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Climbing Mountains with Steve Riggs
Climbing Mountains with Steve Riggs
Climbing Mountains with Steve Riggs
Tuesday 29th October 2024
Steve Riggs shares his journey of overcoming pornography addiction, discussing self-worth, faith, and breaking the stigma in recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Steve Riggs shares his recovery journey.
- Importance of self-worth in overcoming addiction.
- Role of faith and spirituality in recovery.
- Need for open conversations about addiction.
- Encouragement to seek help and support.
There's a reason why the adversary works so hard on men, specifically with pornography, is to get in their heads that they're worthless.
In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson welcomes Steve Riggs to discuss the complex journey of overcoming pornography addiction. Steve, who has been a part of Team Addict to Athlete for several years, shares his personal experiences and insights into recovery. He begins by recounting his initial exposure to pornography at a young age and the subsequent addiction that developed over time.
This addiction, he explains, was compounded by the lack of open dialogue about such issues in his home and community. Steve emphasizes the importance of self-worth in the recovery process. He argues that many traditional approaches to tackling pornography addiction focus on external actions, such as prayer and scripture reading, without addressing the internal struggle of self-esteem. By understanding oneself and accepting one's imperfections, individuals can better advocate for their recovery and support others in similar situations.
Faith and spirituality play a significant role in Steve's recovery journey. He describes how these elements provide a framework for understanding and overcoming the feelings of shame and guilt associated with addiction. Steve's experience highlights the necessity of integrating spiritual practices with psychological insights to foster a holistic approach to recovery. The conversation also touches on the importance of open dialogue about addiction.
By breaking the stigma and discussing these issues openly, individuals can find support and encouragement from their communities. Steve co-runs the Addict to Athlete Men's Group, a free community resource that provides a safe space for men to share their experiences and seek guidance. Ultimately, the episode serves as a powerful reminder that addiction is a common struggle, and recovery is possible with the right support and mindset.
Steve Riggs' journey is a testament to the strength and resilience required to overcome addiction, and his story offers hope to others facing similar challenges.