The podcast dedicated to helping men to work through their sex, porn, and masturbation addictions.
On this episode of The Chainbreaker Podcast, Mistress Alisa sits down with special guest "Chuck" to dismantle one of the most persistent myths surrounding sexual addictions. Many people assume that sexual addictions are about orgasms and/or about the pursuit of power. Those assumptions sound logical on the surface, but they are not accurate and they keep people stuck. When recovery efforts are built on the idea that the c...
In this Chainbreaker episode, we confront a pattern that is far more common than most men want to admit they engage in on their sexual addiction recovery journey. It is the act of approaching mentors, coaches, partners, and support spaces under the guise of wanting help, while secretly protecting the very behaviors that keep them stuck. Many men enter healing spaces without the mindset required for real transformation. They arrive ...
In this episode of The Chainbreaker Podcast, we take a hard, honest look at why so many men stay stuck in their sexual addiction cycles even while appearing to “do the work.” Too many men show up, participate in groups, talk a good game, read the books, or exchange casual check-ins with accountability partners, yet never touch the wounded, neglected, or underdeveloped parts of themselves that actually require healing. This episode ...
In this episode of Chainbreaker, we go beyond surface-level recovery to uncover the deeper truth: real healing doesn’t come from denying your sexual urges or running from temptation — it comes from transforming desire itself. Many men try to “white-knuckle” their way through addiction, believing that self-control alone will save them. However, denial only feeds the shadows. True recovery begins when you stop hiding from your desire...
In this episode of The Chainbreaker Podcast, we confront one of the most dangerous and overlooked realities of modern society — the system that has been intentionally designed to shape men into sexual addicts and women into sexual objects - from early exposure to sexualized media to the normalization of pornography and hookup culture. We live in a world where cultural conditioning, technology, and global industries work together to...
In this episode of The Chainbreaker Podcast, we break down why taking recovery one step at a time isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. Too many men try to skip ahead in their sexual recovery work, only to find themselves stumbling and falling back into old patterns.
True sexual addiction recovery is a process. It’s a journey that demands patience, presence, and discipline. You will never stop being an addict—but you can stop being co...
In this episode of The Chainbreaker Podcast, we dive into how men can tackle sexual addiction recovery on their own, even if they can't access one-on-one coaching. Learn how, when, and why to confront the deeper, scarier parts of yourself, embrace discomfort, and stop running from the hard work of self-reflection. While independent recovery comes with challenges—overwhelm, discomfort, and moments of doubt—this episode provides...
In this episode of Chainbreaker, Mistress Alisa tackles one of the hardest realities men face in sexual addiction recovery: the crushing guilt that comes with “failing” and slipping back into old patterns of sex, porn, or masturbation. Far too many men believe recovery should be a straight line forward—and when they relapse, they label themselves weak, broken, or hopeless; and they tend to give up. This episode helps to dismantle t...
In this unapologetically honest episode, we pull back the curtain on a silent epidemic—men’s emotional dependence on sexual pleasure. This isn’t about shame or blame. It’s about revealing how boys are conditioned to bury emotion, celebrate numbness, and turn to sex as their only outlet for comfort, validation, and self-worth. From childhood wounds to cultural programming, we unpack how your entire emotional system got hijacked—and ...
In this raw and unflinching episode, we dig beneath the surface of sexual addiction to uncover the deeper ache driving the cycle: the longing to be loved - and the tragic ways addicts sabotage that love before they ever get the chance to receive it.
Meet Sid, a cautionary tale of what happens when you fake recovery, rush intimacy, and weaponize women’s hearts in your pursuit of healing. His story is a wake-up call to every man who t...
In this transformative episode, we dive into one of the most important truths in sex addiction recovery: Mindset. Far too often, men attempt to break free from porn, sex, and masturbation addictions while clinging to the same beliefs, habits, and thought patterns that kept them trapped. However, true healing requires more than just behavior change. It requires a renewed mind.
We'll explore how dysfunctional thinking - shame, en...
In this raw and transformative episode, we dive deep into the journey from compulsion to connection. "Transitioning From Sexual Addict to Lover" explores what it means to move beyond the empty highs of addiction and step into the vulnerability, courage, and intimacy required to love—and be loved.
This episode offers practical insights, mindset shifts, and hope for those ready to stop performing and start feeling. If you’re...
In this empowering episode, we tackle a question many men silently fear: Will recovery mean the end of my sexuality? The answer is a resounding no.
You'll learn why healing from sex addiction doesn’t mean giving up desire, pleasure, or your unique sexual interests. Instead, it’s about addressing the root character flaws—like dishonesty, selfishness, and emotional immaturity—that fuel addiction and keep you stuck in cycles of sh...
In this episode of Chainbreaker, we dive deep into the harsh reality of why sexual addicts struggle to build and maintain healthy relationships. Many believe that love and commitment can override addiction, but the truth is far more complex.
We’ll explore the destructive patterns that sexual addiction breeds—dishonesty, emotional detachment, unrealistic expectations, and a constant need for novelty. These behaviors create cycles of ...
Not everyone who seeks help for sexual (sex/porn/masturbation) addiction is truly looking for recovery. Some are just looking for another way to feed their addiction - using therapy, accountability groups, and even their partners as tools to manipulate and deceive.
In this episode of Chainbreaker, I expose the mind games that sexual addicts play when they pretend to be on the road to recovery but are actually using counseling sessio...
In this episode of The Chainbreaker Podcast, we dive into the misunderstood concept of willpower in sexual addiction recovery. Many men only start to consider self-control when their addiction has already wreaked havoc on their lives - but by then, relying on willpower alone is ineffective. Recovery is not about sheer force of will. Rather, it’s about embracing truth and integrity. In today's episode, I help to uncover why foc...
In this thought-provoking episode, we dive into a critical distinction that many men struggling with sex, porn, and masturbation addiction often blur: the difference between sex and love. While society frequently glorifies physical intimacy as the ultimate expression of love, this episode reveals why such an outlook can be damaging—both to relationships and to an individual's personal well-being.
I explore how addiction skews p...
In this raw and eye-opening episode, we confront the harsh realities of how sexual addiction wreaks havoc on relationships. This isn’t about sugarcoating or sidestepping the truth. It’s a call for men to wake up and face the behaviors that damage their partners, families, and themselves.
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Embarking on the road to recovery from sex, porn, and masturbation addictions can feel overwhelming, especially when false starts threaten progress. In this episode, we dive deep into the common pitfalls that derail men at the beginning of their recovery journey. We'll explore numerous traps that oftentimes keep men from meeting their goals, while sharing practical tools to build a foundation for lasting change.
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In this episode, we dive into the concept of the "default mode" of sexual addiction—those automatic patterns and behaviors that take over during idle moments, emotional vulnerability, or specific triggers. We discuss how to identify these habitual cycles by recognizing the times, places, and emotional states that tend to activate addictive behaviors. Whether you’re at the beginning of your journey or looking for tools to ...
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