Resources for Porn and Sex Addiction Recovery
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Addiction Recovery Blog
Article and video references posted as learning aids for men who struggle with sеxual obsessions.
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The Root Cause of Addiction
A cycle of shame at the root cause of addiction cannot be remedied with quick fixes, expert tips, or a checklist.
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Three Circles Exercise
The Three Circles is a recovery exercise for sexual sobriety that defines behaviors related to a struggler's addiction.
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The Opposite of Addiction
Men with addiction are stuck in a cycle of compulsion and secrets. Trying to hide and fight it alone only serves to feed the addiction.
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Addiction Slips vs Relapse
Slips and relapse describe falling short of sobriety in one's recovery. Let's examine what they can mean for you.
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Greatest Fear of Recovery
Fear is a powerful force. A refined survival skill, it keeps us in loneliness by taking the choice of relationship away from others.
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Why am I Addicted to Porn?
Dr. Gabor Maté explains, 'The addiction wasn't your problem. Your addiction was your attempt to solve a problem.'
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How Porn Harms
Telling yourself, 'It's not hurting anyone' is wishful thinking. Research shows it affects your brain and everyone around you.
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Olfactory Grounding
Your sense of smell interacts with the brain's emotion processing center. We can use this to our advantage in recovery.
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6 Attachment Styles
Attachment styles are ways we relate to others and see ourself; attachment theory attempts to explain why (the origins).
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Trauma Egg Exercise
A trauma egg is a tool for recording a trauma chronology so we can examine common themes that resonate in your life.
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Mapping Cycles
Addiction is process-oriented and cyclical in nature. We can use this knowledge of replicating patterns to help end it.
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The Feelings Wheel
Many people are disconnected from their feelings. It is necessary to become aware of, and regulate, their internal state.
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The Paradox of Boundaries
Men with sex addiction don't respond well to boundaries set by their partners, but they need boundaries for their recovery.
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Roadmap to Authenticity
Imagine if your adult life played out according to experiences in your youth, as if decisions today were predestined by your past.
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Big Boys Don't Cry
Boys idolize men and conform to meet attachment expectations. Being told not to cry takes root in their belief system.
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Character Strengths
One goal of recovery is discovering your authentic self. Think you know yourself? You may be surprised.
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Software:
EverAccountable
Ever Accountable is scientifically-backed software that helps the whole family avoid pоrn and other dangers on the Internet with the power of accountability.
Covenant Eyes
Covenant Eyes helps you and the ones you love live pоrn-free through transformative accountability relationships.
Accountable2You
Guard against digital temptations. Find peace of mind and rebuild trust with detailed, real-time accountability software.
Plucky
Plucky is a self-control Internet image filter that helps you stick to your long-terms goals rather than indulge in short-term temptations. Use it in conjunction with your accountability software.
Communities:
Awaken Recovery
A gospel-based 12-step community that helps people find hope, freedom, and recovery from sexual brokenness.
Sеx Addicts Anonymous
A fellowship of individuals who share their experience with each other so they may overcome their sеxual addiction.
The Samson Society
A fellowship of Christian men who are serious about authenticity, community, humility and recovery. Serious, not grave.
Sеxaholics Anonymous
A fellowship of men & women to solve their common problem: stop lusting and become sеxually sober.
Pоrn Addicts Anonymous
A 12-step fellowship for those seeking recovery from an addiction to pоrnоgraphy.
Recovering Couples Anonymous
A fellowship of recovering couples who suffer from many addictions and dysfunctions, committed to develop new intimacy.
Books:
Unwanted
Jay Stringer
An eye-opening, shame-crippling exploration into sеx addiction that has changed how many people view the disease.
Try Softer
Aundi Kolber
The antithesis to our culture’s “work harder” mentality. An illumination into trauma origins and compassionate healing.
The Mindfulness Workbook for Addiction
Rebecca E. Williams
Julie S. Kraft
A guide for coping with the grief, stress, and anger that trigger addictive behaviors.
How We Love
Milan & Kay Yerkovich
Discover why your relationships have barriers. Always within arm’s reach, this is our go-to authority for attachment theory.
The Power of Agency
Paul Napper
Anthony Rao
The 7 principles to conquer obstacles, make effective decisions, and create a life on your own terms.
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