S4E23 - Overcoming the Roots of Addiction with Peter Bruce part 2

Summary: Are you doing your job for personal growth, or are you doing it for the sake of validation? Eric welcomes back Peter Bruce to share his insights on how pornography is being as a coping mechanism for issues such as depression, anger, and loneliness. He also mentions that men often have difficulty forming healthy relationships without porn and that it can be difficult to break free from the addiction on one's own. Peter also talks about the power of intention and how it can steer your life.<br><br><br>[00:01 - 05:00] Opening Segment<br>Welcoming Peter back to the show<br>Don’t equate yourself to your job<br>How grandiose and arrogant thoughts can lead to shame and a lack of self-worth<br><br>[05:01 - 11:15] The Power of Intention<br>How intent can direct your life<br>When someone is hurt, they tend to do one of two things<br>Avoid or engage in unhealthy sexual behavior with others<br><br>[11:16 - 15:56] Porn Addiction in Psychotherapy<br>Discovering and exploring the underlying issues of clients who have addictions is a key part of treatment.<br>One way to help people overcome their addiction is to have them undergo some type of identity change, such as learning more about their childhood.<br><br>[15:57 - 18:16] Closing Segment<br>See the links below to connect with Peter<br>Final words<br><br>Quotes:<br><br>"You aren’t as awesome as you think you are, and you aren’t as awful as you think you are." - Peter Bruce<br><br><br>Connect with Peter by emailing him at <a href="mailto:peterbruce.therapy@gmail.com">peterbruce.therapy@gmail.com</a>.<br><br><br>Attend my upcoming free LIVE webinar for couples! To get details email <a href="mailto:eric@powerfuleric.com">eric@powerfuleric.com</a>.<br><br>Connect with me (Powerful Eric) on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. Email me at <a href="mailto:eric@powerfuleric.com">eric@powerfuleric.com</a>. <br><br>Love what you heard? LEAVE A REVIEW + and SHARE this episode with other men who want to live an empowered life free of addiction. Listen to previous episodes on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.