Overcoming Pornography Addiction

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In today’s Q&A, I discuss a question I had from a Stoic Handbook reader on “pornography addiction.” 

This is a very important and nuanced topic that I try my best to offer guidance on. 

I consider pornography addiction to be a “continuum addiction,” meaning there are no clear boundaries around it. This makes it extra problematic compared to more binary-type addictions. 

This episode will be useful to listeners who have any kind of compulsive behavior. 

Related posts from The Stoic Handbook:

1. On Aversion and Desire
2. How to Gain the Powers of a Stoic God

Other Helpful Resources:

• What would a Stoic say about porn? (Reddit thread)
• Morning Pages / Daily Journal (Website)
• Recommended Compassion Meditation (Insight Timer)
• Your Brain on Porn by Gary Wilson (Book)
• Atomic Habits by James Clear (Book)
• The Mind Illuminated by John Yates (Book)
• Pornography Can Ruin Your Sex Life by Mark Manson (Article)
• How to Break a Bad Habit by Garry Keller (Article)