My Addict Partner Keeps saying “Sorry” & He’s “Trying,” but He’s NOT Meeting my Real Needs!
In this episode (273) of the PBSE podcast, hosts Mark and Steve respond to a heartfelt message from a betrayed partner whose addict spouse keeps saying he’s “sorry” and that he’s “trying,” yet still f...
25 Mar 202540min
My Addict Partner has “Backed Off” from His Recovery. Why Can’t he See it’s About More Than Just Being “Sober”?
In Episode 272, Mark & Steve focus in on how porn and sex addiction recovery goes beyond mere sobriety; it requires ongoing emotional growth, accountability, and engagement to rebuild trust in a relat...
18 Mar 202535min
Recovery is My Choice, So I don’t Need Her Help Making Choices . . . Right?
In this PBSE Episode 271, Mark & Steve discuss how recovery is not an individual journey—it affects relationships, families, and even future generations. While addicts may believe they can navigate he...
11 Mar 202532min
My Partner FINALLY Admitted to His Porn Addiction, but He won’t do Recovery Work or Open Up. What Can I Do?!
In Episode 270, Mark & Steve respond to a submission and questions by a betrayed Partner. When a partner admits to a porn or sex addiction but fails to take meaningful steps toward recovery, the betra...
4 Mar 202539min
I know my partner is positively changing, BUT how can I stay with a man who did such horrible things in his addiction?
This episode (#269) explores the profound challenges faced by partners who struggle to remain in relationships after uncovering their loved one's history of addiction and betrayal. Drawing from insigh...
25 Feb 202535min
What Is All This Recovery & Healing Work For? Is It Worth It? Why?
This PBSE episode #268, we talk about how recovery is an intensive and transformative journey that goes beyond breaking free from addiction and trauma—it is about rediscovering authenticity, self-wort...
18 Feb 202541min
Since getting into Recovery, my Porn/Sex Addicted Partner went from Pleasant to Angry & Aggressive! What’s going on???
When a porn/sex addict enters recovery, their personality can shift drastically, often surprising their partner. Many addicts who once seemed pleasant, passive, or easygoing suddenly become irritable,...
11 Feb 202541min
Is My Partner a Sex Addict or Just Getting Back at Me? He says He can Stop anytime.
In Episode 266, Mark & Steve respond to a raw and heart-felt submission by a betrayed partner. They explore the complexities of sex addiction and betrayal trauma, addressing whether compulsive sexual ...
4 Feb 202536min
