Silence is a prison. Renewal is freedom. In this episode, Matt dives into the battle men face with mental health. This episode will talk about the stigma, explore the neuroscience of resilience, and anchor hope in scripture’s promise of transformation.

Key Takeaways:

• Silence vs. confession: why speaking truth heals the brain
• Renewing the mind through scripture and neuroplasticity
• Practical recovery strategies rooted in faith and accountability

📖 Scripture References: Psalm 34:17, Romans 12:2, Philippians 4:6–7

🧠 Neuroscience Insights: Stress hormones, brain rewiring, mindfulness, and prayer

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Join Matt, a certified SADL leader through The Freedom Fight, as he exposes how pornography hijacks your brain’s reward system, rewires your neural pathways, and traps you in cycles of shame and secrecy. We unpack how pornography hijacks the brain’s reward system, why it creates compulsive patterns similar to drug addiction, and how science and scripture together reveal a path to freedom.We’ll explore:- The neuroscience of dopamine and habit formation- How addiction impacts decision-making and relationships- The spiritual consequences of pornography- Practical steps for renewal and healing in ChristAnchored in scripture and real-world insights, this episode offers hope, clarity, and encouragement for anyone seeking freedom.📺 Audio and video episodes available on YouTube and Spotify.🎧 Audio-only episodes available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and anywhere else you get your podcasts.💬email: roguefivepodcast@gmail.com📲 TikTok, Facebook, Instagram: @Rogue_Five🎙️New episodes launch each week!🔔Subscribe and turn on notifications.📢Share this show and episodes with others.Live bold. Walk in freedom. Go Rogue.

In this episode of the Rogue Five Podcast, join Matt and Steven as they confront one of the most avoided spiritual disciplines among men: grief. In a culture that teaches men to suppress emotion, perform strength, and medicate pain, we offer a better way of grieving through God's presence instead of numbing through sin.🎙️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:- Why unprocessed grief leads to emotional dysfunction, addiction, and identity confusion- How Scripture and psychology agree: the body keeps score when pain is buried- What healthy, God-centered grieving looks like—and why Jesus modeled it- How culture distorts masculinity by glorifying stoicism and distraction- Why prayer is both spiritual discipline and emotional regulation- 5 practical steps to grieve biblically and walk in daily emotional freedom📖 Featured Scriptures:- Psalm 34:18 – “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted…”- Psalm 32:3–5 – David’s silence led to sickness, not peace- Philippians 4:6–7 – Prayer transforms grief into peace- Matthew 5:4 – Mourning is a conduit for comfort- Psalm 13:1–2 – Honest lament is still faith- Isaiah 61:1–3 – Beauty for ashes, joy for mourning- James 5:16 – Healing multiplies in community- Lamentations 3:22–23 – Mercy is renewed daily⚔️ Call to Action:Men, don’t medicate what God wants to mend. Real strength is found in surrender. Let God be your healer.👉Subscribe and follow the podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and anywhere else you get your podcasts.Please email us at: roguefivepodcast@gmail.comTikTok, Facebook, Instagram: @Rogue_Five