Unwanted

How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing

By: Jay Stringer

Narrated by: Adam Verner

Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing is a groundbreaking resource that explores the "why" behind self-destructive sexual choices. The audiobook is based on research from more than 3,800 men and women seeking freedom from unwanted sexual behavior, be that the use of pornography, an affair, or buying sex.

Jay Stringer's original research found that unwanted sexual behavior can be both shaped by and predicted based on the parts of our story - past and present - that remain unaddressed. When we pay attention to our unwanted sexual desires and identify the unique reasons that trigger them, the path of healing is revealed.

Although many of us feel ashamed and unwanted after years of sexual brokenness, the audiobook invites the listener to see that behavior as the very location God can most powerfully work in their lives. Counselors, pastors, and accountability partners of those who experience sexual shame will also find in this audiobook the deep spiritual and psychological guidance they need to effectively minister to the sexually broken around them.

Contains mature themes.

©2018 Jay Stringer (P)2019 Tantor

This book is absolutely, unbelievably next level!

I have not read a more transformational book on the topic of sexual brokenness. As someone who has dealt with pornography for most of his life (since the age of 11, now 23), I have not read a more impactful, explosive, revealing, compelling book.

I have taken this journey seriously for the past TWO years of my life and have read countless resources on the subject. When someone says a book is life-changing, they tend to exaggerate, I actually mean it. Jay has found a key, THE key to real true growth and freedom.

Genuinely, I am telling all my friends about this book, who together have strove toward sexual freedom. Jay so eloquently meshes the explosive power and truth of the Gospel and elements of the Christian faith with real, hard, scientific data, psychological evaluation, and personal accounts.

THIS Jay, I cannot thank you enough for your work!

Phenomenal Book

This book is insightful in pointing the reader to the healthy God given desires and needs that drive maladaptive behaviors. I find it helpful as a counselor but also a man and believer.

Deep

I believe this will take multiple listens but information resonates with me. The part about how some of my adult behavior is mirroring my childhood was revelational. Great book!

Excellent Approach!!

Sexual addiction is a complex topic! This book makes so much sense of so many complex points. If you are the one struggling, or if you want to help others, this is an awesome resource.

Best book on sexually compulsive behavior!

Especially for a counselor, coach, group leader or therapist this is the best material for helping folks who struggle that I’ve ever encountered . And I’ve and I’ve encountered a lot podcasting on the topic of sexual addiction a.k.a. sexually compulsive behavior via my podcast Attitudes of sexual integrity since 2005. Because I’ve been doing it so long and have had so many guests It usually ranks in the top five under keyword “sex addiction” on iTunes.
I say that to make you aware of the fact that I consume more of this material then the average person. I’ve read a lot and listened to a lot of material on this topic over the years. As the show grew in popularity I’ve had authors send me books and publicists Suggest many books and guests over the years. Jay’s Unwanted includes stories and is both clinical and inspirational. As a podcaster approaching this from a Christian perspective I can honestly say this is the best book on the topic so far. I’ve interviewed Jay on two occasions once before writing the book and once after. Met him through my friend and friend of Jay’s here in the Seattle area Seth Taylor who wrote Feels Like Redemption, Another great book on the topic. Jay Stringer is full of knowledge, compassion and expertise a must for those who struggle and/or help people who do. Five Stars!

A turning point finally

I particularly liked the reframing of dealing with sexual behaviors. For the longest time, I’ve always had a disturbing thought about some of the tactics and books I’ve read. When in my own mind and heart God was more loving and gracious toward my activity. This book should be on the reading list for all addiction groups dealing with unwanted sexual behaviors. I would appreciate any and all others resources and research that I could get my hands on. Please send to [e-mail]

He addresses the ROOT causes not bandaids!

Fantastic book that addresses the root causes of unwanted sexual behavior and not just Band-Aid solutions and accountability groups.

helps with understanding

Hard to hear, but necessary. Author is very caring and insightful. This book was helpful.

So Thankful

This book has helped me tremendously. I truly believe it could help millions. Pornography and Sex Addiction may be one of the largest problems modern society faces. Jay Stringer digs deep and dissects the problem comprehensively. Even better, he provides a solution that will work if you work it. Thank you, Jay Stringer for sharing your gifts of wisdom and experience in this beautiful message. God bless.

Excellent book

Such invaluable information. Affirms all that I have learned over the 35 years in my therapeutic practice. Also, very well narrated. Easy to listen and follow. Highly recommended.