When you discover that your partner has been using pornography, especially if the use has been secretive or compulsive, the ground beneath your relationship can feel like it’s shifting. The person you trusted most may suddenly feel like a stranger. Questions flood in: How long has this been going on? What does this mean about … Read more
Since pornography is so prevalent and research is showing that children are being exposed to it at an early age. So, it is fair to say that it is not if your child will be exposed, but when they will be exposed. While this discovery can be scary, here are a few words of encouragement. … Read more
Many parents feel overwhelmed with how to have conversations with their children about “the birds and the bees.” However, I think this often comes from our own lack of understanding or communication about healthy sexuality. My first encouragement is to explore your own understanding of sexuality and ask the hard questions as an adult. This … Read more
What Parents Need to Know About Pornography Addiction The Diagnostic Manual for Mental Disorders (DSM) is behind the times. Currently, there is no recognized pornography addiction. It was proposed previously but got shot down. However, this is clearly an addiction that is very present in society today and has major impacts on individuals, families, and … Read more
Be sure to check out the first part of this post Porn is Communal Part 1 found here. As humans we are made for community. This means that we have to have conversations with another person, ideally in the same room (and neither party is distracted by their phones!) that includes real time feedback about … Read more
The phrase, “Secrets don’t make friends,” applies directly to the conversation about porn. Because many people who view porn believe it is mostly harmless because it can be hidden and done in private, but porn is communal. Porn is Communal Preacher Shane Wood once said, “Sin is communal.” Meaning that even our sins done in … Read more
In today’s digital age, the prevalence and accessibility of pornography have become increasingly concerning, especially when it comes to children and adolescents. We have been focusing on understanding the roots of pornography and how to get hope and healing from the problem of porn addiction. We hope this article as well as our blog posts … Read more
Does our past permeate our present perception? If you lived in central Indiana in the Winter of 2024, eclipse glasses were everywhere. If you wanted to view the eclipse clearly you had to wear the goofy looking glasses. The glasses greatly impacted how we could see the world around us and had a very specific purpose. … Read more
Introduction to Pornography or Porn In a world where digital content is at our fingertips, pornography has become an increasingly prevalent and contentious issue. This blog post identifies the complex relationship between shame, guilt, and pornography consumption. We’ll explore why simply condemning porn use may be counterproductive. Understanding the underlying emotions can lead to more … Read more
In today’s digital age, the accessibility and prevalence of pornography have raised concerns about its impact on mental health. While often portrayed as harmless entertainment, growing evidence suggests that pornography consumption can have significant negative effects on individuals and their relationships. This blog explores three key areas where pornography use can lead to negative mental … Read more