Category Archives: Addiction

The Making Of The Sex & Love Addict

This lecture by recovering addict and therapist Jessica Levith speaks to me: “Let’s say someone wouldn’t call me. My body would tighten up. I would sweat and I would end up on the ground crying. I would make myself throw … Continue reading

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Rabbi Talks About Losing His Job For Surfing For Porn At Work

The rabbi said he acted out for 25 years until he found Sexaholics Anonymous. Alan: “I’m from New York… The internet saved my life because it got me fired. I was a rabbi. At the time, it seemed like a … Continue reading

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Robin Williams, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Tony Scott

In 12-step rooms, you often hear the adage that “addiction is a progressive disease.” I’ve never hit rock bottom in the manner of many addicts. I’ve never tried suicide, I’ve never been arrested, I’ve never done crimes, but I am … Continue reading

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I’ve Been Using Food To Combat Anxiety

So on Sunday afternoon, I spent over an hour trying to figure out how I would get to and from the airport for my trip to Australia May 25 – June 13. I used to be fine spending $30 on … Continue reading

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Amy Dresner – She Was 13th Stepped And She Kinda Liked It (3-9-14)

I discovered Amy Dresner while reading TheFix.com about a year ago and was instantly hooked by her honesty. “Amy Dresner is your soul mate,” said a girl I was chasing at the time. Here are some of my favorite Amy … Continue reading

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