This is a question that was received from a sponsor regarding his sponsee. Although giving “advice” isn’t necessarily the best thing all the time, if it’s asked for, we can share our opinion based on our own experience. If you have questions that you’d like to discuss, please submit them here. Thanks for all your interaction […]
Discussion: Which of These Denial Statements Have You Used in Addiction
The following denial statements were compiled by Utah Valley Counseling. As I have been working on my full disclosure, my therapist has asked me to recognize the different denial statements I’ve used when acting out in my addiction. As I wrote out this list, many, if not all, of these statements have been part of […]
Discussion Group History & Statistics
Thanks for the comments and interaction on recent posts in the discussion group. I wanted to give you some updates to let you know how things have gone and what’s happening. I’m hoping my intent is to keep everyone in the loop and not brag or boast. Ultimately, this is OUR discussion, not mine. The […]
Discussion: Does One Really Need to Hit Rock Bottom to Recover?
This discussion topic about hitting rock bottom in sexual addiction is from one of our friends in recovery, Kevin. Thanks for contributing to the group discussion and for the time you put into collecting you thoughts on this topic. If anyone is interested in sharing a discussion topic, please reach out to me here. I struggle with the […]
Discussion: How Can I Be Patient With My Wife?
This discussion topic is a question we received from a friend in recovery. His concern is about how he can help his wife feel safe and how he can be patient with her when he feels she’s far away. If anyone is interested in sharing a discussion topic, please reach out to me here. The Status: I’ve had […]
Discussion: Is Caffeine a Coping Mechanism for Sexual Addiction?
This discussion topic about the role caffeine plays in sexual addiction recovery is from one of our friends in recovery, Anoni Mouse. This concept was originally discussed on his blog – thanks for contributing to the group discussion and for the time you put into collecting you thoughts. If anyone is interested in sharing a discussion topic, please […]
Discussion: Reactive vs. Proactive Recovery
This discussion topic about reactive vs. proactive recovery is from one of our friends in recovery, Sam. Thanks to Sam for contributing to the group discussion and for the time he put into collecting his thoughts. If you’re interested in sharing a discussion topic, please reach out to me here. I’ve been doing daily check-ins every night […]
Discussion: What I Wish Our Bishops Had Known – Part 2
This discussion topic is Part 2 of a two part letter to a bishop, written by the wife of a sex addict. Thanks to this person for contributing to the group discussion and for the time she put into collecting her thoughts on an important topic. If you’re interested in sharing a discussion topic, please reach out […]
Discussion: What I Wish Our Bishops Had Known
This discussion topic is from the wife of a sex addict. Thanks to this person for contributing to the group discussion and for the time she put into collecting her thoughts on an important topic. If you’re interested in sharing a discussion topic, please reach out to me here. When I got to my Step 9 Amends, […]
Discussion: Overcome vs. Surrender a Sexual Addiction
This topic has been on my mind off and on for quite some time, especially after attending LDS ARP meetings. I often hear some of my fellows say things like, “I know I can overcome this addiction,” or “I know that if I read my scriptures more and pray more, I will overcome this.” Unfortunately, […]
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