Anger and porn addiction—what do they have in common? At first, it might seem like the answer is nothing.
But think about it: how many times have you been angry, and shortly afterward found yourself relapsing on porn?
Or maybe you felt stressed or frustrated after a hard day at work, only to come home and slip up.
Doesn’t the shame you feel after watching porn feel similar to the shame after losing your temper in a big fight?
In this episode, I’m going to show you the connection between anger and porn addiction, uncover their root causes, and share one simple mental technique to overcome both.
Anger and Porn Addiction Are Symptoms, Not the Cause
We often view anger as the problem. We tell ourselves:
- If I could just get my anger under control...
- I just need to breathe, think positively, or be more disciplined...
- Why can’t I stop being so selfish?
The same pattern shows up with pornography addiction:
- If I could just stop watching porn, my life would be so much better...
- I need to distract myself, stay busy, or focus on exercise...
But here’s the truth: anger and porn addiction aren’t the real problem. They’re symptoms of something deeper.
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