Kick The Porn Habit For Good

Michael Quirke, M.A., LMFT
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This podcast is for smart, successful, professional men who need help and direction so they can kick their porn habit....for good! Even though it's not a recognized diagnosis, I know from two decades of working with men who struggle that this is one of the biggest and strongest issues on the planet today. But it doesn't have to be. With my shame-free approach, I can help you to recognize the problem under the problem, and offer a path out of porn use that will improve every area, and every relationship in your life. Including the one you have with yourself. To find out more about how I help smart, successful, professional men to kick their porn habit forever, go to www.kickthehabitforever.com

Episodes

  1. 03/18/2025

    A Porn Addiction Nightmare: Exposed At Work

    A Porn Addiction Nightmare: Exposed At Work Jamie's Story of Overcoming Porn Addiction In this episode of the 'Kick the Habit Forever' podcast, licensed therapist Michael Quirke shares the cautionary tale of 'Jamie,' a high-performing professional who lost everything due to his escalating pornography addiction. Michael highlights the key mistakes Jamie made, such as ignoring warning signs, using porn as a coping mechanism, taking increasing risks, and allowing shame and secrecy to keep him stuck. Learn why addiction thrives in darkness and discover actionable steps for recovery. Tune in to understand the serious consequences of unchecked addiction and how you can avoid them. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:39 A Cautionary Tale: Jamie's Story 02:04 The Downward Spiral: Jamie's Addiction 03:05 The Consequences of Addiction 05:12 Analyzing Jamie's Mistakes 09:35 Key Takeaways and Lessons 11:29 Invitation to Free Class

    12 min

  2. 01/27/2025

    Understanding and Overcoming Relapse

    Understanding and Overcoming Relapse: A Guide for High-Performing Men In this episode of the 'Kick the Habit Forever' podcast, licensed therapist, coach, and educator Michael Quirke delves into the understanding of relapse as a predictable cyclical process. Drawing on 25 years of experience working with high-performing men, Michael breaks down relapse into three stages: emotional relapse, mental relapse, and physical relapse, focusing on the unique risks each stage presents. He emphasizes the importance of self-care, recognizing high-risk situations, and offers practical recovery tools like relaxation techniques and cognitive behavior strategies. Michael also discusses common negative thoughts and beliefs that can hinder recovery and provides reflection questions to help viewers learn from their relapse experiences and strengthen their recovery process. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:43 Understanding Relapse as a Cyclical Process 01:12 Stage One: Emotional Relapse 05:18 Stage Two: Mental Relapse 10:29 Stage Three: Physical Relapse 11:28 Essential Tools for Recovery 15:29 Common Negative Thoughts and Beliefs 23:08 Post Acute Withdrawal Symptoms (PAWS) 31:36 Reflection and Moving Forward 36:07 Conclusion and Invitation

    37 min
  3. How To Discuss Porn Addiction With Your Partner

    01/09/2025

    How To Discuss Porn Addiction With Your Partner

    How to Talk to Your Partner About Porn Addiction In this episode of the Kick the Habit Forever Podcast, licensed therapist Michael Quirke tackles the difficult yet important subject of discussing porn addiction with a partner. Michael outlines the importance of openness and vulnerability in these conversations and offers practical advice on preparing for and effectively conducting the discussion. He emphasizes the significance of choosing the right time and setting, using 'I statements' to express feelings, and inviting dialogue to foster mutual understanding and trust. Through real-life client examples, Michael illustrates how being honest and taking responsibility can help rebuild trust and enhance relationships. He encourages those struggling to seek professional guidance and support, highlighting the importance of patience and consistent actions in the journey toward change. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 01:32 Understanding Porn Addiction 02:24 Preparing for the Conversation 04:30 Choosing the Right Time and Place 06:10 Starting the Conversation with Vulnerability 07:27 Acknowledging the Impact 10:31 Inviting Dialogue 11:44 Committing to Change 13:51 Closing Thoughts and Resources

    16 min
  4. Want To Quit Porn? Here's Your First Steps

    12/19/2024

    Want To Quit Porn? Here's Your First Steps

    Breaking Free from Porn Addiction: Essential First Steps Welcome to the 'Kick the Habit Forever' podcast with licensed therapist, coach, and educator Michael Quirke.  In this episode, Michael shares his 25 years of experience helping high-performing men break free from addictions, compulsions, and bad habits with a focus on pornography addiction. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, seeking support, creating a structured plan, and cultivating healthier habits. Through personal client stories and practical advice, listeners learn to recognize their triggers, set clear goals, and take actionable steps towards recovery. Tune in for advice on acknowledging the problem, educating yourself about addiction, and finding supportive networks for a successful recovery journey. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:36 Understanding Pornography Addiction 01:36 The Importance of Self-Awareness 04:44 Recognizing and Addressing Triggers 10:48 Setting Clear and Achievable Goals 14:05 Seeking Support and Building Accountability 19:22 Replacing Pornography with Healthy Alternatives 20:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 22:19 Invitation to Free Class Visit www.kickthehabitforever.com to work with me.

    29 min
  5. Identifying and Addressing Boundary Issues in Porn Addiction Recovery

    12/12/2024

    Identifying and Addressing Boundary Issues in Porn Addiction Recovery

    Identifying and Addressing Boundary Issues in Porn Addiction Recovery Welcome to the Kick the Habit Forever podcast, hosted by licensed therapist Michael Quirke. Drawing from 25 years of experience, Michael focuses on helping high-performing men overcome addictions, compulsions, and bad habits. In this episode, Michael discusses the importance of recognizing and addressing boundary issues. He outlines common signs of boundary problems such as over-enmeshment, dissociation, excessive detachment, chronic victimhood, invisibility, aloofness, coldness, smothering, and lack of privacy. Michael provides insights into how these boundary issues manifest and their impacts, offering guidance on how to create more effective personal boundaries. He invites listeners to view his free class on overcoming compulsive adult content use at www.kickthehabitforever.com. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:38 Understanding Boundaries and Their Importance 01:32 Signs of Ignored Boundaries 01:49 Over-enmeshment and Dissociation 03:34 Feeling Detached and Victimized 05:50 Invisibility and Shyness 07:10 Coldness and Smothering 09:10 Lack of Privacy 10:46 Conclusion and Invitation

    11 min
  6. What Are The Impacts Of Porn Addiction?

    10/21/2024

    What Are The Impacts Of Porn Addiction?

    In this episode of the 'Kick the Habit Forever' podcast, we'll talk about the harmful ways that porn addiction impacts your life. We'll go over some of the most common effects that porn use has on your brain and your mental health. We'll also talk about the commonalities between compulsive porn use and other addictions. If you're struggling with your porn habit and want to know how I can help, head over to www.kickthehabitforever.com

    36 min

  7. 09/16/2024

    Free Yourself From Porn Addiction By Getting On Your Own Side

    In this episode of the 'Kick the Habit Forever' podcast, we'll talk about the powerful and inspiring story of 'Jed,' a high-performing man who transformed his life. After overcoming a life-threatening drug addiction in his twenties, Jed recently revealed his struggles with porn to me, shedding light on his journey from living in his car to leading a large institution. The key to his recovery was the realization of self-care and expanding on what truly mattered to him. We'll use this story to reflect on the importance of self-advocacy and wise guidance for overcoming compulsive behaviors like porn addiction, and practical steps and resources to support you in your own journey. If you're currently struggling with an addiction to porn, you might be interested in taking my class which is available for free at https://www.kickthehabitforever.com - in it I share the key steps you need to be taking not just to stop temporarily, but to heal the "problem under the problem" that's keeping you stuck in what is one of the strongest addictions in the world today.

    10 min

  8. 09/14/2024

    Is Your Porn Use A Problem, A Solution, Or Both

    In this episode of the 'Kick the Habit Forever' podcast, we'll talk about how to assess and manage porn use, focusing on a story about a client of mine who I'll call Steven. He initially saw his porn usage as normal, but through my process recognized the problem under the problem that was making his use compulsive, and very difficult to stop completely. If you're struggling with your porn habit and want to know how I can help, head over to www.kickthehabitforever.com

    9 min

  9. 09/14/2024

    How To Know If You're Addicted To Porn

    Pornography addiction is not simply the use of porn; it's when the consumption of porn becomes compulsive to the point where it negatively affects your personal life, relationships, work, and emotional health. In essence, addiction occurs when your behavior around porn is no longer a conscious choice but feels driven by an uncontrollable need. If you're struggling with your porn habit and want to know how I can help, head over to www.kickthehabitforever.com

    23 min
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This podcast is for smart, successful, professional men who need help and direction so they can kick their porn habit....for good! Even though it's not a recognized diagnosis, I know from two decades of working with men who struggle that this is one of the biggest and strongest issues on the planet today. But it doesn't have to be. With my shame-free approach, I can help you to recognize the problem under the problem, and offer a path out of porn use that will improve every area, and every relationship in your life. Including the one you have with yourself. To find out more about how I help smart, successful, professional men to kick their porn habit forever, go to www.kickthehabitforever.com

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