Navigating Sexual Reintegration

Dr. Rob and Tami answer participant questions about how to reintegrate sex, self-pleasure for partners, the pain of a sexless relationship and the role of "hopium". They offer perspective on demanding repair, seeking connection and the power of taking care of yourself no matter what your partner is or isn't doing.

TAKEAWAYS:

[:30] What can I do to reclaim my sexuality?

[11:02] Should I insist on my partner moving out or do an in-house separation?

[16:42] When sex addiction isn't the only problem.

[19:32] How can I get my intimate needs met?

[29:05] Questions you really don't want the answers to.

[34:02] How can I build shame resiliency?

[39:56] Where do we start with sexual reconnection?

[42:51] Moving beyond objectification.

[48:03] I feel he broke it, and he needs to fix it.

[54:41] The power of community and connection.

[58:20] Is masturbation sexual betrayal?

RESOURCES:

Seekingintegrity.com

Email Tami: [e-mail]

Sexandrelationshiphealing.com

Intherooms.com

Out of the Doghouse: A Step-by-Step Relationship-Saving Guide for Men Caught Cheating, by Robert Weiss

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

Seeking Integrity Podcasts are produced in partnership with Podfly Productions.

QUOTES

• "Your courage and willingness to talk about these issues will get you halfway there."

• "Do not threaten something that you're not willing to follow through on."

• "You have zero control over him. The only thing you can take care of is you."