Why Stress Triggers Porn Addiction — And How to Break the Pattern
If you struggle with porn addiction and find yourself relapsing whenever life gets stressful or overwhelming, this episode is for you.
Sam Tielemans, licensed therapist and expert in porn addiction recovery, reveals the hidden link between stress and pornography use — and how to break the cycle for good.
You’ll discover:
- Why stress and overwhelm often trigger porn urges
- How your brain becomes conditioned to seek porn as an emotional escape
- The 5-step framework to stop using porn as a coping mechanism
- How to handle stress without turning to pornography
- Real client examples of men who rewired their patterns and overcame relapse
- How to start rebuilding trust in your marriage after porn use
Whether you’re trying to quit porn, overcome chronic porn relapses, or heal your relationship from the damage porn has caused, this episode will give you a clear, actionable path forward.
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