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All Your Inner Child Wants is Comfort — Eddie Capparucci

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Sep 14, 2020
Eddie Capparucci, a specialist in treating sexual and pornography addictions and author of "Going Deeper," discusses the importance of understanding the inner child in relation to adult behaviors. He details the nine types of inner children and how unresolved childhood trauma can trigger compulsive behaviors. Capparucci emphasizes the need for mindfulness to help manage these emotional triggers and empower men to find comfort without relying on sexual activity. His insights provide a transformative lens for healing and personal growth.
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INSIGHT

Inner Child's Primary Need

  • The inner child desires comfort, often seeking it through sexual activity.
  • Understanding this can empower individuals to change compulsive behaviors.
ANECDOTE

Canceled Lunch Trigger

  • Eddie gives an example of a canceled lunch triggering childhood rejection memories.
  • This unresolved pain can lead to seeking comfort in unhealthy ways, like sex or porn.
INSIGHT

Inner Child Recovery Process

  • The inner child recovery process involves identifying and memorizing emotional triggers.
  • Recognizing these triggers allows individuals to be one step ahead of their addiction.
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