We've All Heard the Stories
Yes, pornography is easier to find and use than ever before.
Yes, pornography is addictive, destructive, and works havoc in relationships.
It seems that most people who talk about pornography stop here, telling story after story of lives torn apart and hearts broken.
Yes, pornography is addictive, destructive, and works havoc in relationships.
It seems that most people who talk about pornography stop here, telling story after story of lives torn apart and hearts broken.
No Wonder We Run
It makes sense to run from pornography...but how can I run from someone I love?
The stories make it sound like using pornography turns men into monsters, but these are real people full of all the wonderful traits that attracted us to them in the first place.
The stories make it sound like using pornography turns men into monsters, but these are real people full of all the wonderful traits that attracted us to them in the first place.
The Effects of Pornography Use Are Real
Pornography use does influence a person's brain, personality, and relationships. These effects should not be taken lightly. Over time using pornography changes them in ways they don't even realize.
What Do I Do?
Although nobody can answer that question for you, gaining knowledge can help you answer that question for yourself. We've gathered information from expert researchers and therapists to help answer questions about what pornography is, its effects, recovery strategies, the role of a girlfriend or wife in recovery, and many other topics. With this information you can overcome the fear and make thoughtful relationship choices and be much more effective in providing comfort and support through the difficult process of recovery.
There Is Hope
We know that recovery can be difficult and painful, but we have also felt the joy and peace that a full recovery brings. Many of us can share stories of successes, small and large, that made us stronger as people and as couples. Many of us have used different recovery resources and can share our experiences. All of us can help uplift and comfort others. Hope comes from knowing what to do and finding the strength to do it. Your insight and encouragement might be exactly what someone else needs right now.