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 approacha…
The Sex Addiction, Pornography, and Sexual Purity podcast from Castimonia.org has been a pivotal part of my journey toward sexual purity for the past three years. The tagline "You are not alone" truly rings true as this podcast has provided me with a sense of community and support. I am incredibly grateful to Doug and Jorge for their dedication to helping others on their path to recovery.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the wealth of knowledge and testimonies shared by Doug and Jorge. They offer valuable insights into addiction in general, as well as strategies for overcoming specific challenges related to sex addiction. The episodes are filled with practical advice and guidance that have helped me better understand my addiction and take steps towards healing.
Additionally, I appreciate the transparency and honesty displayed by Doug and Jorge. They share their own personal experiences with addiction, which makes them relatable and authentic guides on this journey. Their willingness to be vulnerable creates a safe space for listeners to connect with their own struggles and find solace in knowing they are not alone.
It is difficult to find any negative aspects to this podcast, as it has been an invaluable resource for me. However, one minor criticism could be that there could be more frequent updates or releases of new episodes. Nevertheless, I understand that creating quality content takes time and effort.
In conclusion, I cannot express enough gratitude for The Sex Addiction, Pornography, and Sexual Purity podcast from Castimonia.org. It has played a vital role in my recovery from sex addiction by providing support, knowledge, and inspiration. Doug and Jorge have created an incredible platform that offers hope to those struggling with sexual purity issues. This podcast is highly recommended for anyone seeking guidance on their journey towards healing and freedom.
In this episode of The Purity Podcast, Chris introduces the Transformational Recovery Matrix. Chris created this powerful tool to help men identify where they are in their recovery journey and how to move toward true, Christ-centered transformation. Whether you're feeling stuck, just going through the motions, or longing for deeper freedom, this episode will give you […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 120: The Transformational Recovery Matrix appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
What could stop you from becoming the man God has called you to be? In this personal episode, Chris explores the potential obstacles on the path to purity and integrity, driven by his commitment to recovery from past unfaithfulness and sexual addiction and his relentless pursuit of God, his wife, and his kids. We’ll examine […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 119: Relentless Pursuit: What Could Stop You? appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
Today on Episode 18, Chris has the privilege of interviewing Robert Switala. Robert is an engineer by trade turned Licensed Mental Health Counselor. He is the owner of Mindview Mental Health Counseling. Chris invited Robert to join the podcast today when he introduced me to his Vowel Principle. He's gonna talk us through the importance […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 118: Robert Switala Interview appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
The holidays can bring joy and celebration, but they can also amplify struggles—whether it's stress, loneliness, or old habits trying to creep back in. But here's the good news: Christmas isn't about surviving; it's about thriving through the renewal, strength, and freedom Christ offers us. In this episode, we'll explore practical, Christ-centered steps to guard […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 17 – Purity Podcast Holiday Edition appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
On today's episode, Chris is joined by Deborah Schiller and Erick, where Erick will share his journey from an early childhood porn addiction that escalated into child sexual abuse images and his ultimate arrest. Deborah, has a Master of Science in Counseling, is a Licensed Professional Counselor, and Certified Sexual Addiction Therapist, and she's here […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 16 – Interview with Deborah Schiller and Erick appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
On the Purity Podcast today, Chris discusses theology as recovery with Mike. Mike is a regular recovery guy like you and me. He approached me with this topic as a result of his growth in recovery when he discovered that while books on recovery are fantastic and help change our behavior, we are missing out […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 15 – Theology as Recovery appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
Today I'm interviewing Chelsea and Layton Boovie of liberator podcast. Chelsea and Layton are on mission to help couples understand the impact of pornography and equip those couples to find restoration in their marriages. To learn more about Chelsea and Layton and their resources, go to liberatorpodcast.com. Through their podcast and mission, you will find […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 13 – Chelsea and Layton Boovie of Liberator Podcast appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
Today Chris tackles a sensitive topic with the help of Kelton and Lynson. Today we're exploring a topic that's close to the hearts of many but can be difficult to discuss—same-sex attraction. I know this subject can be deeply personal and complex, touching on issues of identity, acceptance, and love. Our goal is to create […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 13 – Kelton and Lynson appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
Remember that on this path of recovery, you are not walking alone. The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 12 – Developing a Recovery Plan appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
In today’s episode, Chris takes a break from sobriety and recovery topics to discuss the most important thing regarding sobriety and recovery…a relationship with Jesus Christ. Chris's brother will be in Paris for about 10 days with International Sports Chaplains street witnessing using a “Salvation Pin” they will give out for free. The pin comes […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 11 – Salvation Pin appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
Remember that on this path of recovery, you are not walking alone. The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 10 – Chrisdom, Part 2 appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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I'm interviewing The Purity Coach, Steve Etner. He has a point of purity program that will equip and train you in how to overcome porn addiction. His plan is Bible based and Christ centered, and he can help you create a strategic plan for ongoing purity. To learn more about Steve and the coaching he […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 8 – Steve Etner Interview appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
Found yourself in a place you never thought you'd be? The shame and hopelessness sexual addiction and compulsive sexual behaviors can ignite are real…but there is hope. Today Chris talks about how he entered recovery and reached sobriety early on. The difference between behavioral change and heart change, what steps he took early on, and […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 7 – The Road to Recovery appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
Today I'm excited to interview Dan Johnson from New Paths. I recently listened to Dan's podcast and was blown away by his simple, yet profound method for how he stopped watching porn. Grab a pen and paper or open up your favorite note-taking app to capture this method. We might as well call Dan the […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 6 – Dan Johnson Interview appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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Jorge joins Season 8 for the first time to talk about Healthy Sexuality. The conversation (that involved a lot of editing, lol) is designed to help men understand what healthy sexuality looks like and steps needed to help move from unhealthy sexuality into healthy sexuality. Because of our addiction, we have taken sexuality and distorted […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 4 – Healthy Sexuality appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
In Episode 3 Chris interviews Mark Denison to talk about his new book, Recovery Rules. In his book Mark gives 100 crazy awesome rules to a healthy recovery. We touch on several of the rules, talk about the difference between sobriety and recovery, and close with what I call your “go-to story.” Mark shocked me […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 3 – Mark Denison Interview appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 2 – Thomas Berry Interview appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Season 8 Episode 1 appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 100: Time for a new Chapter – Remember the light! appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 99: Do you want to get well? appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 98: The Lord’s Prayer and how it applies to sex addiction recovery appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 97B: Thomas’s testimony part B appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 97A: Thomas’s testimony part A appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 96: White Noise – How to face addiction recovery head on! appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 95B: Chris’s Testimony Part B appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 95A: Chris’s Testimony Part A appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 94:Notes from Doug's iPhone appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
Change is traumatic, chaotic. It fed my addict. Its something prior to recovery that I depended on. The post Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Episode #24 Change is…Chaotic appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 93: The New Man podcast with Jorge and Doug appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 92B: Kenneth’s Sexual Addiction Testimony Part B appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 92A: Kenneth’s Sexual Addiction Testimony – Part A appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 91: Interview with Christopher Bueker appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 90: You See What You Want to See appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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. The post CASTIMONIA PURITY PODCAST EPISODE 89: Step 12 and Spiritual Awakenings appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 88B: Ian’s Testimony part B appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 88A: Ian’s Testimony part A appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 87B: Patrick’s Testimony part B appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 87A: Patrick’s Testimony part A appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 86: Step 11 in Sex Addiction Recovery appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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. The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 85: Step 10 in Sex Addiction Recovery appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 84: War, Grit, and Lust appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 83: Loneliness, Fishing Lures, and Animal Skins appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 82: Interview with Joe Dallas – The Game Plan appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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. The post Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast #23: The Perfect Storm appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 81: Staying Calm in the COVID-19 Chaos appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 80: Finding Serenity in Sex Addiction Recovery appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 79: Eddie Capparucci – Going Deeper – Inner Child Work in Sex Addiction Recovery appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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? The post Journal Through Recovery – Bonus Podcast #22: God, How Could You? appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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 […] The post Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 78b: Sam’s Testimony Part B appeared first on CASTIMONIA.
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