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Twelve Traditions of Sexaholics Anonymous

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These are the Twelve Traditions of Sexaholics Anonymous

  1. Our common welfare should come first; personal recovery depends on SA unity.
  2. For our group purpose there is but one ultimate authority – a loving God as He may express Himself in our group conscience. Our leaders are but trusted servants; they do not govern.
  3. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop lusting and become sexually sober.
  4. Each group should be autonomous except in matters affecting other groups or Sexaholics Anonymous as a whole.
  5. Each group has but one primary purpose — to carry its message to the sexaholic who still suffers.
  6. An SA group ought never endorse, finance, or lend the SA name to any related facility or outside enterprise, lest problems of money, property, and prestige divert us from our primary purpose.
  7. Every SA group ought to be fully self-supporting, declining outside contributions.
  8. Sexaholics Anonymous should remain forever nonprofessional, but our service centers may employ special workers.
  9. SA, as such, ought never be organized; but we may create service boards or committees directly responsible to those they serve.
  10. Sexaholics Anonymous has no opinion on outside issues; hence the SA name ought never be drawn into public controversy.
  11. Our public relations policy is based on attraction rather than promotion; we need always maintain personal anonymity at the level of press, radio, films, and TV.
  12. Anonymity is the spiritual foundation of all our traditions, ever reminding us to place principles before personalities.

In Sexaholics Anonymous our program is based on AA, so the Twelve Traditions are reprinted in for adaptation with permission of Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

Twelve Steps of Sexaholics Anonymous

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These are the Twelve Steps of Sexaholics Anonymous

  1. We admitted that we were powerless over lust — that our lives had become unmanageable.
  2. Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.
  3. Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood Him.
  4. Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.
  5. Admitted to God, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs.
  6. Were entirely ready to have God remove all these defects of character.
  7. Humbly asked Him to remove our shortcomings.
  8. Made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all.
  9. Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others.
  10. Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly admitted it.
  11. Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out.
  12. Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these Steps, we tried to carry this message to sexaholics, and to practice these principles in all our affairs.

In Sexaholics Anonymous our program is based on AA, so the Twelve Steps are reprinted in for adaptation with permission of Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.

Anonymity

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ANONYMITY: THE SPIRITUAL FOUNDATION OF THE SA 12-STEP PROGRAM

In practicing the spiritual principle of anonymity, we respect each other’s anonymity at meetings by not repeating outside the meeting whom we saw or what a particular person said at the meeting.

Likewise, if we see someone in a meeting whom we know in another context, we respect their anonymity by not talking about non-Program matters with them at the meeting.

In Public

We practice anonymity outside a meeting when we see an SA program friend in a public place. We refrain from saying hello if the situation would require explaining to a third person how we know each other.

Further, we practice anonymity in one-on-one conversations with other members of the SA Fellowship when we need to discuss issues involving a third person. Unless the matter involves an SA group or SA as a program, we simply do not identify the person we are talking about.

Anonymity

If you are concerned about a situation where someone has broken SA anonymity, you can request a meeting to address the matter. This meeting will provide an opportunity to openly discuss and review the specific events that have raised concerns. During the meeting, we will collectively examine the details and context of the situation, ensuring that everyone’s perspective is heard and considered. Through thoughtful and prayerful discussion, we will aim to reach a group conscience decision. This decision will guide us in determining the most appropriate and constructive actions to take. Our goal is to address the matter in a way that upholds the principles of our fellowship and supports the well-being of all involved. in fellowship hope to find a solution that is both helpful and respectful by working together. We aim to maintain the integrity of our anonymity while fostering a supportive and understanding environment.

We have many meetings every day of the week.

Sexual Addiction

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The Negative Impact of Sexual Addiction on Your Life

Sexual addiction, often overlooked in discussions about addiction, is a serious condition that can have profound negative impacts on various aspects of an individual’s life. Understanding the ramifications of sexual addiction is crucial for recognizing its signs and seeking appropriate help.

One of the most significant impacts of any addiction is on emotional and mental health. Individuals struggling with sexual addiction often experience feelings of shame, guilt, and anxiety. These emotions can lead to depression and a decreased sense of self-worth. The constant preoccupation with sexual thoughts and behaviors can also result in increased stress and emotional instability.

Sexual addiction can severely damage personal relationships. Trust is the cornerstone of any healthy relationship, and sexual addiction often leads to deceit and betrayal. Partners may feel hurt, angry, and disconnected, leading to conflicts and, in many cases, separation or divorce. Additionally, the addict may isolate themselves from friends and family to hide their behavior, further deteriorating their social support network.

The compulsive nature of sexual addiction can interfere with one’s professional life. An individual might find it difficult to concentrate on work, leading to decreased productivity and poor performance. In severe cases, engaging in inappropriate behavior at work or using company resources for sexual activities can result in disciplinary action or job loss. The professional reputation and career progression of an individual can suffer immensely due to such behaviors.

Any addiction can also have serious physical health consequences. Engaging in risky sexual behaviors increases the likelihood of contracting sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Additionally, the stress associated with maintaining secretive and compulsive behaviors can lead to other health issues such as sleep disturbances, weight fluctuations, and weakened immune function.

Maintaining any addiction can be financially draining. Whether it involves spending money on pornography, escorts, or other sexual services, the costs can quickly add up. This financial strain can lead to debt and financial instability, exacerbating stress and further impacting overall well-being.

In some instances, sexual addiction can lead to legal problems. Engaging in illegal activities such as soliciting prostitution or accessing illegal pornography can result in criminal charges. The legal consequences can be severe, including fines, imprisonment, and a permanent criminal record, which can affect future opportunities.

Most addictions is a multifaceted issue that can negatively impact an individual’s emotional, mental, relational, professional, physical, financial, and legal well-being. Recognizing the signs and seeking help from professionals, such as therapists specializing in sexual addiction, is essential for recovery and regaining control over one’s life. Early intervention can prevent further harm and help individuals rebuild healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Porn Addiction Help

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Addiction to pornography refers to a compulsion to use pornographic images to the extent that the behavior itself has begun to interfere with a person’s ability to effectively manage his or her life on a day-to-day basis. The individual has become dependent on the use of pornography to get through each day. Porn Addiction Help can be here.

Porn Addiction Help

Like other addictions, pornography addiction can lead to negative consequences such as decreased productivity, social isolation, relationship problems, and financial difficulties. Individuals suffering from pornography addiction may spend excessive amounts of time viewing pornography, may find themselves unable to controlling this behavior, may experience withdrawal symptoms when trying to quit, and will often continue to use despite negative consequences.

Porn Addiction Help Is Here

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For years I have struggled with the pendulum swinging from extreme to extreme with regard to my internet habits.  One moment I could be reading about improving my health and the next moment I would be scouring the web for yet another image for my lust to entertain some fantasy in my head. The great fork in the road usually is shame that leads me down this path.  I often think the only thing that will make me feel better is another lust hit to get me through the day.

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We have found that, in our attempts to break free of our addiction to pornography, we simply cannot successfully do so alone and in isolation from others with the same addiction. 

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In Sexaholics Anonymous, we have found a group of individuals who have continued walking with us, helping us find peace, serenity, and an increasing freedom, on a daily basis, from our compulsive and obsessive addiction to pornography and other addictive behaviors. 

What is Sexaholics Anonymous (SA)?

Sexaholics Anonymous (SA) is a twelve-step program designed to help people struggling with compulsive sexual behavior, including addiction to pornography, masturbation, and other sexual activities. SA is based on the same principles as Alcoholics Anonymous and other twelve-step programs and operates on the belief that sexual addiction is a disease that can be managed but not cured. The program encourages members to work through the steps, attend meetings, and connect with a sponsor who can provide guidance and support. SA also emphasizes the importance of abstinence from sexual behaviors that are harmful or disruptive to a member’s life. Overall, SA aims to provide a safe and supportive community where individuals can work toward recovery from their compulsive sexual behavior.

SA is based on the same principles as Alcoholics Anonymous and other twelve-step programs It operates on the belief that sexual addiction is a disease that can be managed but not cured. The program encourages members to work through the steps, attend meetings, and connect with a sponsor who can provide guidance and support. SA also emphasizes the importance of abstinence from sexual behaviors that are harmful or disruptive to a member’s life.

Is SA right for my porn addiction?

The best place to start is by taking the following 20 question quiz. 

Questions for a Newcomer

  1. Have you ever thought you needed help for your sexual thinking or behavior?
  2. That you’d be better off if you didn’t keep “giving in”?
  3. That sex or stimuli are controlling you?
  4. Have you ever tried to stop or limit doing what you felt was wrong in your sexual behavior?
  5. Do you resort to sex to escape, relieve anxiety, or because you can’t cope?
  6. Do you feel guilt, remorse or depression afterward?
  7. Has your pursuit of sex become more compulsive?
  8. Does it interfere with relations with your spouse?
  9. Do you have to resort to images or memories during sex?
  10. Does an irresistible impulse arise when the other party makes the overtures or sex is offered?
  11. Do you keep going from one “relationship” or lover to another?
  12. Do you feel the “right relationship” would help you stop lusting, masturbating, or being so promiscuous?
  13. Do you have a destructive need — a desperate sexual or emotional need for someone?
  14. Does pursuit of sex make you careless for yourself or the welfare of your family or others?
  15. Has your effectiveness or concentration decreased as sex has become more compulsive?
  16. Do you lose time from work for it?
  17. Do you turn to a lower environment when pursuing sex?
  18. Do you want to get away from the sex partner as soon as possible after the act?
  19. Although your spouse is sexually compatible, do you still masturbate or have sex with others?
  20. Have you ever been arrested for a sex-related offense?

(from page 8 of Sexaholics Anonymous White Book)