What We Really Want: Conversations About Connection
If it's true that "...the opposite of addiction is not sobriety...the opposite of addiction is connection," there are lots of people who need to discover what true, healthy connection looks like. Whether the struggle is with addiction, toxic relationship dynamics, or something else, we've all tried to meet our needs in some really unhealthy ways. Way too often, the things we run to for comfort leave us feeling even more disconnected and alone than before.
Through conversations about the many ways we can connect, this podcast offers an invitation to discover and start getting what we really want, so we can live the lives we were created for.
Awaken (awakenrecovery.com) helps men and women whose lives have been wrecked by unwanted/addictive sexual behaviors and sexual betrayal trauma. We hope the podcast will help not only those struggling sexually, but anyone who seeks healthier ways of finding connection.
Episodes
21 episodes
21 | Kristen Miele: Sex-Ed Reclaimed (Bonus Episode)
One of the best ways parents can prepare their kids to live healthy, connected lives is to be honest and open with them about important topics. Few topics are more important for parents to bravely engage than teaching their kids about sex. And ...
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Episode 21
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49:20
20 | Sam Jolman: Sexuality Always Lives in a Story
There are times when you know you're hearing/reading/experiencing something very important. That's how I felt as I read through Sam Jolman's book The Sex Talk You Never Got: Reclaiming the Heart of Masculine Sexuality.
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Episode 20
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55:45
19 | Shawn Bonneteau: A Healthy Skeptic of Life Being Good
When I think of Shawn, I sometimes have to remind myself we've never actually met in person. Shawn is the kind of person who's easy to get to know quickly. He is kind & curious, and also open & vulnerable.Shawn has a compelli...
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Episode 19
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45:31
18 | Ashley Chesnut: Sending Up a Test Balloon
Ashley Chesnut moved to Birmingham with a certain future in mind. Graduate from seminary, then get a job as a professor and/or Old Testament commentary writer. But you know what they say about "the best laid plans..."During her t...
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Episode 18
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49:24
17 | Betrayal Trauma Workshops (Bonus Episode)
What is a sexual betrayal trauma workshop? And why - if you are a woman going through the pain of having been betrayed by your husband/partner - should you consider attending one? In this BONUS episode, Greg & Stacey are joined by Pa...
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Episode 17
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47:33
16 | Tullian Tchividjian: Best Parts of God, Worst Parts of Me
Tullian Tchividjian is a name that elicits strong reactions from people, some positive and some negative. As the grandson of Billy Graham, he grew up in a family that was very familiar with public ministry. For years he has been a provoc...
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Episode 16
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1:10:07
15 | Gordon Bals: I Don't Think Those Tears Are Just Mine
Gordon Bals has a bit of a reputation around Birmingham Alabama. Many people have referred to him as "that counselor who cries with you." I can't think of too many higher compliments a person could receive.Gordon founded Daymark Pastora...
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Episode 15
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50:46
14 | You Just Might Find You Get What You Need (Bonus Recap Episode)
Whether you're just discovering the podcast now, or have been listening since the very beginning, this episode is for you! We're giving you a bonus that recaps the first 13 episodes we've released so far. Covering experiences like recovery, hon...
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Episode 14
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30:08
13 | Nate Larkin: Special But Not Unique
When people tell stories of early recovery, and talk about special individuals whose help and presence was indispensable, there may be no name that comes up more often than Nate Larkin. Literally thousands of men can say they've sat acro...
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Episode 13
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55:37
12 | Sharon Hersh: Change is Seldom Spectacular
We're really excited to welcome a guest who has been really helpful and influential in our lives, even though we'd never met before the podcast interview. Sharon Hersh is a therapist and author, whose book The Last Addiction: Why Self-Help ...
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Episode 12
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57:09
11 | Michael John Cusick: The Light is Brighter Than it Seems
For men and women seeking recovery from unwanted sexual behavior, few people have been as influential or helpful as Michael John Cusick. Greg, Stacey, and Bobby all share some of our experiences with how Michael's book and podcast have been inv...
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Episode 11
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49:38
10 | Drew Boa: Calling Out the Treasure
Anyone who has interacted with Drew Boa knows he's a very special man. Drew loves people, and he has a gift for helping people realize how valuable they are. Some people's encouragement involves empty platitudes. Others give back-door ad...
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Episode 10
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48:37
09 | Two Different Versions of Me (Bonus Story Episode)
I'm really grateful to be able to share this conversation I had recently with my friend Darren. He is an alumnus of the Roots Retreat, and for the past several years has been actively growing in freedom and recovery from sexual addiction.
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Episode 9
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43:01
08 | Steve Brown: God's Not Mad at You
Greg & Bobby have a conversation with one of their spiritual heroes. Steve Brown has been a pastor, a seminary professor, an author, and a radio host, among other things. Other than his rich, deep, booming voice, probably the best known thi...
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Episode 8
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41:40
07 | Jill Gullahorn: Trust the Process
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Episode 7
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54:41
06 | Adam Calvert, James Horne, Jason McNaughton: Recovery Intensives
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Episode 6
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46:53
05 | Isaac Adams: Honesty is the Oxygen
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Episode 5
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53:06
04 | Phil Herndon: The Language of Connection & Attachment
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Episode 4
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51:50
03 | Andy Gullahorn & Gabe Scott: Clap, Snap, High Five
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Episode 3
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1:09:39
