The Dr. John Delony Show

I’ve Been Struggling With Porn Since I Was 10 Years Old

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Feb 20, 2026
Matthew (Denver), navigating a long-distance marriage while his wife takes an out-of-state job. Andrew (Nashville), wrestling with whether to tell family about his wife’s past affair while rebuilding trust. They talk about pornography struggles, accountability, rebuilding trust, long-distance routines, and concrete steps to protect and strengthen relationships.
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ANECDOTE

Early Onset Porn Use And Resulting Shame

  • Lane shares he first encountered pornography around age 10 and it escalated into a consuming habit.
  • He reports shame and feeling 'grossed out' after giving in to it.
ADVICE

Address The Underlying Need Not Just The Behavior

  • Do identify what pornography is protecting you from and treat it like a crutch masking an underlying pain.
  • Do build real-life relationships, accountability, and remove easy digital access to create friction against relapse.
INSIGHT

Addiction Replaces Missing Aliveness

  • Insight: Addiction often replaces missing aliveness, purpose, and social adventure.
  • Recovery requires rebuilding a life that provides excitement and human connection.
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