Am I Ready to Date Again as a Sex Addict?

Dr. Rob and Tami dive into when it makes sense for someone to date again after being sober and in recovery from sex, love, or porn addiction. This can be tricky for some professionals to determine, but Dr. Rob and Tami walk through some of the questions you need to ask yourself before you take that next step in the relationship. Remember, the goal isn't to have sex in the dating process, it's to get to know that person.    TAKEAWAYS: [:35] How do I know if someone in recovery is ready to date again? [5:15] The goal isn't to have sex. The goal is to get to know the person. [6:25] Dr. Rob, can you explain what is a home? [15:15] I am having a hard time coping with my addictions. What can I do? [20:45] It takes work to become a better person. [25:00] Do people with OCD also have a higher chance to suffer from addiction?   RESOURCES: Seekingintegrity.com Email Tami: [email protected] Sexandrelationshiphealing.com Intherooms.com Out of the Doghouse: A Step-by-Step Relationship-Saving Guide for Men Caught Cheating, by Robert Weiss Prodependence: Moving Beyond Codependency, by Robert Weiss Sex Addiction 101: A Basic Guide to Healing from Sex, Porn, and Love Addiction, by Robert Weiss Cruise Control: Understanding Sex Addiction in Gay Men, by Robert Weiss "What is the Concept of 'Home,' Really?"