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Understanding The Connections Between Porn Addiction and Alcohol Addiction - with Jeremy Lipkowitz

Sunday 23rd February 2025

Hamish chats with Jeremy Lipkowitz about the connections between porn and alcohol addiction, sharing insights into recovery and the impact on mental health.
42 minutes
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Exploring the Link Between Porn and Alcohol Addiction with Jeremy Lipkowitz

Episode Overview

  • Addiction, whether to porn or alcohol, shares similar root causes.
  • Mindfulness and meditation can be powerful tools in recovery.
  • Societal norms often make it difficult to recognise and discuss porn addiction.
  • Isolation can worsen addictive behaviours.
  • Understanding and addressing the root causes of addiction is crucial for recovery.
At the fundamental level, all addiction is really the same.
In this episode of Sober Awkward, Hamish sits down with Jeremy Lipkowitz, a top expert in porn addiction recovery, to discuss the surprising connections between porn and alcohol addiction. Jeremy, who has battled and overcome his own struggles with porn addiction, shares his personal journey and the lessons he's learned along the way. The conversation covers the similarities between these two types of addiction, including how they impact mental health and relationships.
Jeremy's insights into the root causes of addiction and the importance of mindfulness and meditation in recovery are both enlightening and relatable. They also touch on the societal norms that make it difficult to recognize and talk about porn addiction, and how isolation can exacerbate the problem. By drawing parallels between porn and alcohol addiction, this episode provides valuable perspectives for anyone dealing with addictive behaviours.
It's an honest and open discussion that sheds light on a topic often shrouded in shame. If you're looking to understand more about addiction and recovery, this episode is a must-listen.