In this episode, Jim discusses what our kids are facing today and how we can help them by using the P.U.R.E. method -- Protected, Understood, Respected, and Educated. 99% of 12-15 year olds spend over 20 hours per week online Girls, ages 12 to 18, receive an average of 11 requests for nude photos EVERY NIGHT Teach your kids to ask themselves WWGT -- What Would Grandma Think?
Deacon John O'Maley joins Jim to discuss his new organization Parents Protecting Children. Listen as they discuss the vital role parents have today in protecting kids from online dangers. 1. Any device at any age actually puts kids at risk!2. There are approximately 20,000 Deacons in the US who can be mobilized to help educate parents3. You can work with your priest or deacon to launch this 10-step training in your parish today
Fr. Allen Hoffa joins Jim to discuss how relationships and spirituality are concretely linked according to God's design Relationships teach us how to love God and others Porn warps relationships, fosters lies about ourselves, and drives isolation The opposite of is addiction is connection
Jim is joined by Fr. Hoffa to explore how science and spirituality are intimately connected. In this episode, we discover how science and spirituality mutually support recovery and faith journeys. The answers we seek are often found in the intersection of science and faith 2. We need to bring back the value of sacrifice 3. You can't just pray away the struggle, we need the science also
Jim is joined once again by Karen and Chris from Pietra Fitness to discuss how working on the mind, the body and the spirit is crucial in recovery. Check out pietrafitness.com for more information. Addiction, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and more can all benefit from exercise and Catholic meditation It doesn't matter where you are physically, we all have to start somewhere Everyone benefits from working on themselves mind, body, and spirit – there are even more benefits if it is simultaneously!
Bree Solstad, former adult actress and producer, joins Jim on this week’s podcast. They discuss her journey from darkness to light and her conversion to the Catholic faith in this intriguing episode. Both the performer and consumer are trapped by porn Don't make the only time you talk to God when you need something Multiple experiences can make up your conversion journey
Jim is joined by speaker, author and founder of With All Your Heart Bob Kroll to discuss how our past wounds influences our lives, relationships and addictions particularly in the area of fatherhood. Past wounds drive behaviors and impact relationships There is no manual for fatherhood, but we need to stop perpetuating our past wounds with our kids As men we need to share our struggles with trusted men
Jim is joined by Michael Ciaccio, LPC, SATP, the founder of centerforhealingkc.org. They discuss what can be done to kickstart or get unstuck in our recovery efforts. Sometimes even in the middle of recovery, we need a kickstart again The more vulnerable we are with our feelings, the stronger temptation becomes. A kickstart workshop like the My House Retreat can help identify the deeper areas that need work
Utilizing exercise, stretching and prayer in your recovery journey is a valuable tool for success. In this episode, Jim talks with Karen Barbieri and Chris Mautino of Pietra Fitness to discuss why this program is a safe and effective alternative to yoga, which is recommended by so many clinicians today. For more info, visit www.pietrafitness.com God created us body, mind and spirit and He desires all of these areas to be healthy We are made as a "cathedral" for the Holy Spirit and need to build that foundation Yoga practices are ultimately detrimental to the Christian life but Pietra Fitness offers a healthy and safe alternative
WARNING for little ears! Be ready for a tough conversation! In this episode, Jim discusses the exponential increase in child-on-child sexual abuse and what we can do about it. There is hope and Jim outlines six easy tips for protection. 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys report having unwanted sexual experiences before the age of 18 Over 70% of these experiences are with another kid Porn plays a huge role in a child sexually acting out
In this episode, Jim draws upon scripture to help us understand God's desire for us to start anew and how we can utilize this incredible mercy and opportunity in our recovery journey. we can all be "A Man" after God's own heart just like David. God wants to create in us a new heart. We have all been prodigal children, let us embrace the Father and begin anew today.
WOW - We have just hit our 200th episode! Please join Jim, Fr. Hoffa and Dr. Kleponis as they discuss what we have learned together over the course of recording these 200 shows. We can talk about it It's not about sex! Research proves what the Church has been saying
SPECIAL EPISODE: Fr. Hoffa interviews with KATH910 AM Guadalupe Radio-North Texas. They discuss how the importance of talking about this difficult topic can bring the truth to light and can be transformative individually, as a parish, and for our society. Brought to you by St. Patrick's Catholic Community Dallas and Guadalupe Radio Network North Texas. Every single person is affected either directly or indirectly Porn is connected to so many facets of life We need to be able to stand against the rising tide of hypersexualization
Devin Schadt, author and speaker, joins Jim to discuss his book and Lenten resource Jesus' Way with four tips to make this your best Lent ever! 1. Know Jesus and become like Him 2. Embrace your purpose 3. When we aim at nothing, we hit nothing 100% of the time
Dr. Kleponis is joined by Cindy Dowling LMFT to discuss the wounds caused by betrayal trauma and their deep impacts on the relationship between spouses. The experts outline the how, the why and what we can do about it. Betrayal Trauma can be: Physical Emotional Financial
Fr. Allen Hoffa hosts this special episode to discuss how porn warps the marital act and the myths and misconceptions we as a Church need to address with His Commandments for marital intimacy. Stop looking for love in all the wrong places LOVE never uses another Mutual exchange is not only important, but it is also mandatory
In this episode, Fr. Hoffa outlines the damage pornography does to our bodies as well as the mind. From the neurobiology to the physiology, porn has an impact and Father explains it to us in straightforward direct language.
In this episode, Jim outlines why planning, goals and virtue development are so important in recovery. You'll learn why it's important to realize it's not just one thing but a change of mindset and focus on priorities and values that help you on the recovery journey. Takaways: Simple but not easy steps to building Integrity We need to turn failures into learning moments We need to shift our mindset from the default find the "easy" thing to finding the harder more beneficial thing
In this week’s podcast, Jim talks about the reality of New Year resolutions and how we can find success with them. Most resolutions are abandoned within 60 days! Capture it Make your resolutions concrete
Fr. Peter Hopkins, spiritual director and counselor, talks with Jim about his 33 years of working with couples and how God's plan is diametrically opposed to culture's version of marriage. They discuss the hierarchy: Keep a relationship with God first Respect and honor your state in life Don't neglect relationships with others