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A discussion forum about matters relating to sex addiction from the point of view of psychoanalysis
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Wendy Conquest, Dan Drake, Jeanne Vattuone, and Tim Stein invite guests to join an ongoing conversation about sex, addiction, and relationships. Wendy, Dan, Jeanne, and Tim are experts in the fields of sex addiction, betrayal trauma, and trauma resolution.
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Need help with sexual addiction, pornography, or sexual purity issues? You are not alone. We are walking the road of recovery, and this podcast is a casual approach to finding help, hope, and healing.
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Sex Afflictions & Porn Addictions with Craig Perra (sex addiction, porn addiction, sexual health)
Craig Perra
The world's #1 podcast on sex addiction & porn addiction. As seen on LifeTime TV, A&E, Steve Harvey & Katie Couric - dedicated to healthy sexuality and great living by former sex addict, porn addict, drug addict executive/attorney, founder of The Mindful Habit® System Coach Craig Perra. Raw stories about his slow descent into the depths of sex addiction hell, coupled with a science-based, evolved approach to healing from sex and porn addiction will change your life and set you free from the ...
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On Sex, Love, and Addiction, Dr. Rob Weiss, sex therapist and author of a dozen books on sex and relationship healing, interviews global experts like Dr’s. Sue Johnson, Harville Hendrix, Dr. Stan Tatkin, and Helen Fisher, Dr. Kenneth Adams among others. This podcast features robust discussions focused on healing from chronic infidelity, cheating, porn, and sex addiction, along with the pain of relationship betrayal. Dr. Rob is Chief Clinical Officer for Seeking integrity Treatment Centers. H ...
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The Femdom Journey Podcast - From Femdom & Findom Addiction to Healthy, Positive Sex & Intimacy
Tobias
How do men who struggle with a femdom & findom addiction can change and create a healthy, positive and fulfillfing sex life with real intimacy? - I am Tobias and I want to break the silence about destructive sexual behavior in the realm of femdom and findom. I went through an intense femdom & findom addiction in the last 9 years and successfully came out of it. Now I create helpful content and a safe space to open up for all the men that are negatively affected by femdom and findom. Are you ...
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Welcome to Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships with Dan Drake and guests Wendy Conquest, Jeannie Vittone, and Tim Stein. Today, they delve into the challenging topic of betrayal violence with therapist and magazine creator Hope Ray. Hope introduces the concept, defining betrayal violence as a complex dynamic involving secrecy, repeat…
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Graeme Daniels, lead author of Getting Real About Sex Addiction, discusses the emotional impact of problem sexual behaviors, both for PSBs and their impacted partners, and features a case illustration of a group discussing whether to reveal porn use to an impacted partnerDi Graeme Daniels
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The most important word in recovery and in life, according to Coach Craig. What do you think it is? In this enlightening episode, Craig Perra dives deep into the concept of being 'safe'. Discover how feeling safe is about being grounded and connected, and how it serves as the antithesis to anxiety. Learn how to regulate your central nervous system …
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https://castimonia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Season-8-Episode-9_-Chrisdom.mp3 Today in Season 8 Episode 9, Chris is flying solo again. Today, he introduces something he’ll be sprinkling in future episodes. Something he calls Chrisdom. Have you ever looked at someone with multiple years of sobriety and thought, “How the heck did they do that?!”…
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In this insightful conversation, Hope Ray discusses her work with men in a support group called Getting Dire Straight, where they delve into sensitive topics like male entitlement and misogyny.Di Timzi9
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Quick Conversations: What are the dynamics of relationships affected by addiction and betrayal?
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In this episode, we speak with special guest Hope Ray on the dynamics of power and control in relationships affected by addiction and betrayal. We discuss how withholding essential information creates a power imbalance and restricts a partner's agency, ultimately leading to exploitation and harm. The conversation emphasizes the importance of transp…
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In this episode of Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships, we discuss the topic of dating for partners after a relationship ends. We explore the challenges faced by partners when relationships don't work out, emphasizing the lack of conversation and support for those navigating life after a breakup or divorce.…
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In this episode, Graeme Daniels, lead author of Getting Real About Sex Addiction, riffs on numerous ideas previously addressed in this podcast series: where analytic perspectives on addiction fit in with the sex addiction field; the ethical/moral biases of practitioners, and how those biases play out among gender divides…
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In this discussion, we delve into offering guidance for betrayed partners re-entering the dating scene post-recovery. We emphasize the importance of building a supportive social network before diving into dating. Self-exploration and identity formation are key steps to feeling confident and secure before seeking new relationships. Instead of viewin…
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In this discussion, we explore the challenges of readiness and intimacy for betrayed partners entering the dating scene post-recovery. We challenge the cultural pressure to rush into sexual encounters and advocate for a more deliberate approach to building emotional connections. By reframing the question to focus on compatibility and emotional safe…
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Opening podcast of season, Graeme Daniels, lead author of Getting Real About Sex Addiction, outlines topics that will be addressed on upcoming podcasts, including the re-framing of "the problem"; he then discusses a positive review of his and Joe Farley's book by Kirkus magazine, examining reviewers' comments in detail.…
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Quick Conversations: What happens when partners end a relationship with a partner with addiction?
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In this heartfelt discussion, we delve into the challenges partners face when deciding to end a relationship affected by addiction and trauma. We explore the complex emotions of sadness, relief, fear, and excitement that accompany this decision, highlighting the importance of acknowledging and processing grief and loss. The conversation emphasizes …
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Today, we're discussing the impact of sexual betrayal on families and children, a vital but often overlooked topic. We're excited to have Casey Allison, a certified partner coach, who has created a unique children's book addressing this issue. Her book provides age-appropriate explanations about betrayal and recovery, featuring beautiful illustrati…
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In this insightful discussion, we explore the nuanced dynamics of trauma within relationships affected by addiction. We consider the possibility that partners' behaviors, both before and after discovery, can contribute to the addict's experience of trauma. By examining the interplay between autonomy, codependency, and unconscious coping mechanisms,…
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In this thought-provoking discussion, we delve into the concept of abandonment wounds in relationships affected by addiction. We explore the idea that partners' actions, such as focusing on personal goals or life changes, may inadvertently exacerbate these wounds, potentially contributing to addictive behaviors in the addict.…
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Join Craig Perra in a transformative conversation with Chris Shatek where personal struggle becomes a purposeful journey. Dive into Chris's raw and revealing origin story, tracing his path from a seasoned radio personality engulfed in alcoholism to pioneering an alternative, shame-free approach to sobriety. This episode not only challenges conventi…
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In this discussion, we explore whether partners enable addictive behaviors in relationships affected by addiction. We note that while some partners may engage in behaviors to stay connected to the addict, we hesitate to label it as enabling. Our conversation highlights the complexity of addressing both addiction and underlying issues in therapy, em…
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https://castimonia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Season-8-Episode-8_-Interview-with-Steve-Etner.mp3 I’m interviewing The Purity Coach, Steve Etner. He has a point of purity program that will equip and train you in how to overcome porn addiction. His plan is Bible based and Christ centered, and he can help you create a strategic plan for ongoing pu…
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If you know someone struggling with betrayal and the trauma the comes from it then you MUST send them this podcast on betrayal trauma that I did with Dr. Debi Silber of the Post Betrayal Transformation Institute. 🚨 New podcast!!!!!! Exploring the Journey from Betrayal Trauma to Empowerment 🚨 Have you or someone you know been affected by betrayal tr…
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In this episode of Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships, we discuss seeking treatment for sex addiction and betrayal trauma with Dr. Rob Weiss. We will breakdown his insights on when to seek treatment, different treatment centers, and affordability.Di Timzi9
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Transforming Self-Criticism into Self-Care: A Mindful Approach to Treat Sex & Porn Addiction In this profound and transformative guide mindfulness session, we delve into the Mindful Habit System, exploring its profound impact on treating sex and porn addiction. Through a journey of self-discovery and introspection, we address the critical role of t…
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In this episode, Graeme Daniels, psychoanalytic psychotherapist and lead-author of Getting Real About Sex Addiction, contemplates the pros and cons of the sex addiction label from the point of view of the would-be addict and the impact partner, and then speaks of the intertwining of guilt and shame, in which false guilt, as perpetuated by sex addic…
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In this episode of Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships, we delve into the topic of healthy masturbation. We explore the nuances of what constitutes healthy self-pleasuring versus addictive behaviors within the context of addiction recovery and relationships. Our discussion navigates various perspectives, including the role of masturb…
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Heather Cronemiller and Lacy Bentley join Dr. Rob to talk about female sex addiction and the damage it can cause families. Both Lacy and Heather share their personal experience with being the ‘other woman’ and how, despite it going against everything they believed in, they still continued down a path of destruction. When it comes to any form of add…
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Mindfulness Training for Sex & Porn Addicts. Craig teaches the basics of mindfulness and explains why it's so important not just as a treatment modality and tool, but a way of life. You will be inspired to take action!!!! In this broadcast, Coach Craig teaches three basic mindfulness training exercises for Porn & Sex Addicts. These tools will insta…
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Join us as we dive into the topic of healthy masturbation and what it means in the context of sexuality and addiction recovery. We want to emphasize the importance of changing one's relationship with masturbation rather than simply stopping the behavior altogether.Di Timzi9
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https://castimonia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Season-8-Episode-7_-The-Road-to-Recovery.mp3 Found yourself in a place you never thought you’d be? The shame and hopelessness sexual addiction and compulsive sexual behaviors can ignite are real…but there is hope. Today Chris talks about how he entered recovery and reached sobriety early on. The dif…
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Getting Real About Sex Addiction S3 (24): female sex addiction/women's infidelity (part two)
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Part two of this discussion, Graeme Daniels, lead author of Getting Real About Sex Addiction, offers some case illustrative descriptions culled from his work with female sex addicts/problem sexual behaviors--compares/contrasts with profiles exhibited by male patients--again referencing the writing of Michelle Langley…
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Graeme Daniels, lead author of Getting Real About Sex Addiction, discusses female sex addiction and women's infidelity, profiling the provocative insights of Michelle Langley, author of Women's Infidelity: Living in Limbo, and highlighting that book's compatibility with psychoanalytic theoryDi Graeme Daniels
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We want to tackle the sensitive topic of healthy masturbation within the context of relationships affected by betrayal and addiction. Listen to our quick conversation to address the concerns and fears partners may have about their addicted spouse considering a new approach to masturbation. Our conversation delves into the complexity of individual s…
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Getting Real About Sex Addiction S3 (22): Short term treatment versus the in-depth long term
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Graeme Daniels, lead author of Getting Real About Sex Addiction, revisits the chestnut meta debate that exists between proponents of short term treatment options versus those, like Graeme, who advocate for a longer term commitment to in-depth treatment--as "triggered", by marketing tactics used by treatment programs.…
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Surviving His Sex & Porn Addiction: Rock Bottom Step by Step Survival Guide by Michelle Perra
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Navigating Betrayal Trauma: A Spouse Survival Guide Today we delve into the profound journey of navigating betrayal trauma as a partner of someone struggling with sex addiction and pornography addiction. In this podcast, we will explore key insights shared by Michelle Perra, who offers a unique perspective and valuable advice from her own experienc…
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Graeme Daniels, lead author of Getting Real About Sex Addiction, welcomes therapist Eddie Capparucci as a guest to the podcast to discuss sex addiction and/or sexual compulsivity, plus the matter of how psychotherapy imparts, facilitates exploration of sexual mores, or imposes a society's values upon those who seek mental health treatment.…
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You must incorporate basic risk management principles into your life to break your bad habits and beat sex & porn addiction once and for all. We manage risk in business but often fail miserably to do it in our personal lives. Listen to how Craig brings the critical organizational philosophy of risk management into a simple, easy way to leverage the…
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https://castimonia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Season-8-Episode-6_-Dan-Johnson-Interview.mp3 Today I’m excited to interview Dan Johnson from New Paths. I recently listened to Dan’s podcast and was blown away by his simple, yet profound method for how he stopped watching porn. Grab a pen and paper or open up your favorite note-taking app to captu…
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In the episode, we discuss the answers you sent in for your mailbag questions. You all asked: Could a sexless long term marriage be a reason for sex addiction? Is it possible to enable the sex addicts behavior? What's the best role a partner can take towards the addicted spouse?Di Timzi9
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Graeme Daniels, co-author of Getting Real About Sex Addiction, riffs on ideas of instinct, personality development, Freudian theory, the rigidity of defenses, and relates these ideas to what happens when people seek help for their problems yet impulses still emergeDi Graeme Daniels
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Annie and Melissa are two women who have experienced deep marital betrayal in their relationship. The signs weren’t always clear as to what was actually going on, but when the wool had been pulled over their eyes, the amount of emotions, judgment, and pain they experienced took a long time to recover from. This episode is part two of these two wome…
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Join us for a deep dive into the complexities of change within relationships impacted by betrayal and addiction. In this thought-provoking discussion, our panel delves into the intricacies of transformation, highlighting the pivotal role of discomfort in catalyzing meaningful shifts.Di Timzi9
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Annie and Melissa are two women who have experienced deep marital betrayal in their relationship. The signs weren’t always clear as to what was going on, but when the wool had been pulled over their eyes, the amount of emotions, judgment, and pain they experienced took a long time to recover from. These two women share their stories and also share …
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https://castimonia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Season-8-Episode-5.mp3 Today, I’m talking with Jorge, about the importance of community as it relates to recovery. I had no idea that rats would be a part of this conversation. Join us on the next episode of the purity podcast where I interview Dan Johnson from New Paths. Dan has created a really in…
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In this enlightening episode of our podcast, we delve into the nuanced world of addiction recovery, challenging the traditional emphasis on counting sober days. While acknowledging the sense of achievement this practice can provide, we explore its potential downsides, such as fostering an obsessive focus on the substance or behavior one is trying t…
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Join us for a thought-provoking discussion as we delve into the complex interplay between sexlessness and sex addiction within marriages. In this candid conversation, our panelists offer insights and perspectives on whether a sexless long-term marriage could be a reason for sex addiction.Di Timzi9
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Graeme Daniels, co-author of Getting Real About Sex Addiction, invites therapist and sex addiction expert Don Mathews back to the podcast to discuss a controversial, now nine year old California law about reporting use of underage porn that has moved through supreme and appellate courts and is now about to get its due in an LA superior courtroom. D…
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Today, we're thrilled to welcome authors Matthew and Joanna Raabsmith, to discuss their book 'Building True Intimacy'. Let's explore the layers of trust, vulnerability, and connection that form the foundation of lasting relationships.Di Timzi9
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Getting Real About Sex Addiction S3 (18): Psychodynamics, sexual compulsivity and positive psychology
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In this episode, Graeme Daniels, co-author of Getting Real About Sex Addiction, welcomes therapist Andrew Suuskind as a guest to discuss sexual compulsivity, the pathologizing of sex, psychodynamic underpinnings to problem sexual behavior, plus the fostering of emotional resilience and the embracing of imperfection.…
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https://castimonia.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Season-8-Episode-4_-Healthy-Sexuality.mp3 Jorge joins Season 8 for the first time to talk about Healthy Sexuality. The conversation (that involved a lot of editing, lol) is designed to help men understand what healthy sexuality looks like and steps needed to help move from unhealthy sexuality into h…
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