379 - Trace the Slip: Using Toyota's 5 Whys To Improve Your Recovery

Back for year 6! The Porn Free Radio Podcast Network presents the 2026 NFL Preview Show with Vern Tompke, Aaron W., Sam Dobschuetz, Matt Dobschuetz, and introducing new panel member, Braiden G. As always, we have a lot of football banter mixed with some rich recovery nuggets along the way. If you're not an American football fan, you might just be after you listen to this episode! Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/380   PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery:   Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear   Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreebook.com   Join a REV Group http://recoveredman.com/rev   1-on-1 Coaching with Matt Dobschuetz https://recoveredman.com/coaching

In this episode, we discuss using the "Five Whys" technique, a problem-solving method inspired by the Toyota Production System, to trace recovery missteps back to their core root causes. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/379   PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery:   Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear   Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreebook.com   Join a REV Group http://recoveredman.com/rev   1-on-1 Coaching with Matt Dobschuetz https://recoveredman.com/coaching  

In this episode, we use a metaphor from the 2017 film Get Out to examine how disconnection and dissociation trap us. Our goal is to reclaim ownership in our life and stay fully present in every scene. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/378   PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery:   Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear   Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreebook.com   Join a REV Group http://recoveredman.com/rev   1-on-1 Coaching with Matt Dobschuetz https://recoveredman.com/coaching

In this episode, we look at the surprising idea that it takes less work to succeed than to fail.  You'll learn why a systematic approach to your recovery requires less energy than failing through random effort and wasted steps. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/377 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery:   Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear   Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreebook.com Join a REV Group http://recoveredman.com/rev   1-on-1 Coaching with Matt Dobschuetz https://recoveredman.com/coaching

Dr. Eddie Capparucci joins Porn Free Radio to discuss how childhood wounds often drive problematic sexual behaviors. Discover how to identify core emotional triggers and use the "what I feel versus what is real" tool to counter shame-based lies. Get a free copy of Eddie's "20 Emotional Regulation Techniques." To receive this resource, email [email protected]. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/376 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery:   Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear   Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreebook.com Join a REV Group http://recoveredman.com/rev   1-on-1 Coaching with Matt Dobschuetz https://recoveredman.com/coaching

Noah Filipiak from The Flip Side podcast returns to Porn Free Radio. We discuss codependency, resentment, developing a secure sense of self, and reclaiming "brain space" from porn-use. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/375   PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery:   Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear   Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreebook.com   Join a REV Group http://recoveredman.com/rev   1-on-1 Coaching with Matt Dobschuetz https://recoveredman.com/coaching //

Matt Dobschuetz and Vern Tompke, from the Finding Traction podcast, discuss ten "tipping point" ideas for 2026. The conversation highlights 10 actionable strategies used by Matt's coaching clients in their Porn Free plans.    Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/374   PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery:   Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear   Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreebook.com   Join a REV Group http://recoveredman.com/rev   1-on-1 Coaching with Matt Dobschuetz https://recoveredman.com/coaching

Matt is joined by Michael Leahy from Bravehearts to explore the complexities of AI (artificial intelligence.) The guys review a list of pros and concerns generated by Matt's AI assistant, Cal. Matt then shares his own pros and concerns about AI in recovery—including the benefit of "agentic support" and the concern that the technology will enable further isolation. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/373 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery:   Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear   Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreebook.com Join a REV Group http://recoveredman.com/rev   1-on-1 Coaching with Matt Dobschuetz https://recoveredman.com/coaching //

In the episode, Matt answers a listener question about whether tightly restricted boundaries and rules make cravings worse. The answer surprised even Matt. Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/372 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery:   Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear   Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreebook.com Join a REV Group http://recoveredman.com/rev   1-on-1 Coaching with Matt Dobschuetz https://recoveredman.com/coaching

What we believe about our current situation can keep us stuck. But here's the truth: the way we interpret events is a habit. On this episode, I'm sharing a powerful tool from Master Coach Chris Dorris: his mental toughness mantra, "Live Above the O-Line." Get the full show notes here: https://recoveredman.com/371 PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 4 ways I can help you in your recovery:   Porn Free This Year (Free video course) http://recoveredman.com/thisyear   Buy the book, Porn Free by Matt Dobschuetz http://pornfreebook.com Join a REV Group http://recoveredman.com/rev   1-on-1 Coaching with Matt Dobschuetz https://recoveredman.com/coaching