Porn, Sex & Addiction~ Special Guest Joshua SheaPorn, Sex & Addiction~ Special Guest Joshua Shea
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Joshua Shea shares his journey through porn and alcohol addiction, emphasizing trauma work and therapy's role in recovery.
59:10•14 Nov 2021
Unmasking Addiction: Joshua Shea on Porn, Sex, and Recovery
“If I hadn't tamed that beast, if I hadn't figured out why I became an alcoholic, I would not have been able to tackle the pornography and get through that stuff.”
Crystal Morrell sits down with Joshua Shea, an expert on addiction and a certified betrayal trauma coach, to dive into the often-overlooked topic of porn addiction. Joshua, who has battled both alcohol and porn addiction for over two decades, brings a wealth of personal experience and professional insight to the table. Once a successful magazine publisher and politician, Joshua's life took a drastic turn when he confronted his addictions head-on in 2014.
Since then, he's become a leading voice in the recovery community, sharing his journey and knowledge through books, interviews, and public speaking. In this episode, Joshua discusses how porn addiction mirrors other forms of addiction, affecting relationships and mental health. He emphasizes the importance of addressing underlying traumas and the critical role of coaching and therapy in the recovery process. Joshua also sheds light on betrayal trauma, particularly how partners of addicts can navigate their own healing journeys.
The conversation is raw, honest, and packed with practical advice for anyone grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of addiction and discover pathways to recovery.
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