What is the "Wheel of Destruction" and How Does It Impact Porn & Sex Addiction Recovery?

What is the "Wheel of Destruction" and How Does It Impact Porn & Sex Addiction Recovery?

June 24, 2026 · 41 min · Season 22 · Episode 1086

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In this episode, Matt Wenger discusses the 'Wheel of Destruction' and its impact on sex and porn addiction recovery.

PSR Podcast is a listener supported outreach of Be Broken Ministries. DEEP & WIDE: Please help us reach our mid-year fundraising goal of $77K by July 31st. No gift is too small! Partner with us at BeBroken.org/donate . Thank you for your support! ---------- In this episode, I sit down with Matt Wenger to explore his powerful concept, the "Wheel of Destruction." Matt breaks down the five interconnected factors that fuel sex and porn addiction: trauma, maladaptive sexual experiences, attachment wounds, nervous system dysregulation, and brain changes. He explains how these elements feed into each other, creating a destructive cycle that impacts every area of life. Matt also shares practical pathways to healing through therapy, community, and sobriety. Most importantly, he reminds us that recovery is absolutely possible—your brain, heart, and body are capable of healing, and you don't have to face this journey alone. Get more info on Matt and resources to help your recovery journey at BeginAgainInstitute.com . Topics Covered in this Episode: Understanding sex and porn addiction recovery Introduction of the "Wheel of Destruction" concept Interconnected factors contributing to…

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