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Sathiya Sam UNVEILS The ONLY Way To End An Addiction

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Dec 27, 2024
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Sathiya Sam
Sathiya Sam, an addiction recovery coach specializing in guiding men through addictive behaviors, joins Adam Lane Smith and Andrey Korikov. They delve into the emotional roots of addiction, highlighting how trauma and unmet needs often fuel these behaviors. Sathiya emphasizes the significance of emotional awareness and supportive networks for lasting recovery. The discussion includes transformative approaches to healing, shifting identities from addiction to authentic living, and critiquing traditional mental health models in favor of coaching.
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INSIGHT

Porn's True Purpose

  • Pornography isn't about meeting sexual needs, but satiating deeper ones.
  • These unmet needs drive compulsive viewing due to its rewarding nature.
ANECDOTE

Athlete's Struggle

  • Sathiya Sam discusses a professional athlete client who struggled with pornography.
  • Despite discipline and self-control, the athlete's loneliness and insecurity fueled his addiction.
INSIGHT

Porn as a Symptom

  • Adam Lane Smith emphasizes that porn is a symptom, not the core issue.
  • It fills a gap created by unmet needs, highlighting the importance of addressing underlying problems.
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