Four Things Your Marriage Needs to Survive Sexual Addiction

Married couple Have you ever had a survival kit? They are usually built to optimize efficiency, sustain life, and to sustain you until you find life giving resources. Sometimes the items in the survival kit taste horrible, seem difficult to use, or simply leave you wondering, “What do I do with that?” This is a perfect illustration [...]
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PTSD & War Heroes, Spiritual Needs of Our Returning Veterans

Two soldiers on patrol 8The Bible begins and ends with a war. The classic “good vs. evil” narrative is the central storyline of God’s word. Before George Lucas and Star Wars, we had God walking in the Garden of Eden and His nemesis, a serpent, waging war in the most epic “Good vs. Evil” story that the world has [...]
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What Do I Tell People While I Am in Sex Addiction Treatment?

Teen struggling with prescription drug use When it comes to kids asking about sex, there have always been jokes, cringing, embarrassment, and confusion. What do I say, how do I protect them yet equip them, where is the line, are they too young to even ask the question? These questions and many more get fumbled by countless parents every day, and [...]
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How Do Intimacy Issues Manifest Differently in Men & Women?

Couple struggling with intimacy issues There has long been a cultural notion that men and women generally differ in how they express and create intimacy. I am sure you have heard something to the effect of: “men like doing and women like talking.” Interestingly, these differences are actually seen even in the young. Whether we have culturally shaped our little [...]
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What Are the First Steps in Seeking Rehab for Sex Addiction?

Woman near the water When I go climbing outside, I am very aware of the dangers and the importance of preparing. Step-by-step I look over my harness, my rope and the rest of my gear. Are there any serious signs of ware? Any loose threads? Anything passed its “safe use” expiration date? If I am not on the lookout [...]
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