Navigating Shadow Work & Dangerous Urges | Safe Expression Vs. Exploitation
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How to face dangerous urges with safe expression and guided exploration—never exploitation.
A candid episode on preventing harm, consent, boundaries, and getting professional help when the urges are just too much—no glamorizing, no excuses.
Content note: explicit language; discussion of sexual harm prevention; sensitive topics.
If you’re struggling (U.S.): Call/Text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, 24/7). If anyone is in immediate danger, call 911.
Episode focus: our 2-E framework—Expression & Exploration—to reduce risk through legal, consensual outlets and professional support. Bright lines only: no third E. If you fear you might harm someone, stop and seek licensed help immediately.
We cover:
- 2-E framework: Expression & Exploration (why Exploitation is NEVER okay)
- Safe, legal outlets and professional support vs. secrecy and shame
- Judgment spikes risk; containment lowers it—how to build real guardrails
- Social-media hot takes vs. careful, supervised work
- Why quick-fix marketplaces fall short—what qualified care looks like
Hosts: The DEFECTIVE Schizoaffective (Nick) • IndyPocket (Tony)
IndyPocket (Tony) links:
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- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/indypocket
- YouTube: https://youtube.com/@absolutezen
Post one safe, legal outlet you’ll use this week AND the professional step you’ll take (e.g., schedule with a licensed therapist, group counseling, etc.). Our Discord "The Struggle Bus" is ONLY for support—we are NOT therapists, but we can point you in the right direction. (link below)
REMEMBER: You are NOT a bad person if you take responsibility for your urges and seek professional help if you can't control them.
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