After discovery, one question echoes louder than any other. Was it something I did?Was I not enough?Did I miss the signs? For partners of men struggling with sex, porn, or process addictions, self-blame often arrives immediately. Even when logic says otherwise, the nervous system searches for a reason that restores a sense of control. This […]
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Addiction, Family, health and wellness, Partners, Recovery, Sex Addiction, sobriety
Setting Boundaries: A Script for Wives
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Jan
Jan
When your husband is struggling with addiction, boundaries can feel confusing, scary, and emotionally loaded. Many wives know they need boundaries, but they do not know what boundaries are supposed to sound like, how to communicate them without escalating conflict, or how to follow through without feeling cruel or abandoning. Boundaries are not punishments.They are […]
Addiction, Gambling Addiction, health and wellness, Mental Health, Pornography, Sex Addiction, Treatment
When Willpower Isn’t Enough: When Men Need Professional Treatment
10
Jan
Jan
Most men entering recovery believe one thing above all else:If I just try harder, this will change. Willpower feels like strength. Discipline feels like the answer. For many men, pushing through discomfort has worked in other areas of life. But addiction does not respond to effort the way careers, fitness, or productivity do. When willpower […]
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Jan
Jan
Early sobriety can feel surprisingly good. Many men experience a burst of energy, optimism, and confidence in the weeks following sobriety. Sleep improves. Relationships feel lighter. Anxiety may decrease. Motivation returns. This phase is often referred to as the “pink cloud.” While this experience can be encouraging, it can also be misleading. When misunderstood, the […]