Consider Before Consuming

How The Normalization of Pornography Impacted My Life

Apr 10, 2024

Bailey shares her harrowing journey of porn addiction stemming from a toxic relationship, highlighting the need to address the normalization of pornography. The discussion explores the impact of porn on relationships, the importance of recognizing abuse, and advocating for change in societal views towards porn consumption.

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Quick takeaways

Normalization of porn in relationships can lead to coercion and abuse.

Having open conversations about porn can prevent abusive relationships and addiction.

Deep dives

Impact of Pornography on Relationships

Being introduced to pornography in high school by her boyfriend led Bailey into an abusive relationship where porn addiction negatively affected her. The normalization of porn in their relationship escalated into coercion, force, and abuse. Quitting porn improved Bailey's life and her view of relationships, enhancing her marriage.

Introduction

2min

Unraveling the Impact of Pornography Addiction on Relationships

11min

Escaping an Abusive Relationship

6min

Effects of Unrestricted Phone Access on Pornography Consumption

2min

The Impact of Normalized Pornography on Self-Esteem and Relationships

8min

The Power of Sharing Personal Stories Online

7min

Reflections on Abuse, Transformation, and Understanding

13min

Exploring Connection and Accountability for Quitting Porn

2min

*Trigger Warning: This episode contains brief discussions of sexual abuse. Listener discretion is advised.

Bailey was first exposed to porn in high school by her boyfriend, whose porn consumption fueled her abuse and led to her own porn addiction. Once Bailey started to realize the harmful effects of porn, she was able to understand the role porn played in her experience and now publicly shares her story to help others understand the negative impacts of porn. Bailey discusses the importance of having conversations in order to shift the conversation around porn and reject its normalization.

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Episode Resources

Article: Does Porn Normalize Sexual Violence in Teen Relationships?

Article: 3 Ways Porn Culture is Becoming Normalized in Every Day Society

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