In this episode of Unhooked I share my new obsession: the HYROX Fitness Challenge.

You'll learn:

• What HYROX is and how the competition works
• Why Jeremy decided to sign up (spoiler: it started on a whim!)
• The powerful ways a fitness challenge can fuel your recovery — from reigniting motivation to building resilience against discomfort
• How facing physical challenges can mirror the emotional skills needed for long-term recovery
• Why community, cardio, and commitment are game-changers for personal growth
• A behind-the-scenes look at Jeremy’s recent HYROX simulation results — and what he’s aiming for in his next race

Whether you’re in recovery or just looking for a new way to push yourself, this episode will inspire you to find your next growth edge.

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🔹 Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/

Connect with Jeremy:

🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com

📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/

🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz

📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to the High Rocks Fitness Challenge

02:22 What is High Rocks?

04:16 The High Rocks Race Explained

06:51 Why I Signed Up for High Rocks

08:11 Benefits of High Rocks for Recovery

14:17 My High Rocks Results and Future Plans

16:43 Encouragement to Take on a Fitness Challenge

17:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode, I discuss the profound impact of shame on addiction, specifically focusing on porn addiction. I share personal insights and practical steps to break free from the cycle of shame, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion, impermanence, recognizing one's goodness, and seeking community. Drawing from my extensive experience as a mindfulness trainer and coach, I provide valuable strategies to help you combat unhealthy compulsive behaviors and find true freedom. Tune in to learn how to alleviate the burden of shame and take actionable steps towards overcoming addiction.

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Connect with Jeremy:

🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com

📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/

🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz

📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com

Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction: Breaking Free from Shame

01:47 Podcast Updates and Personal Insights

04:38 The Core Topic: Understanding Shame

08:16 Practical Steps to Overcome Shame

12:33 The Role of Community and Connection

14:55 Healthy vs. Toxic Shame

17:24 Conclusion: Final Tips and Farewell

In this episode of Unhooked, I delve into the concept of neuroplasticity and its crucial role in overcoming porn addiction. I share my personal journey with addiction and discuss how understanding neuroplasticity offered me a pathway to recovery. I explain how our thoughts and actions shape our brain's structure and function, emphasizing the importance of cultivating positive thought patterns through meditation. I also highlight the consequences of reinforcing negative pathways and provide actionable strategies to rewire the brain for greater happiness and fulfillment. Don't miss this insightful discussion on how to harness the power of neuroplasticity for lasting change.

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Connect with Jeremy:

🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com

📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/

🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz

📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com

Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Neuroplasticity and Porn Addiction

00:57 MysPersonal Journey and Realization

01:57 Understanding Neuroplasticity

03:44 The Impact of Thoughts on Neural Pathways

07:27 The Role of Meditation in Rewiring the Brain

09:39 Practical Steps to Cultivate Positive Thought Patterns

13:14 Conclusion and Coaching Offer

In this episode of Unhooked, I engage in a deep and insightful conversation with sexologist and sex coach Taylor Johnson. Taylor shares his personal struggles with porn addiction, premature ejaculation, and erectile dysfunction, and the transformative practices he discovered to overcome them. We discuss the prevalence of shame around sexual issues among men and the importance of open dialogue in addressing these challenges. Taylor introduces listeners to the concept of 'integrative semen retention' and emphasizes the need for intentionality and lifestyle practices to manage sexual energy. We offer practical tips, exercises, and mindsets to help men improve their sexual health and overall well-being. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone looking to create a healthier relationship with their sexuality and harness their sexual energy for personal growth and creativity.

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Connect with Jeremy:

🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com

📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/

🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz

📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com

Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/

Timestamps:

00:00 The Struggle with Porn Addiction

01:10 Introducing Taylor Johnson

03:43 Taylor's Journey to Sexual Health

09:30 The Power of Semen Retention

16:17 Integrating Sexual Energy into Daily Life

30:58 Overcoming Shame and Embracing Sexuality

39:22 Understanding the Deeper Psychology of Attachment

40:02 Exploring Metaphorical Semen Retention

42:25 Practical Tips for Managing Sexual Energy

43:40 Starting with Semen Retention: A Guide for Beginners

48:23 Integrating Sexual Energy into Daily Life

01:01:34 Intentional Ejaculation and Post-Ejaculatory Practices

01:06:06 Final Thoughts and Resources

Connect with Taylor Johnson:

📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylorclarkjohnson/

🌍 Website: https://www.taylorjohnson.life/links/
🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taylorclarkjohnson

🎙️ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sex-upgraded/id1614256864

Sex Transmutation Explained: https://youtu.be/Uvz-gXx1O8M?si=CNwe03OEIQ9jtFvw

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In this special episode of the Unhooked Podcast, I reshape a candid conversation from the Sober Awkward Podcast, featuring hosts Victoria Vanstone and Hamish Adams-Cairns. We discuss various forms of addiction, with a focus on porn addiction. Topics include the root causes of addiction, the role of shame, emotional pain, and what true recovery looks like. I also share insights from my personal journey, including my time as a monk in Myanmar and how mindfulness has played a crucial role in my recovery. This episode provides valuable information for anyone struggling with compulsive behaviors, offering relatable content for those facing challenges with addiction, whether it’s alcohol, porn, food, or social media.

🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: JeremyLipkowitz.com/intro

Connect with Jeremy:

• 🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com
• 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/
• 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz
• 📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com
• Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction and Special Episode Announcement

01:37 Starting the Conversation: Addiction in All Forms

03:28 My Personal Journey with Porn Addiction

04:05 The Root Causes and Coping Mechanisms

07:30 Impact of Porn Addiction on Relationships

12:32 Recognizing Problematic Behavior

17:18 The Role of Shame in Addiction

22:27 My Path to Recovery: Mindfulness and Meditation

27:58 The Transformative Power of Happiness

33:57 Creating a Fulfilling Life to Combat Addiction

36:29 Final Thoughts and Resources

Connect with Sober Awkward:

• 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soberawkward/
• 🌍 Website: https://www.soberawkward.com/
• 🎙️ https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/sober-awkward/id1565657975

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In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Ridgway, a mental health trainer with deep expertise in OCD, addiction, and recovery. We dive into the hidden connections between mental health struggles and addictive behaviors, exploring:

✅ The link between OCD, compulsions, and addiction
✅ How to build resilience and mental toughness in recovery
✅ Why mindset shifts are key to long-term change
✅ Practical strategies to rewire your brain and break free

Whether you’re struggling with addiction, OCD, or want to understand the mental health factors behind compulsive behaviors, this conversation is for you.

🎧 Listen now and start your journey to recovery!

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Connect with Jeremy:

• 🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com
• 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/
• 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz
• 📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com
• Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Ryan's Journey
01:07 Meet Ryan Ridgeway
03:05 Ryan's Early Struggles with Mental Health
04:31 Recognizing and Coping with OCD
07:12 The Sneaky Nature of Porn Addiction
11:54 Challenges with 12-Step Programs
16:44 The Importance of Hope in Recovery
28:20 The Importance of Celebrating Wins
28:35 Self-Compassion in Recovery
30:19 Questioning the 12-Step Approach
33:31 Finding a Personalized Recovery Path
35:10 The Role of Physical Activity in Recovery
36:07 Understanding Patterns and Triggers
41:23 The Power of Community and Connection
44:09 Encouraging Men to Open Up
47:34 First Steps for Mental Health Support
50:21 Advice to Younger Self
53:43 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Connect with Ryan Ridgway:

• 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/voice_4_mentalhealth/
• 🌍 Website: https://ridgwaymentalhealth.com/

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Hey everyone, Jeremy here. I recently sat down for an interview with a dear friend of mine who is writing a book on men's mental health issues, and we had an incredible conversation about the topic of porn addiction. We go deep into why so many men struggle with porn addiction, how it impacts relationships, intimacy, and mental health, and most importantly, how to break free from porn addiction. I share my own story, talk about the science behind addiction, and also what I've learned from coaching men around the world through this challenge. If you're curious about the psychology of addiction, why porn can be such a trap, and how you can take back control of your life, you'll definitely want to check out this conversation. And make sure to follow my dear friend George Bell. I will put his links into the show notes below. So without further ado, please enjoy this interview between myself and George Bell. In this episode, you can expect to learn: - The psychological factors behind porn addiction. - How porn addiction impacts mental health and relationships. - The concept of neuroplasticity and how it plays a key role in recovery. - The differences between coaching and therapy in treating addictions. - Practical steps to overcome porn addiction and regain control of your life.

Connect with Jeremy:

• 🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com
• 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/
• 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz
• 📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com

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Connect with George Bell: https://www.instagram.com/author_georgey/

00:00 Introduction: Early Memories and the Start of Addiction

01:03 Interview Introduction and Overview

02:03 Jeremy's Background and Coaching Approach

03:49 The Psychology of Addiction

06:27 Defining Porn Addiction

11:23 Personal Story: Jeremy's Journey

16:39 Impact of Porn on Youth and Society

21:02 Effects on Intimacy and Relationships

26:43 Neuroplasticity and Recovery

30:14 Ethical Considerations and Final Thoughts

Before you begin your porn reboot or detox, preparation is key.

In this special rebroadcast episode from 2022, Jeremy shares five essential steps to set yourself up for success. These strategies apply not only to quitting porn but also to overcoming other compulsive habits like social media, food addiction, and more. Learn how to clarify your "why," remove triggers, and build accountability for lasting change.

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Timestamps:

(00:00) – Introduction: Why preparation is crucial before quitting porn
(02:45) – Tip #1: Connect with your "why" – understanding the consequences of your habit
(08:30) – The power of the "default future" exercise: Where will you be in 10 or 20 years?
(12:15) – Tip #2: Envision the life you want to create – focus on approach-oriented goals
(18:10) – How emotions drive our habits & how to shift toward fulfillment
(21:45) – Tip #3: Accept that relapse will happen – progress over perfection
(27:30) – The importance of how you respond to relapse & overcoming shame
(32:20) – Tip #4: Remove triggers and barriers – why willpower isn’t enough
(38:40) – Dr. Anna Lembke’s research on stimulus control & dopamine management
(42:15) – Practical ways to make relapse harder (blocking strategies)
(46:00) – Tip #5: Get accountability & support – the key to lasting change
(52:30) – Why coaching and structured guidance can make all the difference
(56:00) – Final recap: The five essential steps before your reboot
(58:15) – How to get support & closing thoughts

Resources Mentioned:

• Dr. Anna Lembke’s Book: Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence
• Jeremy’s Online Course: Unhooked – Step-by-Step Guide to Quitting Porn
• Free Discovery Call with Jeremy: JeremyLipkowitz.com/intro

Connect with Jeremy:

• 🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com
• 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/
• 🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz
• 📩 Email: jeremy@unhookedacademy.com

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