Breaking the Cycle
Description
Anyone who has struggled with sex addiction knows that living with constant sexual compulsions can be extremely difficult. But summoning the courage to find help for this condition can be even more of a challenge. If addictions to pornography, strip clubs, massage parlors, prostitutes, phone sex, or chat rooms have made you feel trapped, this book can help you find a way to break free.
Written by a former sex addict who specializes in counseling people who suffer from sexually compulsive behavior, Breaking the Cycle presents a step-by-step plan to enjoying a life of productivity and purpose. You can free yourself from the powerful, compulsive urges that may have damaged your career, finances, or relationships with friends and family. The exercises in this book will show you how to regain control of your life and build meaningful intimate connections with others.
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Andrew Adleman, MA, is a writer and book editor in the greater Los Angeles area. He has formerly worked in the movie industry and as a psychotherapist.
Content
- Intro
- Introduction
- Chapter 1
- Are You Under the Spell of Sex Addiction?
- Chapter 2
- Identifying the Voices in Your Amphitheater
- Chapter 3
- You Are Not Your Mind
- Chapter 4
- C.S.I.-Clues to Your Unique Story
- Chapter 5
- What's Always True Knowing Your Essential Self
- Chapter 6
- The Blonde in the Beemer What to Do When You're Out of Control
- Chapter 7
- Where You Hurt the Most Your Original Emotional Wound
- Chapter 8
- Break the Cycle of Self-Blame Stepping Beyond Your Story
- Chapter 9
- Blue Sky and High Heels Understanding Your Addictive Impulses
- Chapter 10
- You Always Have a Choice
- Chapter 11
- Your Red Light Guy Change Sexual Energy into Positive Behavior
- Chapter 12
- First Thought Wrong Learn Not to Trust the Thoughts of Your Addict
- Chapter 13
- Who's in Charge Here? Taking a Stand With Your Addict
- Chapter 14
- How Good Can You Stand It? Connecting with Yourself and Others
- Chapter 15
- The Incredible Pleasure of True Intimacy
- Chapter 16
- Tell the Young Men
- References
