Category Archives: COVID-19

Accountability During Social Distancing

Posted on May 5, 2020 by roubicekandthacker

Accountability can be a challenging thing for addicts in general, but social distancing can add additional barriers and make it even more difficult to stay accountable. The devil (addicted brain) on your left shoulder is already whispering “sweet nothings” into … Continue reading →

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Avoiding the Digital Trap

Posted on April 30, 2020 by roubicekandthacker

Porn addicts who have used the internet countless times to act out are now being asked to move all their work, outside connections and even therapy sessions onto the very platform that has caused them so much pain and trouble. … Continue reading →

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Staying True to Your Recovery During Social Distancing

Posted on April 27, 2020 by roubicekandthacker

Social distancing complicates things for recovering porn and sex addicts for many reasons. Here are a few suggestions to keep in mind while trying to stay true to your recovery during this stressful COVID-19 situation.  Pay closer attention to your … Continue reading →

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An Open Letter To Those Currently In Recovery

Posted on April 23, 2020 by roubicekandthacker

Dear Human, I hear you might be going through a rough patch right now. Perhaps that’s an understatement. You might have lost your job. You might be caring for a loved one. You might be caring for many tiny humans. … Continue reading →

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Connecting in a Time of Separation

Posted on April 21, 2020 by roubicekandthacker

One of the mantras of LifeStar is that “the antithesis of addiction is connection”. But it can be extremely difficult to experience that much needed connection during this time of social distancing and isolation. While it is extremely important to … Continue reading →

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Staying Sexually Sober During the Pandemic

Posted on April 15, 2020 by roubicekandthacker

Technology can be triggering for a porn addict (and their partner, as well). This is an ever-present problem for those recovering from porn addiction because so many professions these days require a worker to be technologically connected through computers, smartphones, … Continue reading →

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