Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships

How To Heal Love Addiction for Women With Inner Child Work

From visualizing our younger selves to nurturing those parts of us that still need love, care, and attention, we talk with guest Heather Cronemiller to explore how these practices help us heal, especially from love addiction.

While the work is deeply personal, both men and women can benefit from this approach—though there are differences unique to each.

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Mastering Communication: Tools to Navigate Reactivity and Build Connection With Sherod Miller and Dan Lord

Join us with our special guest Sherod Miller and Dan Lord, we dive into the critical topic of communication and effective tools for connection.

 

In this episode, we welcome special guests Sherrod Miller and Dan Lord, creators of the innovative Awareness Wheel. This practical tool, supported by neuroscience and years of research, offers insight into personal and relational dynamics. They’ve developed two comprehensive workbooks: one for deepening inner awareness and another for enhancing interaction skills. Learn more at awarenesswheel.com and couplescommunication.com.

 

🧠 Let’s bridge the gap between science and relationships to create meaningful change.

 

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A Guide to Building Connection & Understanding with Sherod Miller and Dan Lord

Unlock the power of the Awareness Wheel in this insightful video with Sherod Miller and Dan Lord. This framework breaks down human perception, emotions, thoughts, and actions to enhance communication, build stronger relationships, and resolve conflicts. Learn how each zone—Action, Sensory Data, Thoughts, Emotions, and Wants—can transform your understanding of yourself and others.

Discover how focusing on both wants for self and wants for others leads to healthier, more meaningful connections. Whether you're a professional or just someone looking to improve your interpersonal skills, this tool is a game-changer!

#AwarenessWheel #PsychologyTools #CommunicationSkills #ConflictResolution #SelfAwareness

The Four R's: Transforming Reactions with the Awareness Wheel with Sherod Miller and Dan Lord

In this episode, we with special guests Sherod Miller and Dan Lord explore another transformative element of the Awareness Wheel: recognizing and managing our reactions. Reactions are deeply rooted in our body and mind, and understanding them is a key step toward emotional balance and intentional action. 🌟

Learn how to identify reactions and navigate them with the Four R’s framework:
1️⃣ Recognize: Catch the reaction early and name it—""name it to tame it.""
2️⃣ Rebalance: Center yourself through mindfulness and breathwork to restore calm.
3️⃣ Reflect: Turn inward to analyze and understand what triggered the reaction.
4️⃣ Respond: Choose constructive actions that align with your values and goals.

Through this process, you'll gain self-awareness, build a stronger connection between your mind and body, and cultivate the ability to respond with choice rather than react impulsively.

💡 Whether you're working on personal growth, emotional regulation, or mindfulness practices, this approach provides actionable steps for meaningful change.

Addressing Sex Addiction, Infidelity, and Relationship Dynamics

In this special ""Mailbag"" episode of Conversations on Sex, Addiction, and Relationships, you ask and we listened to your listener-submitted questions about navigating complex issues around sex addiction, infidelity, and relationship struggles. From differentiating between addiction and betrayal to understanding love addiction and managing gaslighting, our team tackles it all with a compassionate, open approach. 

We share insights into recognizing patterns, assessing behaviors, and finding effective ways to seek help, including professional assessments and personal support options. 

Join the conversation as we answer your questions and work towards healthier relationships together.

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Is An Affair Sex Addiction?

📬 Mailbag Question: ""Is my partner's infidelity a sign of sex addiction or just bad behavior?""

In this discussion, we explore the differences between infidelity and addictive behavior. When does a pattern of cheating signal a deeper issue like love or sex addiction? We dive into the key signs—obsession, compulsive behavior, using the affair as a coping mechanism—and the importance of identifying patterns across multiple behaviors. Addiction often goes beyond a single behavior, showing up in a ""trifecta"" of actions like pornography, fantasy, or inappropriate boundaries.

Not sure how to distinguish between harmful habits and addiction in your relationship? Tune in to hear our insights, and let us know if you’ve experienced something similar.

#Addiction #RelationshipAdvice #Infidelity #SexAddiction #BehaviorPatterns #MentalHealth #CopingSkills

Convinced Husband Is A Sex Addict - What Do I Do?

📬 Mailbag Question: ""I'm convinced my husband is a sex addict, but he won’t admit it. When I confront him, he denies everything—even things I’ve seen myself. Gaslighting and rage have become the norm. How can I encourage him to open up? I want to work on this because I love him.""

In this episode, we unpack this listener's question about managing a partner’s denial and gaslighting, especially when it involves addiction concerns. We discuss the importance of setting boundaries, effective ways to communicate, and the essential steps to take for your own mental health. Remember, seeking counseling and personal support can be empowering when facing difficult relationship dynamics like these.

Tune in to hear our thoughts, and let us know what advice you would offer in a similar situation.

#Relationships #Addiction #Gaslighting #Boundaries #MentalHealth #RelationshipAdvice #Healing 

Dr. Patrick Carnes, father of sex addiction, speaks.

Dr. Carnes, who first identified sex addiction, shares...

Throughout this engaging discussion, Dr. Carnes shares his journey of pioneering sex addiction treatment and delves into the scientific understanding of addiction as it relates to both adults and children. He reflects on decades of doing therapy and conducting research on sex addiction but all addictions and his view of the future

Tune in to hear insights on how addiction impacts younger generations, the role of technology, and why understanding sex addiction is more relevant than ever.

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Technology in Families causing sex addiction?

Whether it's scrolling through our phones or getting lost in a digital world, fubbing can distance us from real connections with family and friends. This experience is common across families today, where parents and children alike may find themselves disconnected due to screen time.

As we look deeper, the shift in our culture from in-person to online interactions has impacted social development and even academic achievement. This shift is clear when comparing how kids and families used to connect through shared activities versus today’s digital distractions. By understanding fubbing, we can start to reshape these connections and make intentional choices in our relationships.

👉 Don’t miss out on this eye-opening conversation! Stay tuned for our full episode with Patrick Carnes.

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Addiction in Children with Patrick Carnes: Gaming, Internet & Porn

When we think of childhood illnesses, we often think of physical issues like heart disease or cancer. But addiction is affecting children in significant ways, and the evidence is growing. Around the world, researchers are finding that young people are being exposed to multiple addictive influences—gaming, the internet, and explicit content—at an alarming rate.

Every hour, hundreds of children are exposed to explicit content online, with about a third of them potentially facing lifelong struggles. In this video, we’ll explore these findings, real-world implications, and the challenges schools are facing in managing digital devices and content post-pandemic.

👉 Don’t miss this important conversation. Stay tuned for our full episode with Patrick Carnes. #Sexaddiction #Addiction #Podcast #SexualAddiction #BetrayalTrauma