EPISODE · Jul 25, 2022 · 18 MIN
S4E23 - Overcoming the Roots of Addiction with Peter Bruce part 2
from Porn Talk · host Powerful Eric
Are you doing your job for personal growth, or are you doing it for the sake of validation? Eric welcomes back Peter Bruce to share his insights on how pornography is being as a coping mechanism for issues such as depression, anger, and loneliness. He also mentions that men often have difficulty forming healthy relationships without porn and that it can be difficult to break free from the addiction on one's own. Peter also talks about the power of intention and how it can steer your life.[00:01 - 05:00] Opening SegmentWelcoming Peter back to the showDon’t equate yourself to your jobHow grandiose and arrogant thoughts can lead to shame and a lack of self-worth[05:01 - 11:15] The Power of IntentionHow intent can direct your lifeWhen someone is hurt, they tend to do one of two thingsAvoid or engage in unhealthy sexual behavior with others[11:16 - 15:56] Porn Addiction in PsychotherapyDiscovering and exploring the underlying issues of clients who have addictions is a key part of treatment.One way to help people overcome their addiction is to have them undergo some type of identity change, such as learning more about their childhood.[15:57 - 18:16] Closing SegmentSee the links below to connect with PeterFinal wordsQuotes:"You aren’t as awesome as you think you are, and you aren’t as awful as you think you are." - Peter BruceConnect with Peter by emailing him at [email protected] my upcoming free LIVE webinar for couples! To get details email [email protected] with me (Powerful Eric) on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. Email me at [email protected]. Love what you heard? LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with other men who want to live an empowered life free of addiction. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/porn-talk--2930866/support.
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Are you doing your job for personal growth, or are you doing it for the sake of validation? Eric welcomes back Peter Bruce to share his insights on how pornography is being as a coping mechanism for issues such as depression, anger, and loneliness. He also mentions that men often have difficulty forming healthy relationships without porn and that it can be difficult to break free from the addiction on one's own. Peter also talks about the power of intention and how it can steer your life.[00:01 - 05:00] Opening SegmentWelcoming Peter back to the showDon’t equate yourself to your jobHow grandiose and arrogant thoughts can lead to shame and a lack of self-worth[05:01 - 11:15] The Power of IntentionHow intent can direct your lifeWhen someone is hurt, they tend to do one of two thingsAvoid or engage in unhealthy sexual behavior with others[11:16 - 15:56] Porn Addiction in PsychotherapyDiscovering and exploring the underlying issues of clients who have addictions is a key part of treatment.One way to help people overcome their addiction is to have them undergo some type of identity change, such as learning more about their childhood.[15:57 - 18:16] Closing SegmentSee the links below to connect with PeterFinal wordsQuotes:"You aren’t as awesome as you think you are, and you aren’t as awful as you think you are." - Peter BruceConnect with Peter by emailing him at [email protected] my upcoming free LIVE webinar for couples! To get details email [email protected] with me (Powerful Eric) on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. Email me at [email protected]. Love what you heard? LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with other men who want to live an empowered life free of addiction. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/porn-talk--2930866/support.
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