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10 Reasons Men Lie During Sex Addiction—and the Truth Partners Deserve to Know
I’ve sat across from a lot of men who want to change, who want to get free from the grip of sexual addiction. And almost every one of...

Joseph McKinley
May 265 min read
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What The Thunderbolts’ Bob Teaches Us About Sexual Addiction Recovery
The reality is that addiction is not simply a matter of willpower; it’s a complex interplay of neurobiology, trauma, and learned behaviors. When the shadow self is in control, rational thought and healthy decision-making are often sidelined.....

Joseph McKinley
May 93 min read
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How to Stay Sober Over the Holidays
The holiday season brings some challenges to sobriety for the sex addict. Changes in routine and schedule create opportunity for acting out that may not currently be accounted for in the recovering persons sobriety plan. Family gatherings may bring about emotional triggers that one does not normally have to deal with...

Joseph McKinley
Dec 18, 20242 min read
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Pornography, Defined.
In the course of my work, I hear men say all the time that they no longer watch pornography, but in my time with them, I can tell their minds are still clouded. One of the issues that I see is that men don’t know how to define pornography. Pornography can be anything you want it to be. That’s why it’s important to define what pornography is in relation to sobriety...

Joseph McKinley
Mar 17, 20243 min read
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Recovery Is Not About Sobriety
It’s very easy to start recovery as if you’re looking up from the bottom of Mt. Everest. It seems like sobriety is a mountain that you have to climb and conquer. If your mountaintop experience is being sober, you’ll likely never have the motivation to continue your recovery. By pursuing the very thing that you desire, you’ll lose it...

Joseph McKinley
Feb 19, 20242 min read
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5 Steps to Quit Porn Addiction
You’re not going to tackle this addiction unless you admit that it is a real issue. Real problems need real solutions. That means a willingness to do whatever is necessary to solve the problem...

Joseph McKinley
Jan 2, 20243 min read
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What to do about Triggers in Sexual Addiction
As an expert recovery coach, I've witnessed firsthand the challenges that individuals with sexual addiction face on their journey toward...

Joseph McKinley
Dec 26, 20232 min read
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The Transformative Power of Sharing: Embracing Step 12 in Sex Addiction Recovery
Welcome to the final installment in our series on the 12 Crucial Words of Sex Addiction Recovery. As an expert recovery coach, my...

Joseph McKinley
Dec 19, 20232 min read
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Delving Deeper: The Profound Impact of Step 11 in Sex Addiction Recovery
Welcome back to our series on the 12 Crucial Words of Sex Addiction Recovery. As an expert recovery coach, my commitment is to guide you...

Joseph McKinley
Dec 12, 20232 min read
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The Enduring Journey: Continuing Self Awareness in Sex Addiction Recovery
The Enduring Journey: Continuing Personal Inventory in Sex Addiction Recovery Welcome to our series on the 12 Crucial Words of Sex...

Joseph McKinley
Dec 5, 20233 min read
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The Transformative Journey of Making Amends in Sex Addiction Recovery
Welcome to our series on the 12 Crucial Words of Sex Addiction Recovery. As an expert recovery coach, my goal is to guide you through the...

Joseph McKinley
Nov 28, 20233 min read
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How to Prepare Your Soul to Make Amends
Welcome to the next installment in our series on the 12 Crucial Words of Sex Addiction Recovery. As an expert recovery coach, my mission...

Joseph McKinley
Nov 21, 20233 min read
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The Power of a Humble Request: Step 7 in Addiction Recovery
Welcome back to our series on the 12 Crucial Words of Sex Addiction Recovery. As an expert recovery coach, I'm committed to guiding you...

Joseph McKinley
Nov 14, 20233 min read
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Humility: Are You Ready To Have Your Character Remade?
Welcome to our ongoing series on the 12 Crucial Words of Sex Addiction Recovery. As an expert recovery coach, my mission is to guide you...

Joseph McKinley
Nov 7, 20233 min read
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The Significance of Confession in Sex Addiction Recovery
This is post 5 of a series we are doing on 12 Crucial Words in Recovery Defined. Welcome to the next installment in our series on the 12...

Joseph McKinley
Oct 31, 20233 min read
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Taking Stock of Your Journey: The Role of Inventory in Sex Addiction Recovery
Welcome to the latest installment in our series on the 12 Crucial Words of Sex Addiction Recovery. As an expert recovery coach, I'm here...

Joseph McKinley
Oct 24, 20232 min read
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Surrendering to Healing: A Crucial Step in Sex Addiction Recovery
Welcome to the next installment in our series on the 12 Crucial Words of Sex Addiction Recovery. As an expert recovery coach, I'm here to...

Joseph McKinley
Oct 17, 20232 min read
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Regaining Sanity in Sex Addiction Recovery
Welcome back to our series on the 12 Crucial Words of Sex Addiction Recovery. As an expert in recovery coaching, I am dedicated to...

Joseph McKinley
Oct 10, 20232 min read
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The Role of Powerlessness in Sex Addiction Recovery
This is post 1 in our "12 Words to Define Recovery" series. When you hear the word "powerlessness," it might sound counterintuitive....

Joseph McKinley
Oct 3, 20232 min read
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Navigating Betrayal Triggers When Married to a Sex Addict
Betrayal triggers are emotional, psychological, or situational cues that remind the betrayed partner of the betrayal they've experienced. These triggers can vary widely from person to person, but common examples include...

Joseph McKinley
Sep 26, 20232 min read
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