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Patterns of Power with Craig Perra (habits, mindfulness, high-performance, self-leadership)

Patterns of Power with Craig Perra (habits, mindfulness, high-performance, self-leadership)
Patterns of Power is a podcast for men in high-performance, executive, and leadership roles who want to break reactive habits that hold them back. Host Craig Perra, creator of The Mindful Habit System, presents a leadership framework that grew out of addiction treatment. The show treats distractions such as imposter syndrome, anger, procrastination, doomscrolling, alcohol, porn, gambling, and overwork as failures of self-leadership. It offers practical ways to move from chaos to command and reclaim focus, influence, and legacy.
Episodes

Why Men Need to Attend Events or Retreats | Craig Perra
Are you successful… or just successful enough to stay stuck?🔥 THE EDGE | OCTOBER 22–24 | SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIALearn more and reserve your spot:https://mindfulhabitmastery.com/the-edge1Rock bottom gets your attention. But when life is good enough, you can stay on the wrong track for years without ever being forced to change.In this episode of Patterns of Power, Craig Perra shares five powerful rea

When Success Becomes Your Identity… What Happens When It’s Gone? | NFL Veteran Alex Molden
What happens when the thing that made you successful suddenly disappears?In this episode of Patterns of Power, Craig Perra sits down with Alex Molden, former NFL first round draft pick, eight year NFL veteran, University of Oregon Hall of Famer, and leadership consultant.Alex shares the identity crisis he faced after leaving the NFL and the brutal moment a job interviewer told him, “Football is wh

You Look Healthy. But What’s Really Happening Inside Your Body? | Deepak Saini
You can look healthy, work out regularly, and still have no idea what’s actually happening inside your body.In this episode of Patterns of Power, Craig Perra sits down with Deepak Saini, a health, longevity, and performance expert who helps clients solve complex health challenges, reverse biological aging, and elevate performance.After overcoming his own battles with an autoimmune condition, obesi

The Patterns Controlling Your Life Started in Childhood: you NEED to know what they are | Anat Peri
What if the habits and patterns you hate most about yourself aren't trying to hurt you—but actually protect you?In this episode of Patterns of Power, Craig Perra sits down with Anat Peri, inner child expert, emotional intelligence speaker, and founder of Training Camp for the Soul, to explore how childhood experiences can shape the patterns we carry into adulthood.They dive into people pleasing, o

The Marriage Advice That Changed Everything | Eric & Cheri Plantenberg
What if the strongest marriages aren't built on chemistry... but on intention?In this episode of Patterns of Power, Craig sits down with Eric and Cheri Plantenberg for a conversation about what it really takes to build a relationship that grows stronger over time.They share the incredible story of how their relationship began, the lessons they learned through life's hardest seasons, and the practi

Work Addiction Is Real: What a GE Executive Lost Chasing the Big Win | CFO Cruz Gamboa
Cruz Gamboa spent 20+ years climbing to the top of General Electric — closing an $800 million deal, leading capital markets across Latin America, and earning a spot in the executive ranks. Then the CEO called to congratulate him. And he felt completely empty.In this episode of Patterns of Power, Craig Perra sits down with Cruz Gamboa, founder of Ascend Growth Ventures, to unpack what happens when

Prediction Markets: The New Addiction Nobody's Talking About | Joe Ciccolo
Prediction markets like Kalshi let you bet on presidential elections, Taylor Swift's engagement, and whether it'll snow in LA this month. Billions in annual trading volume. Near-zero consumer protections. And a younger male demographic growing faster than any other.Craig Perra sits down with Joe Ciccolo -- nationally recognized expert in digital asset regulatory compliance, founder of BitAML, and

Why Your Wife Doesn't Want Sex (And Why It's Not What You Think) | Dan Purcell
Most couples never learned how to talk about sex — let alone create a deeply connected, passionate relationship that lasts decades.In this episode of Patterns of Power, Craig sits down with Dan Purcell, founder of Get Your Marriage On, coach to hundreds of couples worldwide, host of a podcast with 1.7M+ listens, and creator of intimacy tools used by over half a million couples.Together they unpack

Your Dick Isn't Broken. Your System Is. | Erectile Dysfunction & Performance Anxiety ft. Shay Doran
Millions of men struggle with performance anxiety, erection problems, stress, shame, and intimacy issues—but almost nobody talks about it honestly.In this episode of Patterns of Power, Craig sits down with Shay Doran, who specializes in helping men overcome sexual performance anxiety and erection problems. After experiencing these struggles himself, Shay has gone on to help men around the world re

I Was A Sicko Perv: What You Watch In Secret is Robbing You Of Your Power (the r@pe instruction vid)
What you consume in private does not stay private. In this episode of Patterns of Power, Craig Perra opens up about the hidden cost of porn, secrecy, shame, and compartmentalization — especially for high-performing men who look successful on the outside but feel out of alignment behind closed doors.This is not a shame-based conversation. It is a call for honesty. Craig breaks down how private patt

This Is Why You Keep Failing (And It’s Not Your Fault)
You’ve tried willpower. Discipline. Therapy.And you still end up in the same patterns. That’s not failure.That’s a broken strategy.Your behavior isn’t random — it’s the predictable output of a system that was built long before you understood it. Once you see it, everything changes.Take the self-sabotage assessment Craig mentioned (takes 5 minutes):https://mindfulhabitmastery.com/slst

My Dad Died — 3 Lessons You Need When Life Hits Hard
My dad passed away on March 1st.This isn’t just about grief… it’s about what it exposed.In this episode, I break down the 3 lessons that hit me in real time — about triggers, pain, identity, and what actually matters when life hits you the hardest.Most men think growth means the pain goes away.That’s not how it works.The real work is being ready when it comes back.If you’ve ever felt like you “sho

Your Phone Is Destroying Your Brain...
You think distraction is a productivity problem.It’s not. It’s a health crisis.In this episode, Craig Perra breaks down 6 shocking, research-backed facts about distraction that will completely change the way you think about your phone, your focus, and your one life.From the 25-minute recovery tax your brain pays every time you get interrupted,to the neuroscience showing that — for the first time i

Why I'm Obsessed With Self-Leadership and Why You Should Be Too
What if the key to breaking destructive habits, leading at your highest level, and creating a great life wasn’t more discipline… but learning to lead yourself? In this episode of Patterns of Power, Craig Perra explains why self-leadership is the missing foundation behind real transformation.Drawing from thousands of years of faith traditions, modern psychology, leadership science, and neuroscience

The Emotional Reason Money Controls Your Life
Money isn’t just numbers.It’s memory. Emotion. Identity. Survival.In this episode, Craig sits down with Hannah Chapman to explore why money feels so charged — and how our earliest experiences quietly shape the way we earn, spend, save, and stress.Hannah breaks down how emotional safety, childhood conditioning, and nervous system patterns influence our financial decisions, often without us realizin

Why I Changed The Name from Sex Afflictions to Patters of Power
There’s a painful truth most people never admit: the men who look confident, successful, and put together are often the ones collapsing internally.They’re hiding, performing, people pleasing, and losing themselves one tiny lie at a time.In this episode, I’m explaining a major shift:my podcast is no longer called Sex Afflictions and Porn Addictions.It’s now called Patterns of Power.And I didn’t cha

Why Successful Men Feel Empty (With Aaron Velky)
There’s a painful truth most people never admit: the men who look confident, successful, and put together are often the ones quietly collapsing inside.They’re driven, disciplined, respected — and deeply disconnected. Hiding behind busyness. Chasing validation. Terrified of stillness. Losing themselves one “successful” decision at a time.Visit www.mindfulhabitmastery.com for powerful help now!In th

The Identity Shift That Ends Porn, Distraction, and Self-Sabotage with Niko Arapkiles of Vision Expresso
Most men aren’t stuck because they lack discipline.They’re stuck because they’re fighting the wrong battle.In this episode of Patterns Of Power, I sit down with Niko Arapkiles, founder of Vision Expresso, to expose the real reason change doesn’t last for most men: they try to fix behaviors without changing identity.Visit www.mindfulhabitmastery.com for powerful help now!We break down why willpower

Why “Nice Guy” Syndrome Is Destroying Men’s Lives (Interview with Dr. Robert Glover)
There’s a painful truth most people never admit: the men who look confident, successful, and put together are often the ones collapsing internally. They’re hiding, performing, people pleasing, and losing themselves one tiny lie at a time.Visit www.mindfulhabitmastery.com for powerful help now!In this episode of Patterns of Power, I sit down with Dr. Robert Glover — therapist, coach, and author of

People Pleasing Is Lying: The Truth About Energetic Abuse, Boundaries & Your Voice w/ Melanie Singer
Most people look successful but feel dead inside.They’ve lost their spark, their purpose, and their voice — and they’re stuck people pleasing, hiding the truth, and calling it “love.”In this episode of Sex Afflictions and Porn Addictions, I sit down with Melanie Spring — brand muse, international keynote speaker, and creator of Speak With Confidence — to talk about what authenticity really means,

The Christian Case for IFS: Healing Porn, Compulsivity with Jenna Riemersma ("Altogether You")
Most men are taught to hate the part of them that struggles.What if that part isn’t your enemy at all… but your protector?Buy The Book Altogether You: https://amzn.to/4rvtnexIn this groundbreaking conversation, Coach Craig sits down with trauma therapist and bestselling author Jenna Riemersma, whose book Altogether You bridges Internal Family Systems (IFS) with Christian faith in a way that is not

Why Your Relationship Is Falling Apart (And How to Fix It) with Melissa Nanavati, Relationship Coach
You can’t build a powerful life on a foundation of chaos at home. And most men don’t struggle because they don’t love their partner — they struggle because no one ever taught them how to talk about hard things without it blowing up.Download The BRAVE Framework here: https://www.melissananavati.com/BRAVEscriptsIn this powerful episode, you will learn:🔥 Why love is not enough without structure🔥 How

How Modern Society Broke Men ... with The Undaunted Man Team Geoff Laughton and Mark Johnson
They told you masculinity was toxic.They were wrong.In this episode, Craig Perra sits down with Geoff Laughton and Mark Johnson, founders of The Undaunted Man, for one of the most raw and powerful conversations you’ll hear this year.They expose how modern men have been shamed for being masculine, how this has left millions lost, numb, and disconnected, and what it takes to reclaim strength without

Christian Porn Addiction Programs Are Making It WORSE (Here’s Why)
In this episode, Coach Craig Perra tackles one of the most controversial and important topics in the church today: why so many faith-based porn recovery programs fail—and how they may actually make things worse (unintentionally of course).Drawing on over a decade of coaching pastors, Christian leaders, and men of faith, Craig exposes the hidden disconnect between sin-based approaches and neuroscie

What to Do if Your Husband Is a Sex Addict ...
If you just found out your husband is a sex addict, you’re probably feeling lost, angry, and unsure of what to do next. You’re not alone.In this episode, Craig talks about what recovery really looks like for couples facing sexual betrayal. He shares the first steps for healing, what to expect during the process, and how to protect your emotional well-being while your partner does the work to chang

Honest Sex and the Path to Real Connection with Shana James
Most men want deeper connection with their partner but don’t know how to get there - especially after recovering from sex and porn addiction. The harder they try, the more disconnected it feels.In this episode, Craig talks with Shana James, author of Honest Sex, A Passionate Path to Deepen Connection and Keep Relationships Alive, about building trust, passion, and truth in your relationship. They

Great Sex Great Life with Rob Kancler
Most men were never taught how to have a healthy sex life. Porn, shame, and silence replaced real intimacy—and it’s destroying connection, confidence, and marriages.In this episode, Craig talks with men’s coach Rob Kansler about what it really takes to create great sex and a great life. They explore how porn and peak release cycles disconnect men from their partners, why integrity and nervous syst

No More Mr Nice Guy Stop People Pleasing and Take Back Control
If you’ve spent years being the nice guy—trying to make everyone happy while secretly feeling empty or stuck in unhealthy habits—this episode is for you. Craig talks directly to married men who are ready to break free from porn addiction, people pleasing, and the patterns that keep them disconnected from their true power.Drawing on insights from No More Mr Nice Guy A Proven Plan for Getting What Y

Leaders Only - 5 Days Left Unlock Your Capacity with Patterns of Power
There are only 5 days left until we begin Patterns of Power, a 10 week experience built for leaders and professionals who have done the work but still feel drained, stuck performing, and unsure why success feels like suffocation. THE START DATE IS OCTOBER 14TH - DONE BY CHRISTMAS, START THE NEW YEAR IN SELF-LEADERSHIP!!!In this episode, Coach Craig sits down with leadership coach and author Brent

Faith, Christianity & Porn Addiction: Why Traditional Programs Fail—and a Better Way Forward
Many Christian men—including pastors and church leaders—are silently struggling with porn and sex addiction.Traditional faith-based programs often miss the mark, focusing too much on “don’t do it” rules, demonizing the addict part, and defining success as perfect sobriety.In this sex & porn addiction podcast, Coach Craig Perra shares why so many Christian men feel stuck, the hidden struggles p

Why Therapy Fails Men (and What Actually Works) | Addiction Recovery & Men’s Mental Health
Why does traditional therapy so often fail men struggling with addiction, porn, and mental health?In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Marc Azoulay, founder of Men’s Therapy Online, to talk about why the standard therapy model often doesn’t serve men — and what actually helps. We dig into:✅ Why therapy fails men (and what to look for in a therapist)✅ The loneliness crisis and why communi

From Shame to Self-Leadership: The Bold Journey of Brent Perkins
(**check out Brent's Great Offer Below)In this powerful episode of Sex Afflictions & Porn Addictions, I sit down with Brent Perkins—former corporate executive turned self-leadership powerhouse and founder of 3xBOLD. We met at the Big Tent Summit in Loveland, CO and we connected!!!Brent shares his raw, unfiltered story of climbing the corporate ladder only to realize the view from the top was e

Purpose, Power & Shadow Work with Craig Filek
What happens when you reach the top of Success Mountain and still feel empty?In this raw and powerful in-person conversation, I sit down with purpose-mapping expert Craig Filek—yes, literally at my house—to talk about what comes after success, and why so many high-achieving men crash into addiction, shame, and confusion when the dopamine runs out.We unpack:-Why men lose themselves after achieving

Healing the Father Wound, Ending Male Isolation & Reclaiming Gold – with Men’s Healer Rick Broniec
In this powerful episode of Sex Afflictions & Porn Addictions, I sit down with internationally respected men’s healer, bestselling author, and workshop facilitator Rick Broniec.With over 35 years of experience leading men’s trainings on six continents through the Mankind Project, Rick brings deep wisdom on two of the most devastating afflictions facing men today: the epidemic of isolation and

Therapist Calls Out the Broken Mental Health System | Coaching vs Therapy, Porn, & Dopamine Loops
“Most therapists and coaches suck.” That’s how licensed psychotherapist and mental performance coach Vincent Infante opens this powerful episode of Sex Afflictions & Porn Addictions.In this no-holds-barred conversation with Craig Perra, founder of The Mindful Habit, you’ll hear two men who’ve been through hell, done the work, and now help others navigate out of the darkness—especially men drow

Sex & Porn Addiction: Why All-or-Nothing Recovery Fails (And What Works Instead
If you've ever promised yourself "never again"—only to fall back into the same compulsive patterns—this episode is for you.In this raw and powerful lesson, Craig Perra, founder of The Mindful Habit System, exposes why the traditional all-or-nothing, abstinence-only model for treating sex and porn addiction keeps men stuck in shame and failure.Drawing on the powerful case study of a client named Do

Understanding What Causes Porn Addiction and How to Overcome It: 9 Minutes
In this short 9 minute episode, Craig Perra, the founder of the Mindful Habit System, explores 'what causes porn addiction' and offers insights into its biological, psychological, cultural, and behavioral roots. Drawing from over a decade of experience, Craig discusses how men are trained to use porn as a coping mechanism for unmet needs, poor coping strategies, low self-esteem, shame, and secrets

What Is Sex Addiction: 3 Signs and Symptoms, and Steps to Recovery (11 minutes)
What is Sex Addiction?: 3 Signs & Symptoms, and Mission Critical Steps to RecoveryIn this video, Craig Perra, founder of the Mindful Habit System, delves into the complexities of sex addiction and its signs and symptoms.He explains what sex addiction is, its controversial diagnosis, and how it differs from frequent sexual behavior. Craig also offers a simple definition and outlines the three p

How to Step Into & Stay in Your Masculine Power – 5 Essential Steps That Actually Work (15 minute episode)
How do you stop porn habits - for good?Most men never stop their porn use, and it’s not because they’re weak. It’s because they’re using outdated tools to fight a deeply wired, incredibly difficult problem. In this video, Craig Perra—world-renowned coach and founder of The Mindful Habit System—shares the 5 essential steps that have helped thousands of men overcome porn addiction and transform thei

The Real Reason You Can’t Beat Sex & Porn Addiction (And What to Do Instead): Systems
You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.That quote from Atomic Habits by James Clear changed my life—and in this episode, I’m going to show you why it needs to change yours. If you’re struggling with sex and porn addiction, or supporting someone who is, you’re likely overwhelmed, stuck, and maybe even hopeless.You’ve tried therapy. Support groups. Willpowe

Resentment Will Destroy You: A Must-Listen for Men Struggling w Sex & Porn Addiction
Resentment is silently fueling your addiction and sabotaging your recovery—and most men don’t even know it’s happening. In this powerful episode of Sex Afflictions & Porn Addictions, Craig Perra, world-renowned coach and creator of The Mindful Habit System, exposes the hidden force that keeps men stuck in cycles of shame, secrecy, and sabotage: resentment. If you're battling sex addiction or p

From Wounds to Wisdom: Healing, Forgiveness, and Healthy Boundaries with Barbie Moreno
In this powerful episode of Sex Afflictions & Porn Addictions, Craig Perra sits down with Barbie Moreno, founder of From Wounds to Wisdom, to explore the deep connection between childhood trauma, unhealthy coping mechanisms, and the path to healing. This conversation isn't just for men struggling with compulsive sexual behavior but also for their betrayed spouses seeking understanding, strengt

Faith, Porn Addiction, and Hope: Interview with Sathiya Sam, Founder of Deep Clean
In this episode of Sex Afflictions & Porn Addictions, we sit down with Sathiya Sam, the Founder of the DeepClean porn addiction treatment program. Sathiya shares his inspiring journey, rooted in his Christian faith, and offers potent insights into overcoming addiction, rebuilding trust, and living a life of integrity. Discover practical and faith-based solutions to overcome addiction and regai

Why Quitting Porn Might Be Bad for You? (seriously!!!!)
Did you know that quitting porn can make your life significantly worse? You need to know why!!! In this eye-opening episode, Craig Perra, world-renowned coach and creator of The Mindful Habit System, explains the hidden dangers of quitting porn and why simply stopping isn’t the solution.Drawing on years of experience helping men overcome porn addiction and compulsive sexual behavior, Craig dives d

Is Porn and Technology Really Rotting Your Brain? (8 min. mini-podcast)
Sex and Porn Addiction: Brain Rotting Effects and Recovery Tips - 8 min. longIn this eye-opening video, Craig Perra dives deep into the effects of sex and porn addiction on the brain. Discover groundbreaking research on how technology can lead to brain rot and what you can do to fight back. Learn practical tips for overcoming addiction and reclaiming control over your life. If you're struggling wi

Overcoming Sex and Porn Addiction: Proven Strategies for 2025
Welcome to my New Year's 2025 podcast! In this episode, we discuss the three levels of change necessary for overcoming sex and porn addiction. Learn actionable steps to achieve long-term success and hear my best advice on transforming habits from my 13 years of experience with the Mindful Habit System. Don't miss out on this insightful journey to better yourself! 📚Resources Mentioned:Atomic Habits

AI Critique of the Traditional Sex Addiction Treatment Model
This is entirely a nonhuman conversation generated by Notebook.LM AI. I don't plan on doing this often but I (Craig Perra) was blown away by the summary interview created based upon a video that I created a year ago. WOW. AI is coming fast. Join us on a deep-dive exploration into the compelling work of Craig Perra and his critique of the traditional sex addiction model. In this thought-provoking p

Sex Addiction, Depression, Anxiety + The Holidays .. and my almost slip and dark hole
Navigating Depression and Anxiety During the Holidays | Mindful Habit PodcastJoin Craig Perra, founder of the Mindful Habit System, as he discusses the challenging emotions that arise during the holiday season, including depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. In this deeply personal episode, Craig shares his own struggles and recent losses and offers practical strategies to cope.Learn how sel

Mastering Triggers for Sex & Porn Addicts: 4 Must Know Facts to Be Successful Long Term
Founder of The Mindful Habit System, Craig Perra dives deep into the world of triggers and how they play a crucial role in overcoming sex and porn addiction. He offers a fresh perspective on viewing triggers not as enemies but as teachers. Craig defines what triggers are, explains their role in the habit cycle, and shares four essential points about triggers that are vital for long-term success.Th

What is A CSAT? Choosing the Right Sex Addiction Therapist (6 minutes)
To Learn More About The Mindful Habit and Craig: www.mindfulhabithelp.comIn this video, Craig Perra discusses CSATs (Certified Sex Addiction Therapists) and the treatment of sex addiction. He explores the role of CSATs, founded by Dr. Patrick Carnes, who use a trauma-informed, 12-step model focusing on lifelong sobriety.Despite the benefits some find in CSATs, Craig highlights the significant deba

How to Stop Sex Addiction: My Personal Journey & Proven Steps to Recovery (8 minutes)
Are you struggling with sex addiction and searching for a way to stop? I'm Craig Perra, and in this video, I share everything I've learned over the past decade leading one of the world's top sex addiction treatment programs—and healing from my own decades-long battle with compulsive sexual behavior, lying, and shame.I was once an out-of-control executive, attorney, husband, father, and sex addict—

Sextortion's Growing Danger: Protect Yourself from Sex and Porn Addiction Scams
In this urgent podcast, the host, a former sex, porn, and drug addict turned coach and attorney, tackles the alarming surge in sextortion cases. Highlighting vulnerability especially among sex addicts, he defines sextortion as a form of blackmail where perpetrators threaten to reveal explicit material unless paid.Through real-life cases and personal experiences, he underscores the devastating cons

4 Lessons From Neuroscience and Inside Out For Sex & Porn Addicts
Join host Craig Pera on this enlightening podcast episode where he reveals how Pixar's 'Inside Out' movies offer powerful insights into tackling sex addiction and porn addiction. Craig, founder of the Mindful Habit System, dives into understanding bad habits and addictions through the lens of neuroscience and psychology. With over 12 years of experience helping men and their spouses, Craig explain

From Powerless to Powerful: Powerful Eric's Journey Through Porn Addiction
Harnessing Sexual Energy for Personal Transformation | Featuring Powerful Eric Join Craig Perra, founder of the Mindful Habit System, as he welcomes Eric Zuzak—aka Powerful Eric—to discuss the transformative power of sexual energy. In this episode, they delve into the concept of sexual transmutation from Napoleon Hill's 'Think and Grow Rich,' explore alternative methods beyond traditional 12-step

The MOST Powerful 💪 Word in Recovery & LIfe: for Sex Addicts & Spouses
The most important word in recovery and in life, according to Coach Craig. What do you think it is? In this enlightening episode, Craig Perra dives deep into the concept of being 'safe'. Discover how feeling safe is about being grounded and connected, and how it serves as the antithesis to anxiety. Learn how to regulate your central nervous system using mindfulness principles, so you can achieve a

Breaking Free from Alcohol with Chris Shatek: An Unconventional Journey
Join Craig Perra in a transformative conversation with Chris Shatek where personal struggle becomes a purposeful journey. Dive into Chris's raw and revealing origin story, tracing his path from a seasoned radio personality engulfed in alcoholism to pioneering an alternative, shame-free approach to sobriety. This episode not only challenges conventional recovery methods like the 12 steps but also o

From Betrayal Trauma to Empowerment w. Dr. Debi Silber (the pain of sexual secrets)
If you know someone struggling with betrayal and the trauma the comes from it then you MUST send them this podcast on betrayal trauma that I did with Dr. Debi Silber of the Post Betrayal Transformation Institute. 🚨 New podcast!!!!!! Exploring the Journey from Betrayal Trauma to Empowerment 🚨Have you or someone you know been affected by betrayal trauma stemming from infidelity or other sexual secr

Piece of Sh!t Mindful Training Using The Mindful Habit System for Sex & Porn Addiction
Transforming Self-Criticism into Self-Care: A Mindful Approach to Treat Sex & Porn AddictionIn this profound and transformative guide mindfulness session, we delve into the Mindful Habit System, exploring its profound impact on treating sex and porn addiction. Through a journey of self-discovery and introspection, we address the critical role of the inner critic, unveiling its significance in

Mindfulness Basic Training for Sex & Porn Addicts
Mindfulness Training for Sex & Porn Addicts. Craig teaches the basics of mindfulness and explains why it's so important not just as a treatment modality and tool, but a way of life. You will be inspired to take action!!!! In this broadcast, Coach Craig teaches three basic mindfulness training exercises for Porn & Sex Addicts. These tools will instantly give you more self-control and a path

Surviving His Sex & Porn Addiction: Rock Bottom Step by Step Survival Guide by Michelle Perra
Navigating Betrayal Trauma: A Spouse Survival Guide Today we delve into the profound journey of navigating betrayal trauma as a partner of someone struggling with sex addiction and pornography addiction. In this podcast, we will explore key insights shared by Michelle Perra, who offers a unique perspective and valuable advice from her own experiences alongside her husband, the addict, Craig Perra.

Managing Risk in Addiction Recovery: Finding Your Red Zone… and Sanity
You must incorporate basic risk management principles into your life to break your bad habits and beat sex & porn addiction once and for all. We manage risk in business but often fail miserably to do it in our personal lives. Listen to how Craig brings the critical organizational philosophy of risk management into a simple, easy way to leverage these critical principles to help you manage the

Beyond the Count Rethinking Sobriety Milestones in Addiction Recovery
In this enlightening episode of our podcast, we delve into the nuanced world of addiction recovery, challenging the traditional emphasis on counting sober days. While acknowledging the sense of achievement this practice can provide, we explore its potential downsides, such as fostering an obsessive focus on the substance or behavior one is trying to avoid. Through a blend of personal narratives, e

Sex & Porn Addiction and Personality Disorders
Do you see yourself in the symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder? BPD Symptoms: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/borderline-personality-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20370237 I Hate You, Don’t Leave Me! https://a.co/d/7lUwyOM You Might be a Narcissist If: https://a.co/d/5oeJiW2 Don't take medical advice from a life coach on the internet. Go see a qualified therapist or psycholog

Holiday Risk Management and Driving Mindfulness
Sex and Porn Addiction Gets Worse Over The Holidays. All addictions get worse. Learn how to make sure that that doesn't happen. And learn how to use your drives in the car to practice critical mindfulness skills that will help you stay in control and feel better about yourself. When you get angry in the car, you are self-harming and hurting yourself for ZERO gain. Holidays tend to be a shit show f

Matthew Perry's Death: A Former Addict's Candid Reaction
Craig shares his thought's on Matthew Perry's death. The Friend's star struggled with addiction his entire life and was very open about his struggle with alcohol and drugs. Craig, too, struggled with opiates and alcohol and sex and porn .... Listen as Craig honors Matthew Perry's vulnerability and inspires you to be vulnerable too.The Synthetic Stimulant Bath Salt article - https://www.nytimes.com

WARNING Signs That Your Therapy Might Be Dangerous: 2 Porn Addiction Therapists Arrested
In this podcast, Coach Craig shares some very serious allegations against 2 famous therapists with strong porn addiction counseling practices. Both were recently arrested after allegations surfaced that they abused clients and in one case it's alleged the therapist abused clients and children. Licensed therapists Jodi Hildebrandt and Maruice Harker were both recently arrested in separate incidents

SHOCKING BULL**** Claim That YELLING Is WORSE Than Sexual Abuse
Did you see the shocking story on the news that said yelling at children can be worse than physical, sexual, and emotional abuse. Listen as Coach Craig helps you uncover what the study really said about VERBAL ABUSE, not yelling, and how understanding its impact can help you live better. Coach Craig will explain what he's learned about verbal abuse and its impact on his clients helping men and the

Unmasking Shadows 9 Cognitive Distortions Impacting Sex & Porn Addicts and Their Partners
Navigate the murky waters of cognitive distortions with us in this enlightening episode of Sex Afflictions & Porn Addictions. We’ll spotlight nine critical cognitive distortions that cast shadows on individuals grappling with sex and porn addiction and their spouses. Gain insights into how these distortions shape reality, breed misunderstanding, and perpetuate cycles of pain. More importantly,

Breaking Free: Overcoming Cognitive Distortions in Sex & Porn Addiction Recovery
Welcome to "Sex Afflictions & Porn Addictions," a podcast dedicated to guiding individuals and couples on their journey to conquer sex and porn addiction. In this episode, we delve into the powerful impact of cognitive distortions on those facing addiction, uncovering the tools to break free from these mental barriers. For those navigating sex or porn addiction, we begin by exploring the conce

Finding Balance: Overcoming Sex and Porn Addiction with the REST Approach
In this episode, we explore a powerful technique that can help men struggling with sex and porn addiction find their path to recovery. Join us as we shed light on Dialectal Behavior Therapy's transformative approach called REST. Sex and porn addiction can be overwhelming, affecting various aspects of a person's life. Breaking free from its grasp may seem challenging, but with the right tools and s

2 Actions You Must Perform To Beat Sex & Porn Addiction (Hint: Brain & Body)
Over the past decade plus helping men struggling with sex addiction and porn addiction, I've learned a lot. In this podcast, I share two critical components of long-term success and easy ways to begin practicing these essential skills that will help you better emotionally/physically regulate your central nervous system and fear responses that might be driving your addiction.Use the coupon code POD

Summer And Ogling And Objectifying - Critical Steps To NOT Do It
The summer can be really crappy time for lots of people so I hope these tips will help you and your relationship.

The 4 Most Important Words in Recovery from Sex & Porn Addiction ... RANKED
If you or someone you love is struggling with sex & porn addiction make sure you watch this crisp and efficient video that explains what words are the most important to truly understand if you really want to break free from sex and porn addiction.

What if Your Sex/Porn Addiction is A Solution?
The golden rule of behavior modification is "to break a habit you have to make the right habits that meet the right needs." This rule implies that compulsive sexual behavior is meeting needs ... because it is. Consider viewing your problem instead as a SOLUTION so you put yourself in the best position to develop a better SOLUTION. Failure to understand the needs that your compulsive sexual behavio

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This Exercise is Mandatory for Sex & Porn Addicts and It's Not What You Think
Articles referenced in broadcast: https://outsideonline.com/health/well... https://youtu.be/PY9DcIMGxMs I recently hosted Chandler Rogers on our podcast, and you need to hear his story. Chandler personally overcame a struggle with compulsive pornography use and then used his experience to give back to others by creating a group-based recovery app called Relay for people wanting freedom from addict

Accountability Audit for Sex & Porn Addicts: Jumpstart Your Accountability Program
I recently hosted Chandler Rogers on our podcast, and you need to hear his story. Chandler personally overcame a struggle with compulsive pornography use and then used his experience to give back to others by creating a group-based recovery app called Relay for people wanting freedom from addictive sexual behavior. He built what he wished he had during his healing journey - tools to manage recover

Sex Addiction and Extortion: A Rapidly Rising Crime
Police warning people about an uptick in prostitution extortion scams. Police say scammers have been texting and calling victims who are sometimes sex addicts, accusing them of trying to hire prostitutes and demanding large sums of money from them. They say these scammers have been threatening that the “cartel” will kill the victims if they do not comply, and that in some cases people have been se

Death, Purpose, My Struggles, and 2023: A Guided Meditation in Purpose
Sex and porn addiction is inconsistent with purpose. Purpose is consistent with living a great life. This guided meditation will help you tap into your purpose as we kick off 2023. Listen to this when you have 30 minutes to reflect with a pad and pen. Don't do it without a pad and pen or ability to take notes nearby. Listen as Craig talks about his Uncle's Death - the man who encouraged him to be

How To Avoid Slips Over The Holidays: A Sex & Porn Addict’s Guide
The holidays are full of triggers and slips increase during the holiday season, if youdo not prepare. Listen to Coach Craig’s lesson on how best to survive the holidaysand swing into 2023 living your best life. Avoid the holiday triggers with real toolsand habits to help you make lemonade.
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