{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Pure Victory Podcast","title":"264. Tough Topic Series: Should I Tell Them? Navigating Porn Use in Dating","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/007eca03\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":728,"description":"Welcome to episode #264! 🎙️ Pure Victory Podcast: Tough Topic Series- Should I Tell Them? Navigating Porn Use in DatingThis week kicks off a brand-new Tough Topics series, diving into real, honest questions around porn recovery and relationships. Today’s conversation tackles a big one: Should you tell someone you’re dating about your porn use?The answer isn’t just yes or no—it depends on where you’re at in your journey. This episode walks through how to assess your readiness for dating, why secrecy destroys intimacy, and how to approach disclosure with wisdom, honesty, and courage. If you’re navigating dating while pursuing freedom, this is a must-listen.Key TakeawaysStart with honesty about your own journey – Are you actively pursuing healing, or trying to manage things alone? If you’re not getting help, dating may need to wait – Hidden struggles eventually surface and can deeply hurt others. Healing requires exposure, not secrecy – Freedom grows in community, accountability, and honesty. Don’t overshare too early—but don’t wait too long – The goal is timely, thoughtful disclosure. Take responsibility, not just intention – Share from a place of action and growth, not vague promises. You don’t decide readiness alone – Invite wisdom from mentors, counselors, or trusted community. A relationship won’t fix your struggle – Healing starts with God, not a partner. Scriptural Highlight1 John 1:7 – “But if we walk in the light, as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another…”Living in the light—through honesty and openness—creates the foundation for real connection. Secrecy leads to distance, but truth invites intimacy and healing.Action StepsDo a personal check-in: Ask yourself honestly—am I pursuing real healing, or hiding and managing? Build your support system: If you’re not already, step into accountability through a group, mentor, or counselor. Seek wise counsel: Talk to trusted people in your life about whether you’re ready to date. Plan your...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/SM07jDQoBak0gaIu6sKyeL647WeL6VeCJcQrcxfsMAw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9hMDAz/YjM3NDJjN2Y4MTI4/MzhkODQzOTllYWVm/MDVhNS5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}