Should We Consider a “Sex Fast”? And IF so, HOW do we NOT become “Disconnected” in the Process?
In Episode 224, Mark & Steve discuss a topic that many couples face—the addict in recovery is trying to stay sober from his use of porn and other sex addiction outlets. At the same time, his partner i...
16 Apr 202432min
Now that my Sex/Porn Addiction is Out in the Open, my Betrayed Partner is Lashing Out! How do we Navigate this?!
In episode 223, Mark & Steve address a submission by a PBSE listener who is in long-term recovery from his porn and sex addiction. At the same time, after many years of gaslighting, lying and multiple...
9 Apr 202434min
Both Partners Have a Porn Addiction History. One is Pursuing Real Recovery and the other Refuses to do so; Now What?
In episode 222 of the PBSE podcast, hosts Mark and Steve delve into a deeply personal and challenging topic after receiving a unique submission from a listener. The episode focuses on a couple where b...
2 Apr 202433min
How Can "Love" and "Attraction" Evolve Through Disclosure and the Recovery/Healing Process?
Episode 221 comes in response to the heart-felt submission by a PBSE listener struggling after the disclosure of her porn and sex addicted partner. Have you ever felt the flame of love flicker and fea...
26 Mars 202435min
How Can my Family & Friends Support Me & My Partner in Recovery? How Much Should We Share & with Whom?
In Episode 220, Mark & Steve talk about a challenge in porn/sex addiction and betrayal trauma healing that is all about a "third party"—the family and friends of the addict and partner. Here's a situa...
19 Mars 202430min
I Have Habitually, Continually Lied to My Partner! Is There Any Hope for Me and Us?
In Episode 219, Mark & Steve get super passionate in addressing a heart-felt, yet tragic submission from a PBSE listener. Here's what he had to say— Hi, I would love it if you guys could do a podcast...
12 Mars 202435min
As an Addict, are you “Weaponizing your Weaknesses” as a Reason to NOT Commit to and Live “Real” Recovery?
In Episode 218, we address two similar questions that we received from partners who are in betrayal trauma healing as a result of their addict spouse's sex/porn addiction behaviors. Here's an excerpt ...
5 Mars 202433min
After Deeply Betraying Her, How do I Help my Partner Feel Truly “Chosen” Again?
We want to thank a courageous partner for submitting the situation and question for Episode 217. Here's what she shared— Hi Mark and Steve, I want to thank you for making this podcast and continuing ...
27 Feb 202434min
