12th Step Podcast
12th Step Podcast
Love & Addiction: Can Someone with a Sexual Addiction Truly Love Their Partner?
Love & Addiction: Can Someone with a Sexual Addiction Truly Love Their Partner?
Love & Addiction: Can Someone with a Sexual Addiction Truly Love Their Partner?
Friday 21st February 2025
Explore whether someone with a sexual addiction can truly love their partner in this heartfelt episode of The 12th Step Podcast.
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27 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Sexual addiction can complicate feelings of love.
- Recovery can deepen one's capacity to love.
- Addiction often creates a sense of duality in relationships.
- Healthy connections are crucial for recovery.
- Love involves daily choices and conscious decisions.
I don't think it ever diminished the love that I had for her
Can someone with a sexual addiction truly love their partner? That's the burning question tackled in this episode of The 12th Step Podcast. Hosts Gary, Mike, and Daniel dive into the heart of addiction and its impact on relationships, sharing their own experiences and insights. They discuss how addiction can complicate feelings of love, often creating a sense of duality where one might feel like they're living two separate lives.
But is love and addiction really at odds, or can they coexist in a healthy relationship? The hosts argue that recovery can actually deepen one's capacity to love, as it involves learning to connect with oneself and others in healthier ways. They share personal anecdotes about how their relationships evolved as they progressed in their recovery journeys. One host even describes his marriage as an ongoing choice, where every day he consciously decides to be with his partner.
Another highlights the sensory nature of love and how addiction can dull these senses, making it hard to experience love fully. Yet, through recovery, these senses can be sharpened, allowing for a more profound connection with loved ones. The episode is filled with raw and honest reflections, making it a must-listen for anyone grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is.
By the end, you'll have a deeper understanding of how love and addiction intersect and what true love looks like in the context of recovery. So, if you're curious about whether someone struggling with sexual addiction can truly love their partner, this episode offers valuable perspectives and hope for healing. Tune in to explore these complex dynamics and gain insights that could transform your approach to love and recovery.