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Today, I sit down with Gary Katz, a licensed clinical social worker and founder of the Center for Intimacy Recovery, to talk about the overlooked relationship that affects every other one: the relationship with yourself. Mr. Katz brings years of experience working with individuals and couples dealing with intimacy disorders, pornography addiction, betrayal trauma, and the deep psychological wounds that stem from a lack of self-worth. We explore how social media, cultural pressure, and unhealed trauma have made emotional and sexual connection even more difficult, and for some, impossible.
We break down the impact of growing up in homes where emotional support was missing and how that shapes our adult relationships, as well as how what we witness in our parents' relationship affects what we seek and normalize. Mr. Katz explains how many people, especially men, fall into a cycle of chasing validation — whether through work, sex, or status — only to find those “solutions” becoming their biggest problems. He also shares how betrayal trauma mirrors symptoms seen in combat veterans, with lasting effects on trust, self-esteem, and the ability to regulate emotions.
Throughout the episode, we unpack the danger of mistaking intimacy for validation and the importance of recognizing patterns, not red flags, in our dating lives. We talk about the societal stigma around being single, the fear of loneliness, and the desperate decisions people make to avoid feeling unwanted.
https://www.intimacyrecovery.com/
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*Couple O' Nukes LLC and Mr. Whiskey are not licensed medical entities, nor do they take responsibility for any advice or information put forth by guests. Take all advice at your own risk.
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Today, I sit down with Gary Katz, a licensed clinical social worker and founder of the Center for Intimacy Recovery, to talk about the overlooked relationship that affects every other one: the relationship with yourself. Mr. Katz brings years of experience working with individuals and couples dealing with intimacy disorders, pornography addiction, betrayal trauma, and the deep psychological wounds that stem from a lack of self-worth. We explore how social media, cultural pressure, and unhealed trauma have made emotional and sexual connection even more difficult, and for some, impossible.
We break down the impact of growing up in homes where emotional support was missing and how that shapes our adult relationships, as well as how what we witness in our parents' relationship affects what we seek and normalize. Mr. Katz explains how many people, especially men, fall into a cycle of chasing validation — whether through work, sex, or status — only to find those “solutions” becoming their biggest problems. He also shares how betrayal trauma mirrors symptoms seen in combat veterans, with lasting effects on trust, self-esteem, and the ability to regulate emotions.
Throughout the episode, we unpack the danger of mistaking intimacy for validation and the importance of recognizing patterns, not red flags, in our dating lives. We talk about the societal stigma around being single, the fear of loneliness, and the desperate decisions people make to avoid feeling unwanted.
https://www.intimacyrecovery.com/
Website: https://coupleonukes.com
Exodus, Honor Your Heart, & Thrive Alcohol Recovery: https://www.coupleonukes.com/affiliates/
Want to be a guest on Couple O' Nukes? Send me a message on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1726279485588093e83e0e007
Sign Up For A PodMatch Account: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/coupleonukes
*Couple O' Nukes LLC and Mr. Whiskey are not licensed medical entities, nor do they take responsibility for any advice or information put forth by guests. Take all advice at your own risk.