The Fastest Way to Quit Porn - What the Research Shows

I break down what the research actually says about quitting pornography—and why most men are approaching it the wrong way. I explore the real drivers behind porn use, including shame, secrecy, and emotional regulation. You’ll learn why willpower isn’t enough and what actually creates lasting change. If you’ve struggled to quit or reduce porn, this episode will give you a practical and research-backed path forward.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Introduction: The truth about porn and research01:28 - Why secrecy is the real relationship problem05:50 - How porn affects men vs women differently09:07 - The shame cycle and moral incongruence14:14 - Porn as emotional regulation16:40 - The 10-minute awareness practice17:45 - What actually works to quit porn22:10 - The 5-step strategy to reduce or quit***Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worthPick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | SpotifyFor more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram