84. The Hard Truth About Pornography, with Christian Stanley

This conversation with Christian Stanley, a missionary in the fight against sex trafficking, delves into the critical issue of pornography exposure among children and teenagers, emphasizing the importance of open communication between parents and their kids. The discussion highlights alarming statistics regarding exposure rates, the role of technology in facilitating access, and the need for proactive measures to prevent addiction. The speakers share personal experiences and strategies for fostering healthy conversations about sexuality and internet safety, while also addressing the challenges of addiction and the importance of accountability. Resources and tools for parents are provided to help navigate these complex issues effectively. This episode is the second in a two-part series with Christian Stanley about Internet safety. Be sure to listen to Episode 83 of The Faithful Fatherhood Podcast for the first episode, which focuses more on online predators and how we can protect our kids. Topics discussed include: 00:00  Introduction and Context Setting 02:53  Understanding the Statistics of Pornography Exposure 05:49  The Importance of Open Conversations with Kids 08:51  The Role of Technology in Exposure 11:51  The Impact of Pornography on Relationships 14:56  Strategies for Prevention and Protection 17:47  Addressing Addiction and Seeking Help 20:32  The Role of Parents in Guiding Conversations 23:41  Final Thoughts and Resources About Our Guest Christian Stanley is a missionary in the fight against human trafficking. He felt the call of missions at the age of 14 while on a missions trip in Sucua, Ecuador. Coming back from that trip, he prayed for years asking God to reveal what he was to specifically do. When Christian was 18, God broke his heart over the issue of human trafficking. He made a commitment then that he continues to uphold in fighting for the missing, hurting, and exploited. Christian lives in Alabama with his wife, Rachel, and their young son. You can connect with Christian on social media: @thestanleysmissions You can learn more about The Stanleys and support their ministry, here: https://beacons.ai/thestanleysmissions Resources Here are the resources discussed in this episode to learn more about this important issue and take the necessary actions to protect your kids. Get various links including a 20% discount on the Ever Accountable app and a Free Month of Bark, here: https://beacons.ai/thestanleysmissions Pure Life Ministries provides counseling programs and teaching materials for helping people deal with sexual addiction Read: Atomic Habits, by James Clear A Dose of Motivation “If your eye causes you to stumble, gouge it out and throw it away.” — Jesus (in Matthew 18:9) Connect with us: Watch more great content on our YouTube Channel Follow us on Instagram Questions? Comments? Ideas for future episodes? Reach out to us at [email protected] Music in this episode is from "Good Ol' Man" (©2022) by Drew Green and reproduced with permission from Drew Green.