Overcoming Betrayal & Addiction Why Is My Addict Such a Liar?!
Dr. Rob and Tami talk about compulsive liars in this week's episode and the reasoning behind someone who can't seem to tell the truth. If you are a betrayed spouse to someone who regularly lies and deceives, it can be hard to understand why lying can be the go-to safety mechanism for protection. Dr. Rob explains further in this episode why some addicts just can't stop lying.
TAKEAWAYS:
[:30] Why is sex addiction not about sex?
[3:35] I had a relapse and my partner is fed up. I want to build trust again, but she just doesn't believe me. What can I do?
[9:20] You have to want recovery because you'll be doing it for a long time.
[12:10] Does it make sense to have a marital absence if my partner has a porn addiction?
[15:30] If you don't feel safe with someone and if you don't trust them, don't have sex with them!
[17:10] My husband lies about his recovery. He's not doing the work!
[22:45] Is your partner a lost cause? Dr. Rob can help.
[23:00] I think he's a compulsive liar. Is this connected to his addiction?
RESOURCES:
Email Tami: Tami@Seekingintegrity.com
Prodependence: Moving Beyond Codependency, by Robert Weiss
Sex Addiction 101: A Basic Guide to Healing from Sex, Porn, and Love Addiction, by Robert Weiss
Cruise Control: Understanding Sex Addiction in Gay Men, by Robert Weiss