Internet porn does more than create a bad habit. It can train the brain toward novelty, isolation, fantasy, and escape—while making real intimacy feel more difficult. In this article, I unpack my conversation with Noah B.E. Church on PIED, porn addiction neuroscience, sexual rewiring, and how men can build a recovery lifestyle that restores confidence, connection, and healthy desire.
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