In today's episode of the Porn to Purpose Podcast, I sit down with Coach Yeadon to break down why the holiday season is one of the most dangerous times of year for men in recovery—not because of porn itself, but because of the disrupted routines, emotional pressure, family dynamics, late nights, and hidden pain that make us vulnerable long before a relapse ever happens. We talk openly about how the "middle circle" becomes a trap during Thanksgiving and Christmas, how fatigue and overwhelm quietly pull you off track, and why most slips start with being tired, stressed, or out of your normal rhythm. This conversation is about getting honest, preparing before triggers hit, staying committed to your core habits, and learning to course-correct quickly and gracefully instead of spiraling into shame. If you want to stay strong through the holidays, protect your integrity, and stay aligned with your recovery, this episode gives you the clarity and tools to do exactly that.

Top 10 Show Highlights:

[08:38] Matt explains the "middle circle" danger zone and why hanging out there long enough almost always leads to inner circle behaviors.
[09:36] They reveal how porn addiction often starts with simple drift—fatigue, overeating, staying up too late, or feeling emotionally overwhelmed.
[10:51] A powerful reminder: "We don't have a porn problem. We have a pain problem. Porn is the pill we take to manage the pain."
[12:19] The guys break down how skipping routines and habits lowers emotional resilience, making triggers harder to handle.
[14:28] Practical tools for planning ahead, managing urges, and interrupting patterns before they escalate.
[19:11] What to do when you've already "gone off the rails" and how to course-correct without shame.
[22:09] The importance of telling on yourself early and using visibility to break the power of secrecy.
[23:09] Simple reset strategies: movement, water, breath, environment change, and rest.
[24:31] Why checking in with community removes the emotional charge and brings clarity back online.
[25:36] How to extract the lesson from a slip, rebuild quickly, and return to self-compassion and accountability.

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EP 137: Danger Zones, Holiday Chaos, and Getting Back on Track

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