Unhooked: Breaking Porn Addiction Podcast

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This is a rebroadcast of one of the episodes that had a huge impact on me personally, something I wanted to bring back for newer listeners.
In this episode, I share a simple quote that completely changed the way I think about recovery, happiness, and the habits we build in our minds. It became one of the foundations for breaking free from porn addiction and creating a more meaningful life.
We talk about how your thoughts shape your brain, why certain mental patterns keep you stuck, and how to intentionally cultivate the qualities that actually lead to peace, fulfillment, and freedom.
What are you repeatedly thinking about and who is it shaping you into?
If this resonated with you, share it with someone who needs it and subscribe for more conversations on recovery, discipline, and real change.

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

Connect with Jeremy:

🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com

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

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

📩 Email: [email protected]

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

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:58 The Quote That Changed My Life
02:57 Thoughts Become Mental Habits
04:16 Neuroscience Behind Your Thoughts
05:15 Training Your Mind for Happiness
06:36 Why Pleasure Doesn’t Fulfill You
07:20 Cultivate Contentment and Peace
08:31 Free Slip Reset Resource

🔹 Want to break free?

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This is a rebroadcast of one of the most impactful episodes from the archive, something I wanted to bring back for newer listeners.

In this episode, I talk about a powerful recovery strategy called “burning the boats”,  what to do when motivation disappears, when you know what you should be doing, but you still keep falling back into old habits.

We explore why relying on motivation alone often fails, and how creating real commitment can completely change your recovery journey.

What would change in your life if going back was no longer an option?

If this resonated with you, share it with someone who needs it and subscribe for more conversations on recovery, discipline, and real change.
🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/intro

Connect with Jeremy:

🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com

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

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

📩 Email: [email protected]

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

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
05:21 The “Burn the Boats” Mindset Explained
07:44 Why Commitment Beats Willpower
09:09 Practical Ways to Burn the Boats in Recovery
11:26 Accountability, Public Commitment & Financial Investment
13:31 Real-Life Example: Forcing Action Through Commitment
15:42 Applying This Strategy to Fitness, Recovery & Life Goals

🔹 Want to break free?

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Why is porn so hard to quit even when you know it’s hurting you?
In this episode, I share a powerful analogy from a live coaching call inside Unhooked Academy that completely changes how you think about porn addiction. We talk about why porn, social media, and thirst traps are like “billion-dollar potato chips” engineered to hijack your brain and keep you craving more.
Understanding this helped a lot of the guys in our community finally stop blaming themselves and start seeing the bigger picture.
What if your struggle isn’t just about willpower… but about what you’ve been conditioning your brain to crave?
If this resonated, share it with someone who needs it and subscribe for more conversations on recovery, discipline, and real change.
🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/intro

Connect with Jeremy:

🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com

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

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

📩 Email: [email protected]

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

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
00:58 Junk Food Porn Analogy
01:42 Novelty Chip Effect
02:54 Algorithm Engineered Chips
04:46 Compassion and Real Life Intimacy
05:37 Pause Before You Bite
07:21 Final Thoughts

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What should you do in the exact moment an urge hits?
In this episode, I guide you through a simple meditation you can use whenever you feel a craving or the urge to relapse. Instead of fighting it or giving in, I’ll show you how to sit with the urge, observe it, and let it pass.
This is a practical tool you can come back to anytime you need support in the moment.
What would change if you stopped reacting to urges and started understanding them instead?
If this helped you, share it with someone who needs it and subscribe for more tools on recovery, discipline, and real change.
🔹 Want personalized support? Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/intro

Connect with Jeremy:

🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com

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

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

📩 Email: [email protected]

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

🔹 Want personalized support? 
Book a free discovery call with Jeremy: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/intro
This episode is a repost of my conversation on the Better Sex Podcast with Jessa Zimmerman.
I share my journey with porn addiction from early exposure to the subtle ways it started shaping my mind, relationships, and sense of self.
We explore addiction through a different lens. Not just as a behavior to fix, but as a pattern of craving and avoidance. I use the idea of the “hungry ghosts” to describe what addiction really feels like: constantly wanting more, but never actually feeling satisfied.
I also talk about how an unfulfilled life can fuel addictive patterns, the role of dopamine and novelty, and how mindfulness can help you break the cycle. Recovery isn’t just about stopping a habit, it’s about learning to sit with discomfort, build awareness, and create a life you don’t need to escape from.
So the question is: are you trying to quit the behavior… or understand what’s driving it?
If this resonated, share it with someone who needs it and subscribe for more conversations on recovery, discipline, and building a life of integrity.
🔹 Want to break free? 
Join Unhooked Academy now:
https://www.unhookedacademy.com/

Connect with Jeremy:
🌍 Website: JeremyLipkowitz.com
📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/
🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyLipkowitz
📩 Email: [email protected]

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

Connect with Jessa Zimmerman
🌍 Website: https://intimacywithease.com/
www.jessazimmerman.com
🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeiuPW707eoHRh8T95Gs4qA
🎙️ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6W4PJ6NB8akNyzaGUZGW0X

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
02:32 Defining Addiction Broadly
05:27 When Porn Becomes Harmful
11:09 Age Exposure and Potency
14:36 Sex Positivity and Balance
17:38 Unrealistic Expectations and Lust
19:48 Realm of Hungry Ghosts
23:06 Toxic Shame Spiral
25:28 Healthy Shame And Remorse
28:46 Mindfulness Without Buddhism
35:40 Meditation Skills Training
37:17 Community And Accountability
41:18 Final Thoughts