Porn use is often kept secret in relationships. Overwhelmingly - 84% of the time - when porn use is revealed it's discovered by a partner. The disconnection it causes and the feelings of guilt and shame don't make it easy to talk about. The fallout from problematic porn use, secrecy and betrayal can be devastating on relationships. Couple Goals exists to support and uplift couples, even in the hardest moments of challenge. Every week, we have people reach out to us for advice and support on this topic, so we knew it was vital to address. We asked Cat Etherington from Naked Truth Project to join us, to help us understand what the challenges are, and how we can overcome them. As Director of Recovery, she coaches couples and individuals through porn use recovery journeys, by helping them to recognise why they're using porn and how they can work towards healthy, long-term recovery. She helps them to rebuild trust and navigate the trauma and aftermath of the feelings of betrayal that are so common when porn use has been discovered. Even though this is a challenging and often painful topic for many, Cat is bringing a message of hope. Many couples have worked through this and found healing and restoration for their relationship. It's a tough thing for couples to work through, and it will take time, but strength and healthy intimacy is possible on the other side. https://nakedtruthproject.com ____________________ Couple Goals is back for Season 2 with a whole new slate of guest couples and experts! Our hosts Luke and LJ Meates are asking, 'how do we make relationships work in the face of everything life throws at us, in a culture where it feels like everything is against commitment and long-term love?' Every episode, couples share honest relationship stories about their best and worst moments together - revealing how they survived relationship challenges, what they learned, and how their couples advice could benefit us all. Featuring deep conversations about real relationships that don't hide the hard stuff, this couples podcast is for anyone seeking relationship advice, wants to hear authentic love stories, or simply loves love. Topics covered include anxiety, building connection, infertility, bereavement, mental health, faith, growing a family, parenting, communication, love languages, disability, hope, conflict, sex and intimacy and much more. From Care for the Family, a UK charity dedicated to strengthening family life. cff.org.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
