The Daily Reprieve
An (unofficial) Sexaholics Anonymous podcast featuring SA speaker meetings, workshops, conventions and marathons. An SA meeting in a Podcast
Episodes
5 hours ago
Rock Bottom Group - Ondro Shares
5 hours ago
5 hours ago
Following the life story of a recovering addict turned participant in 'The Daily Reprieve' program, this episode drills down into the depths of personal trials, triumphs, and reflections on the road to recovery. The tale includes an exploration of childhood trauma, reasons behind addiction, and the decision to take charge and join the program. Ad-free and reliant on financial support from its listeners, it reminds the audience of its donation options, princely a monthly scheme or a one-time payment. The chronicle dives into the protagonist's early family life, a painful yet pivotal incident, and his journey into both sobriety and a faith-driven life. It further narrates the struggles with pornography addiction, broken relationships, work troubles, which eventually become catalysts for joining The Daily Reprieve. The protagonist shares his ongoing journey of recovery alongside the program's impact on understanding himself, his defects, and his strengths. The key focus is not just on maintaining sobriety but fostering healthier relationships with family and friends in the process. Towards the end, the story expresses hope for a better future aligned with God's will and a longing for a healthy family life. This powerful narration shines a light on the complexities of addiction, the importance of recovery programs, and the determination to overcome personal turmoils.The episode concludes with a heartfelt thank you to the listeners for their time and a reminder about staying tuned in for the next episode of 'The Daily Reprieve', bringing this invaluable story to life. Experience the changes, the struggles, and ultimately, the redemption of a life in recovery, all set to a soundtrack that will tug at your heartstrings.
3 days ago
Rock Bottom Group - Noel Shares
3 days ago
3 days ago
Welcome to another episode of The Daily Reprieve, your go-to podcast for essays, speakers, workshops, and conferences. This episode delves into the captivating, raw, and incredibly inspiring story of recovery narrated by our guest, Noah. Noah opens up about his 45-year struggle with sex addiction, and how he found his way to sobriety through the 12 steps of Sexaholics Anonymous. His story takes us through a journey of addiction, hitting rock bottom, self-discovery, introspection, and recovery. Noah speaks candidly about his compulsive behavior, the guilt and shame that consumed him, the strain on his personal relationships, and the despair that was ever-present in his life. Despite dealing with personal adversities, he acknowledges his fears and displays determination in his path towards sobriety.In a monumental and transformative step, his pursuit to heal himself led him to SA where he found solace, guidance and belonging. Noah’s story is not just about his struggles as a sexaholic but about his remarkable journey to recovery, raw courage, and strength.His journey serves as a testament to the power of seeking help, the process of healing and the grace of second chances. Noah's narrative shines light on how acknowledging and addressing his weakest points with support from SA and his loved ones led to his resurgence. Join us in this moving episode that celebrates the resilience of the human spirit. We hope you will find motivation, strength, and hope from Noah’s journey and realize that you are never alone in your struggles. Listen, reflect, and connect with us on another thought-provoking episode on The Daily Reprieve.
6 days ago
Rock Bottom Group - Nicholas Shares
6 days ago
6 days ago
Welcome to 'The Daily Reprieve', a place devoted to thought-provoking conversations, potent presentations and life-altering workshops in the format of a podcast. This ad-free listener-supported community thrives on your contributions by visiting donate.thedailyreprieve.com.In today's compelling episode, our speaker, Nicholas, shares a brutally honest account of his transformation from a successful career-oriented lifestyle to hitting a personal nadir as a victim of lust addiction. Despite his adversity, he has sustained sobriety for 28 years with sheer will power, a solid support system and reliance on a higher spiritual power.Nicholas takes the listeners on a heartfelt journey through his childhood aspirations, military career, rattling marriages, and the turbulent effect of lust addiction on his life and wellbeing. His brave narrative uncovers his struggles with addiction, euphemized as a coping mechanism, revealing a deeply scarred childhood traumatized by sexual abuse. These revelations sparked an epiphany that lust wasn't just a part of his life, but he was held captive by it, making him lose his grip over his life and relationships.In his awe-inspiring journey towards recovery, Nicholas enlightens his listeners that it's never too late to seek guidance and implement positive changes in life. He offers hope and wisdom encapsulated in his life story of battling the dichotomy of love and lust through two failed marriages, resisting the temptation of a third marriage and career for his commitment to a recovery program.In his quest towards true sobriety, he faced many challenges. Upon slipping back into a 'sober' sexual relationship, he realized that his definition of sobriety needs refining. Redefining sobriety as 'no sex outside a marriage' aided his path towards healing, allowing him to join a recovery fellowship aligning with his adjusted definition of sobriety.Towards the end of the episode, the speaker shares a gratifying anecdote about his son's career pivot and an unexpected job offer, serving as a personal demonstration that life can surprised us when we face our fears and embrace the journey. The speaker underlines the significance of resilience and encourages listeners to keep faith in the process, for miracles are just around the corner.Tune into this moving episode of 'The Daily Reprieve' that uncovers a poignant narrative of desire, love, recovery and the power of human resilience.
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Rock Bottom Group - Natash Shares
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Join us on 'The Daily Reprieve' podcast for an incredibly moving episode featuring the journey of one of our members, Natasha. A recovering sexaholic, Natasha shares her powerful and inspiring story of hitting rock bottom, coping with suicidal thoughts and struggling with relapses to find strength, hope, and sobriety. Despite working tirelessly in the program and maintaining long periods of sobriety, Natasha shares her struggles with self-will, burdensome fears, and the pressures of her work that led to a heartbreaking relapse, a revelation of unaccountable access to cash being a trigger, and her heart-rending struggle with continuous masturbation. All this led her to an all-time low where she laid out plans to take her life, a situation she describes as the most hopeless of despair.However, it's not all darkness and despair. There is a shimmering beacon of light at the end of the tunnel. Natasha offers a deep insight into her path to recovery and sobriety. Drawn back from the brink of suicide by the love of her family and the patient guidance of her sponsor, Natasha found solace in attending physical meetings and embracing the aid of the 12 steps program.Tune in for an honest and compelling story of her recovery journey that involves embracing surrender, understanding her limits, and accepting the grace of God. Natasha’s story highlights the importance of fellowship, the effectiveness of the program, and the integral role of God in the path to recovery. Her account is an affirmation that even the deepest despair can be defeated with support, understanding, and faith.Subscribe to 'The Daily Reprieve' podcast to keep up with our latest episodes. To donate and show your support for our ad-free podcast, please visit donate.thedailyreprieve.com. Each dollar donated allows us to continue providing hope and strength to members and listeners worldwide.
Monday Apr 29, 2024
Rock Bottom Group - Max Shares
Monday Apr 29, 2024
Monday Apr 29, 2024
In this gripping episode of The Daily Reprieve, we go on an intimate journey with Max, a self-confessed sexaholic. He guides us through his tough battle against addiction, exposing the fallacies surrounding lust addiction and sharing insights from his struggles and victories. From daily societal pressures to severe experiences leading to relapse, Max's candid story can resonate with both those facing a similar battle and those seeking to understand this debilitating addiction.Max addresses the idea of lust being a dangerous fire that cannot be toyed with. He emphasizes the importance of acknowledging one's inability to healthily lust without subsequently falling into addiction. He challenges the common misconception that not desiring to lust is a strong enough deterrent and stresses the need to comprehend one's real inability to resist the temptation of lust.The episode explores the crucial role humility plays in recognizing this life-ruining weakness, leading to the arduous path to unstable sobriety. Max offers his empathetic perspective on the harsh reality of addiction undermining personal desires and forcing individuals to traverse unfamiliar emotional landscapes.Max also shares his past struggles with pornography and masturbation, expressing his gratitude for not having faced graver repercussions like STDs or ruptured relationships. Drawing on his life experiences, he provides an unfiltered portrayal of the damaging effects of his behavior on his marriage and personal life.His insightful reflections on hitting rock bottom and his decision to stop digging further make for a riveting listen. He highlights the importance of seeing oneself as an equal in the recovery community, regardless of past actions. His journey to permanently breaking free from the cyclic pattern of lustful thoughts, planning, acting out, and guilt makes for a compelling end.Stay tuned to The Daily Reprieve podcast for more inspiring stories of strength, hope, and resilience from SA members. Support our mission by making a donation to help keep these messages accessible to everyone.
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Rock Bottom Group - Ilona Shares
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Dive deeper into the insightful journey of addiction recovery with Ilona in this episode of The Daily Reprieve. As she courageously shares her personal story of how she overcame her sexual addiction and got ready to approach a unique concept: Progressive Victory Over Lust. Ilona details the significance of recognizing 'lust' as a driving force behind unwanted behaviors and how it permeates all areas of her life. She reveals how she found sobriety through the fellowship and her journey from physical to emotional sobriety. She reflects on the importance of maintaining openness, communication, and self-awareness as she battles her 'lust monster'. Ilona underscores the importance of recognizing triggers, channeling distractions, and maintaining self-discipline for successful recovery. She also shares her experience of dealing with relapses and how she uses prayer to maintain sobriety in her dreams. You'll hear her talk about the role of honesty, continuous support from sponsors, and maintaining work-life balance in her sobriety. She also unveils the importance of humor in the recovery journey to keep the process engaging and fun. By the end of the episode, Ilona leaves you pondering upon the propagation of lust in modern society and the ways to fight it. Tune in to this thought-provoking episode of The Daily Reprieve always provides a safe space to share, learn, grow, and recover together.
Monday Apr 22, 2024
Rock Bottom Group - Hadassa D Shares
Monday Apr 22, 2024
Monday Apr 22, 2024
This episode of 'The Daily Reprieve' podcast features an riveting personal account of the speaker's struggle with sex addiction, emphasizing on their experience with Step One of the 12-Step recovery program and what it means to hit rock bottom. Rather than focusing on the sensational examples of addictive behaviour, the speaker demonstrates how her addiction controlled her life by instilling incessant, lustful fantasies which dictated her actions and preoccupied her thoughts. Through an introspective journey into her addiction and subsequent recovery, she discusses the fine line between leading a seemingly 'normal' life, while silently grappling with the dissonance between perception and reality. Moreover, the episode delineates the essence of lust, its pervasive nature, impact on one's psyche, and relationship dynamics. The speaker imparts her understanding of Tradition Three and encourages others who may be downplaying their own addiction due to comparative analysis with seemingly 'worse' stories. She concludes by emphasizing the significance of admitting to powerlessness over multiple facets of life, and the path to recovery by surrendering control to a Higher Power.Listen to this powerful personal narrative to gain insights into the subtle complexities of sex addiction, the insidious nature of lust, and the possibility for renewal through honest self-reflection and acceptance.
Friday Apr 19, 2024
Rock Bottom Group - Elaine Shares
Friday Apr 19, 2024
Friday Apr 19, 2024
In this episode of The Daily Reprieve, we share an unbelievable account of survival, courage, and recovery. We dive into the life of a woman who has witnessed the depths of suffering and has found resilience in the face of adversity. Born in Germany into a broken family, she faced numerous hardships from a young age, suffered from chronic loneliness, issues of self-worth, and used sex as an escapism.Her struggle began in her early years when her parents' divorce led her to be raised in an orphanage, where she experienced traumas that would shape her relationships and her sense of identity. These early experiences led her down a dark path of self-destruction, characterized by chronic masturbation, indulging in pornography, and longing for sexual fulfillment outside of healthy relationships.However, her story doesn't end there. After a failed relationship, multiple therapy sessions, and hitting her lowest point, she found salvation in the Sexaholics Anonymous (SA) program. For the first time, she found a place where she could share her deepest anxieties and urges, and learn how to navigate them. Her journey wasn't easy, requiring daily commitment and relapses along the way, but she persevered.Her recovery journey is a testament to her courage and resilience. This story highlights the complexities of addiction and the potential for positive change even in the most difficult circumstances. Drawing on years of experience in therapy, SA meetings, and individual efforts, she learned to accept her past, manage her addiction, and build a healthier, more fulfilling life.Stay tuned to The Daily Reprieve podcast for more inspiring stories and practical advice on addiction recovery. Remember, there's always hope, and it's never too late to change your life for the better.
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Rock Bottom Group - Daniel T Shares
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Wednesday Apr 17, 2024
Welcome to another enlightening episode of 'The Daily Reprieve'. In this podcast, we discuss an insightful journey of one who succumbed to the depths of lust only to rise, stronger and wiser, with a renewed perspective on life.The episode focuses on an interesting group titled the 'Rock Bottom Group'. Its members are met with a striking realization of the futility of lust and its inability to satiate the ever-growing needs and wants. The speaker, after grappling with the depths of this addiction for over 30 years, shares his journey of transformation that comes with hitting rock bottom.Listen as they delve into their journey towards sobriety over the past six years. They discuss the devastation caused by their actions, the unmanageability of their life, and their attempts to control everything. A stark reality hits when they understand that they can never be satisfied with lust, always yearning for more. Through this journey, they come to value the powerful strength of gratitude expressed in their prayer, 'Thank You, God'. This simple prayer symbolizes the shifting focus of their life, from themselves to God, heralding their growth and maturity. It is through this gratitude they shift from being self-serving to becoming an agent of positivity in the world.The speaker also emphasizes the wisdom gleaned from working the steps multiple times, which helped them realize the gravity of self-will leading to dis-ease. So, tune in to this episode of 'The Daily Reprieve' to learn more about the transformation that accompanies the realization of rock bottom, and how to rise above it into a life of gratitude and sobriety. We look forward to sharing more such inspiring episodes.
Monday Apr 15, 2024
Rock Bottom Group - AJ From Isreal
Monday Apr 15, 2024
Monday Apr 15, 2024
Welcome to this riveting episode of The Daily Reprieve, a podcast dedicated to empowering individuals with enlightening conversations on overcoming sexaholism. Our guest, AJF, shares his transformative journey from being deeply ensnared in sex addiction to finding lasting freedom and sobriety.Explore how AJF fell into the relentless grip of sex addiction, his relentless determination to break free, and the life-altering lessons he learned along his path. From pursuing addiction with a stubborn resolve to fighting it with unwavering fierceness, AJF illustrates his journey in a candid and uplifting way, further instilling hope in our new members.Join us as AJF delves into his history with Sexaholics Anonymous, starting from 2007 when he first made the decision to turn his life around. Experience first-hand the challenges, resilience, and perseverance required to break the chains of addictive behavior and embrace a life of sobriety.Listen to AJF as he provides vivid insights into his journey of recovery, explaining the strategies that proved effective in keeping his addiction at bay. His experience serves not only as a ray of hope for those with similar struggles but also as a testament to the power of resilience in the face of addiction.In his honest recounting of recovery, AJF discusses the internal tug-of-war that fuels addiction and highlights the significance of rehabilitation programs for memory retention. He emphasizes the crucial role these memories play in moving past the pain and embarking on a recovery journey.This episode offers a nuanced exploration of the emotional facets of sex addiction recovery, ranging from the importance of self-honesty and surrender to the relearning of perceptions about lust. Listen as AJF shares the potent strength he harnessed during his 14-year journey to sobriety, inspiring others on their path to recovery.Concluding on a heartfelt note of gratitude, we invite you to subscribe to The Daily Reprieve podcast for more inspiring stories that showcase strength, resilience, and hope shared by SA members worldwide.