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EPISODE · Mar 19, 2026 · 25 MIN

#151: Urge Surfing and Why You Don't Need More Willpower to Quit Porn (You Need This Instead)

from He Is Free: Practical Tools To Quit Porn For Good, Stop Watching Porn, Freedom From Porn · host Dan Johnson

Do you feel like your biggest problem on the freedom journey is that you just don't have enough willpower or self control? Have you ever white knuckled your way through an urge, only to eventually give in anyway and wonder what is wrong with you?In this episode, we're flipping the script on one of the most common beliefs in the porn struggle — that freedom requires more willpower and self control. We're going to break down why fighting against an urge is like trying to push back against a powerful ocean wave. You're going to learn about concept of urge surfing, and most importantly, discover the one ingredient you actually need to handle urges effectively. Spoiler: it has nothing to do with being stronger or more disciplined.After listening to this episode, you'll walk away understanding why willpower has been working against you, and the clarity about what to begin doing instead. Freedom does not have to be a struggle!Ready to stop fighting and start surfing? Download the free PATH Plan at heisfree.me/plan and begin practicing with your very next urge.

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