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Joshua Shea - Recovering from Porn, Alcohol, and Trauma
Joshua Shea - Recovering from Porn, Alcohol, and Trauma
Joshua Shea - Recovering from Porn, Alcohol, and Trauma
Saturday 17th April 2021
Hear Joshua Shea's story of battling porn, alcohol, and trauma, and how he found hope and recovery on The Addictive Pod.
49 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
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Get the buttons here!Joshua Shea's Path to Healing: Overcoming Porn, Alcohol, and Trauma
I could count on pornography and I could count on alcohol to always be there for me. Because, when you think about it, think about you know, looking at pornography online, you don't have to, you don't have to talk to these people.
Imagine facing addiction on multiple fronts—porn, alcohol, and deep-seated trauma. That's the reality Joshua Shea shares with Adrian in this episode of The Addictive Pod. Once a successful magazine publisher, Joshua's life took a dramatic turn when his addictions led to legal troubles and forced him into a period of intense self-reflection. He opens up about the root causes of his struggles, shedding light on how unresolved childhood trauma played a significant role in his addictive behaviors.
Joshua dives into the similarities between alcohol and porn addiction, emphasizing how both can serve as escapes from painful emotions. His candid discussion reveals how these addictions isolated him from his family and work, pushing him towards a breaking point. But it was at this lowest ebb that Joshua began his journey to recovery, starting with rehab and later by writing and speaking out about his experiences.
Today, Joshua is a vocal advocate for addiction recovery, aiming to dismantle the stigma surrounding it and inspire others to seek help. Through his books and public talks, he offers a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with addiction. If you're looking for a story of resilience and transformation, Joshua's journey is a compelling listen.