How Does Generational Trauma Impact Recovery from Porn Addiction?

PSR Podcast is a listener supported outreach of Be Broken Ministries. Partner with us through giving at BeBroken.org/donate. Thank you for your support!----------In this episode, I sit down with Sam Black to explore the fascinating and deeply personal topic of generational trauma and its connection to addiction recovery in men. Sam shares his own journey with pornography addiction and how it led him to investigate patterns passed down through families. We dive into compelling scientific research — including studies on worms and mice — that mirrors what Scripture has long taught about inherited brokenness. We also discuss practical tools like self-awareness, emotional regulation, and empathetic parenting to help break these cycles and create lasting healing for future generations. To learn about some of the recovery resources provided by CovenantEyes, visit CovenantEyes.com. (And if you’d like to try out CovenantEyes free for 30 days, use promo code bebroken when you subscribe.)Topics Covered in this Episode:Generational impact and traumaRecovery from addiction, specifically pornography addictionTransmission of trauma and behaviors across generationsEnvironmental and relational factors in trauma inheritanceScientific research on trauma and learned behaviors in animalsImportance of addressing trauma at emotional and subconscious levelsSelf-awareness, emotional regulation, and attunement as recovery toolsBarriers men face in engaging with deeper recovery processesThe role of parenting styles in passing down traumaEncouragement for seeking healing and support in recovery journeysMore Resources:Victory App by CovenantEyesGateway to Freedom 3-Day Intensive for MenFind a GroupRelated Podcasts:Why We Stay Stuck and How to Move ForwardHow Early Developmental Trauma Shapes Addiction & RelationshipsGod's Design for Emotional Growth and Sexuality----------Please rate and review our podcast: Apple and SpotifyFollow us on our Vimeo Channel.