Most men don't have a porn problem — they have a pain problem. In this episode, Michael Kamber talks with licensed professional counselor Bryan Purcell about what's really happening underneath compulsive and destructive sexual behavior. Bryan introduces the idea of "misery stabilizers" — how pornography works as a way to escape or avoid painful experiences like anxiety, loneliness, shame, and boredom. This isn't about trying harder. It's about understanding the function of the behavior, seeing the person behind it, and learning to notice an urge without acting on it — so you can choose a life that aligns with your faith and values. They also talk honestly about the unique struggles pastors and church leaders face: the pressure to have it all together, the isolation, and the church systems that too often reinforce secrecy instead of healing. Bryan's closing encouragement is worth the whole episode: You are not your behavior. You are not your thoughts, feelings, or urges. There's a space between the trigger and the reaction — and that space is where your freedom lives. If you're in Bryan's area of Northern Kentucky and want to work with him, his contact info is at https://bryanpurcellcounseling.com

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Quit Porn | Restoration Soul Care helps men get past willpower and behavior management to the root — the pain, pressure, and disconnection underneath the pattern. Hosted by Michael Kamber and Nick Buda.

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→ Take the free Pressure Assessor and find out what's actually driving your pattern: https://rscky.com/pressure

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→ Work with Michael, 1-on-1 or in a group: https://rscky.com

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