In this deeply compassionate and transformative episode, Anne Bland tackles a listener-requested topic: porn addiction and how it impacts our relationships, intimacy, and sense of self. While pornography is widely consumed, compulsive use can lead to disconnection, shame, and challenges in real-life relationships. But there is hope! Tantra offers a powerful, mindful, and healing path to break free from addiction and rediscover connection, presence, and pleasure.
Highlights
• Understanding porn addiction
Anne explores the rise of porn addiction, sharing eye-opening statistics and its emotional and neurological impact on individuals and relationships.
• The root of addiction
Discover what often lies beneath compulsive behaviors: emotional disconnection, stress, and avoidance of vulnerability - and how awareness is the first step to healing.
• How Tantra helps
Learn how Tantric principles can support you in:
• Reconnecting with your body through breathwork and mindfulness.
• Rebalancing energy with conscious self-pleasure practices.
• Healing emotional patterns and learning to sit with uncomfortable feelings.
• Rebuilding trust and intimacy in relationships through presence, mindful touch, and shared practices.
• A personal story
Anne shares a powerful client transformation where Tantric tools replaced shame and performance pressure with connection and authentic pleasure.
• Special highlight
Anne invites listeners to listen to the next episode which is her insightful conversation with intimacy expert Susan Bratton, who offers practical tools for overcoming intimacy blocks and rekindling passion.
Practical tools you’ll learn in this episode
1. How to start a mindful, Tantric self-pleasure practice to re-sensitise your body.
2. Using breathwork to regulate the nervous system and calm overstimulation.
3. Creating emotional safety and trust in relationships.
4. Exploring intimacy as a journey—not a performance.
If this episode resonates with you or someone you care about, please share it. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to walk this path alone. Leave a review on your favorite podcast app, share your thoughts, and let Anne know what topics you’d like to hear next.
Episode disclaimer
This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not substitute professional advice. If you are struggling with addiction, consider seeking guidance from a qualified therapist or coach.
Closing thought
Healing from porn addiction isn’t about shame or blame. It’s about rediscovering connection, presence, and love for yourself and your partner. Tantra offers a profound path to break free and embrace intimacy with an open heart.
You are not broken. Healing begins with presence, patience, and compassion.
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