The 12th Step Podcast

What is Sobriety with Sex Addiction

What does sobriety look like for a sex addict? Though sobriety can take on many forms depending on yoru circumstances, the input from your partner, therapist, and more. Tune in as we cover this great question sent in by one of our listeners. 

Being Present

Many individuals grapple with overwhelming emotions and memories in the face of addiction recovery. Embracing the present moment through practicing mindfulness offers a beacon of hope. Mindfulness allows individuals to anchor themselves, providing clarity and calm amidst the recovery storm. Tune as we discuss why being present is an important part of yoru recovery.

Cross Addictions

Tune in as we talk about multiple addictions that is referred to as “co-occurring addictions” or “cross addictions”. And it’s crucial they be addressed for anyone who is wanting long-term health and recovery. Many people who experience addiction struggle with other addictive processes. This process known as “switching addictions” - attempts to stop one addiction results in an increase in addictive use of another substance or behaviour such as disordered eating or excessive internet use increasing when substance use ends. 

Expert Systems Part 2

As we fight through layers of judgment and trauma, our "recovery" is regaining our true selves. The purpose of recovery is to no longer be a copy of someone else's vision. And how do we accomplish this? By intentionally creating expert systems to help you along the way. Tune in to this epeisode as we cover the last six expert systems, Intuition, Spirituality, Perspective, Consciousness, Compassion, and Mindfulness.

Expert Systems Part 1

As we fight through layers of judgment and trauma, our "recovery" is regaining our true selves. The purpose of recovery is to no longer be a copy of someone else's vision. And how do we accomplish this? By intentionally creating expert systems to help you along the way. Tune in to this epeisode as we cover the first six expert systems, Intention, Self-care, Accountability, Study, Reflection, & Recovery Support.

Facing Fear In Recovery

There are times when we find ourselves facing a new oppertunity, but we fear that our addiction will return. Because the new oppertunity runs close to how we once acted when we were deep in our addiction. In this episode we will discuss the topic of facing our fears in recovery as these opptunities arise. 

Listener Email - Recovery Burn Out

In this episode we break down the concerns of one of our listeners in regard to their worries about recovery burn out. Is it real or is it a sign that you have reached a pivotal point in your recovery.

Books And Resources For Recovery

In this episode we will be discussing a topic sent in by one of our listeners regarding what books and resources to read and use in recovery. Tune in as we break down the elements of this topic and provides answers and resources that will add in your recovery.

Finding The Right Therapist

If you think you might be struggling with sex or pornography addiction, seeking out a therapist is a wonderful way to care for yourself. Many sex addicts and their partners say they have been to therapy, but it has not been helpful. Tune in to this episode to find out what we have to say on the topic.

Changing Your Rituals

In most cases, ritualized behaviors are unconscious—that is, an addict may have no idea why they do things a certain way, or that these patterns even exist. When you change your rituals, you change your life. We all have unhealthy habits and behaviors that we indulge in from time to time. They seem harmless. However, awareness of these rituals are critical. Tune in to find out what we have to say about this topic.