Veronica Valli & Chip Somers

Soberful

Veronica Valli & Chip Somers

  • 285: Sex Addiction, Shame and Betrayal with Duane Osterlind

285: Sex Addiction, Shame and Betrayal with Duane Osterlind

Wednesday 25th September 2024

Explore sex addiction, shame, and betrayal with therapist Duane Osterlind. Discover paths to recovery and healing in relationships.
Explicit
39 minutes
informative
challenging
hopeful
empathetic
healing

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Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
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Understanding Sex Addiction and Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Sex addiction can be a coping mechanism for emotional pain.
  • Shame plays a significant role in the cycle of addiction.
  • Betrayal causes trauma in relationships but healing is possible.
  • Support systems are crucial for recovery.
  • Couples can survive and heal from the impact of addiction.
Sex addiction is a drink; it's a joint. It's a way to cope with emotional pain.
In this episode of the Soberful podcast, host Veronica Valli welcomes Duane Osterlind, a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in sex addiction. Duane shares his insights into the complex world of sex addiction, emphasizing how it often serves as a coping mechanism for emotional pain and distress. Many individuals dealing with substance abuse find themselves grappling with compulsive sexual behaviors as they pursue sobriety.
Duane explains that sex addiction is characterized by the use of sex as a primary method to cope with emotional pain, often leading to compulsive behaviors such as excessive use of online pornography. A significant aspect of sex addiction is the role of shame. Duane underscores how shame can perpetuate the cycle of addiction, making recovery challenging yet essential. He also explores the profound impact of betrayal on partners in relationships affected by sex addiction.
Betrayal introduces a layer of trauma, leaving partners in shock and questioning their trust and safety. Despite these challenges, Duane offers hope, highlighting that relationships can survive and heal from the repercussions of addiction. Recovery from sex addiction requires a supportive network, including trusted therapists, coaches, and communities. Duane emphasizes the importance of compassion and constructive feedback in fostering recovery.
He acknowledges the remorse and regret experienced by those who have caused pain through their addictive behaviors, noting that genuine remorse can be a powerful catalyst for healing. Throughout the conversation, Duane and Veronica discuss the potential for couples to navigate the aftermath of addiction together. While recovery demands significant effort and introspection, relationships can endure and even thrive with the right support and understanding.
Duane's insights provide a hopeful perspective on the journey to recovery and healing, offering listeners valuable guidance and encouragement. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of sex addiction and the path to healing both individually and within relationships. Duane Osterlind's expertise and empathetic approach shed light on the transformative power of confronting addiction and embracing recovery.
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