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How Free Do You Think Americans are…Really?
The Illusion of Freedom Every July 4th, we light fireworks, wave flags, and sing the songs of liberty. But beneath the surface of our country-wide celebration lies a quietly unsettling question: How free are we…really? Are we as free as our ancestors? Are we even as free as our parents? The data shows we are
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If Want to go Fast…Go Together
For years, I’ve heard the African saying, “If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.” I felt inspired by the wisdom of the proverb. Rudyard Kipling memorialized this saying in his own words, ““He travels fastest who travels alone.” The saying indicates that speed is achieved alone
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Sobriety Counterfeits Recovery
There are major misconceptions that keep people trapped in emotional cycles, and one of the biggest counterfeits is sobriety masquerading as recovery. Sobriety is often viewed as the ultimate goal in recovery, but what if sobriety alone isn’t enough? What if, by focusing solely on sobriety, we are counterfeiting true recovery? While sobriety is a
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Eight Empowering Ways to Help Your Man Overcome Pornography
When a husband or boyfriend struggles with unwanted pornography viewing, it can be deeply painful and challenging for a woman. Please know his behavior is not your fault, it is not your responsibility, and yet it is an opportunity. Your support can play a significant role in his journey toward healing and true recovery. It
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You’re Not Addicted to Pornography, You’re Addicted to Shame
The American Addictions Center defines pornography addiction as “a behavioral addiction that is characterized by an ever-growing compulsion to view pornographic content or material despite adverse consequences.” Notice the word “behavioral.” Most men I’ve worked with are not clinically addicted to pornography, however, they are addicted to shame. They exhibit the behaviors without being clinically addicted. The True
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The Definition of Sobriety
Recently I had the privilege of talking with Todd Sylvester on his podcast, “Beliefcast”. After struggling with a drug addiction for 10 years, Todd found his way out and has now been clean for 34 years. He now helps others on their path to recovery by sharing what he’s learned along his own journey. What intrigued me the
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Sobriety vs. Recovery: A Path to True Healing
Sobriety is the first step to recovery, and it is a step that cannot be overlooked. Sobriety prepares the way for healing, like plucking out weeds before the ground is plowed and readied for a new crop. Taking that first step to healing is something to be celebrated and recognized as a valuable achievement. However,