety in fostering open dialogue
The distinction between skepticism and cynicism in conversations
Encouragement to practice curiosity and deep listening
The transformative power of understanding and connection in relationships

More Resources:
Be More Curious (blog post)
40 Days to Oneness by Stephen Cervantes
Find a Counselor
Related Podcasts:
Breaking Down Barriers: The Art of Active Listening
3 Skills to Transform Your Life
9 Questions to Encourage Deeper Conversation and Connection

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In this episode, we welcome back Andrew Arthur, founding partner of Genesis Christian Mediation, to explore the powerful topic of forgiveness. Andrew shares his "four spaces of forgiveness" framework, breaking down the key differences between forgiveness, trust, and reconciliation. 
Drawing from his personal journey through divorce and professional experience, he challenges the transactional forgiveness model many of us grew up with. We discuss how true forgiveness begins internally with God, independent of the other person's response, and how reconciliation requires consistent change from both parties. This is a rich, hope-filled conversation for anyone navigating broken relationships! 
To learn more about Andrew and his resources, visit GenesisChristianMediation.com.
Topics Covered in this Episode:
The concept of forgiveness in the context of broken or struggling relationships.
The "four spaces of forgiveness" framework developed by Andrew Arthur.
Distinctions between forgiveness, trust, and reconciliation.
The limitations of a transactional model of forgiveness.
The importance of inner work with God before seeking reconciliation with others.
The process of understanding and addressing personal pain in forgiveness.
The role of trust in rebuilding relationships after hurt or trauma.
The significance of consistent actions in the rebuilding of trust.
The challenges and requirements for true reconciliation between individuals.
Resources for further learning about forgiveness and mediation in relationships.

More Resources:
Mediation Services to resolve conflict
Thinking About Separating? 6 Things to Consider
A Lover Repents (A Husband Confesses His Sin)
Related Podcasts:
Conflict Management for Marriages Healing from Betrayal
Best Practices for a Successful Therapeutic Separation
The 7 Steps of Forgiveness

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