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)

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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Candid mental health podcast with lived experience—schizoaffective disorder, trauma recovery, coping skills, and dark humor that fights stigma!

Discord — “The Struggle Bus”: https://discord.gg/emFXKuWKNA

If you need support (U.S.): Call/Text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, 24/7).

Sexual assault support: RAINN 800-656-HOPE or online.rainn.org

HOSTS / SOCIALS

The DEFECTIVE Schizoaffective (Nick)

• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@defectiveschizoaffective
• YouTube: https://youtube.com/@defectiveschizoaffective

IndyPocket (Tony)

• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@indypocket
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/indypocket
• YouTube: https://youtube.com/@absolutezen

Cover Art: Ryan Manning