3 Reasons Men Can't Quit Porn

About this episode

The episode explores the deeper psychological and emotional factors that contribute to men's struggles with porn addiction.

⛓️ If you’ve been stuck in the same cycle and can't seem to break free, this might explain why… This is what's actually driving unwanted behaviors (spoiler: it’s not just a lack of discipline.) There are deeper patterns at play: the way your brain solves discomfort, the condition of your body when stress is high, and the hidden role of shame that quietly keeps people stuck. When you understand these three layers, things start to click in a whole new way. Resources: Adam's FREE Porn Recovery Assessment: https://www.dearyoungmarriedcouple.com/porn-recovery-focus-group Ted Talk Lisa Feldman: https://www.ted.com/talks/lisa_feldman_barrett_you_aren_t_at_the_mercy_of_your_emotions_your_brain_creates_them Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Adam King, Karissa King

Topics covered

• porn addiction
• mental health
• shame
• stress
• behavior patterns

Keywords

• porn recovery
• shame
• stress
• behavioral patterns
• mental health

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Organizations: Ted Talk, Dear Young Married Couple

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