Nate Larkin, David Hampton
Episode 140 -- Silicon Valley Recovery with Jason Portnoy
Episode 140 -- Silicon Valley Recovery with Jason Portnoy
Episode 140 -- Silicon Valley Recovery with Jason Portnoy
Friday 4th November 2022
Join Jason Portnoy on Positive Sobriety Podcast as he discusses his journey from porn addiction to recovery with hosts Nate Larkin and David Hampton.
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Get the buttons here!Jason Portnoy: From Silicon Valley to Sobriety
It's a healing process that is progressive and that requires the support of caring, empathetic, gracious, understanding others.
Ever wondered how someone can rise in the high-stakes world of Silicon Valley while battling a hidden addiction? In this episode of the Positive Sobriety Podcast, hosts Nate Larkin and David Hampton chat with Jason Portnoy, a venture capitalist and survivor of porn and sex addiction. Jason's journey, chronicled in his memoir 'Silicon Valley Pornstar', is a gripping tale of struggle and redemption.
He opens up about the childhood experiences that fueled his addiction, the isolating nature of porn addiction, and how therapy and life coaching played crucial roles in his recovery. Jason also delves into the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions and the transformative power of spiritual practices. His candid discussion about the intersection of his career in Silicon Valley and his addiction offers a unique perspective on how high-pressure environments can exacerbate personal struggles.
Throughout the conversation, Jason highlights the importance of sharing one's story to help others overcome shame and judgment. This episode is a compelling listen for anyone interested in the complexities of addiction and the paths to recovery.