Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchWhat Happens When we “Weaponize” What Could be “Healthy Boundaries”?
Episode 173
Healthy Boundaries are CRITICAL to our individual happiness and authenticity—AND—to our connection as a couple. But when we're not experienced with s…
2 years, 10 months ago
“Normal Human Attraction” vs. “Toxic/Betraying Lust”?
Episode 172
In Episode 172, Mark and Steve tackle a topic that is extremely difficult, triggering and traumatizing for the partners of porn/sex addicts and even …
2 years, 10 months ago
What can I do about “Random ED Symptoms” in Sexual Intimacy with my Partner?!
Episode 171
Erectile Dysfunction (ED) is a VERY common challenge among those struggling with porn/sex addiction AND also common for addicts in recovery. The disc…
2 years, 10 months ago
Why are Sexual Boundaries Critical for a truly "Connected Coupleship"?
Episode 170
Once an addict starts into recovery and his partner begins her journey of healing betrayal trauma, a couple should immediately look at the difficult …
2 years, 11 months ago
As a Partner in Betrayal Trauma, I Feel Resentment Toward my Addict Partner. How do I Manage this?!
Episode 169
In episode 169, Mark and Steve address a very raw and real scenario and question from the partner of a porn/sex addict. As a partner trying to heal f…
2 years, 11 months ago
How a lifetime of “Communication Trauma” can prevent “Healthy Connection” in the Here and Now.
Episode 168
We have all suffered from "communication trauma" in our life experiences! This can too easily get in the way and/or sabotage healthy communication an…
2 years, 11 months ago
The “Fallacy of Fairness”—Why I Cannot Stand Up For Myself with my Partner
Episode 167
In this episode, Mark & Steve address a PBSE listener's question about WHY she has trouble standing her ground, having a voice, speaking her truth a…
2 years, 11 months ago
What Does a Formal, Full “Disclosure” Look Like?
Episode 166
In this episode, Mark and Steve review what is an often mismanaged or overlooked “critical” part of porn/sex addiction recovery and betrayal trauma h…
3 years ago
Having Trouble with “Couples Check-ins”? Give this a Shot.
Episode 165
What is a "Couples Check-in" and WHY is it so ESSENTIAL to your relationship success? What are the BARRIERS to the Couples Check-in? How to us…
3 years ago
When it comes to boundaries and consequences in recovery and healing, what is “my side of the street vs. his"?
Episode 164
In this episode, Mark and Steve address what can often be a confusing topic for couples—when it comes to recovery, healing, boundaries and consequenc…
3 years ago