Focus on the Family with Jim Daly Rescuing Your Marriage from Pornography (Part 2 of 2)
Nov 13, 2025
Rosie McKinney, an author and speaker, shares her powerful journey of rescuing her marriage from pornography. She discusses how porn acts as an intimacy disorder, highlighting the role of shame in its addiction cycle. Rosie offers insights into the effects of porn on the brain and its increasing prevalence among women and youth. She emphasizes the importance of full disclosure and support communities in recovery. With hope and practical steps, she aims to inspire couples to rebuild their relationships.
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Porn Is A Symptom, Not The Core Problem
- Pornography often masks a deeper intimacy disorder rather than being the core problem.
- Recovery means building a new level of vulnerability, honesty, and authenticity in marriage.
Shame Fuels The Addiction Cycle
- Shame drives pornography use as a coping mechanism to manage internal pain.
- The more someone uses porn to cope, the deeper the shame and the stronger the cycle becomes.
Betrayal Breaks Attachment And Safety
- Discovery of porn use registers as a primal attachment rupture and can trigger PTSD-like symptoms in spouses.
- Deception upends a wife's sense of safety because it shatters her understanding of the shared past and future.
