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See for Yourself website was started in 2018 as a resource for teens, young men, parents and older men wanting more information regarding sexuality and sexual issues
See for Yourself website was started in 2018 as a resource for teens, young men, parents and older men wanting more information regarding sexuality and sexual issues
There are countless ways we can get caught up in this struggle. Sometimes, it starts with curiosity. Other times, it begins as an escape from pain, loneliness, or stress. But no matter how it begins, the real issue isn’t just the temptation itself—it’s the fact that we are the ones trapped in it.
Yet, despite knowing it’s wrong, we feel powerless to stop. The cycle continues, pulling us in deeper, and the more we give in, the harder it becomes to break free.
But here’s the truth: there is nothing wrong with us for being interested in sexual things. Every man has these desires—God created us that way. He designed us to respond sexually and to long for connection and intimacy. But He also gave us clear boundaries—not to restrict us, but to protect us.
When we step outside of those boundaries, we open ourselves up to consequences we never intended to face. The guilt, the shame, the emotional and spiritual turmoil—these uncomfortable feelings we’re struggling with right now could be the fruit of choices made outside of God’s design.
What feels like freedom in the moment can turn into chains that hold us back from true peace and fulfilment.
But the good news is that we don’t have to stay trapped. There is a way out, and it begins with recognizing the truth, taking responsibility, and choosing a path that leads to real healing and freedom. READ MORE
Habits and addictions always start small—seemingly insignificant moments that quietly take root, growing into something much harder to escape. What begins as an occasional indulgence, a moment of curiosity, or a fleeting attempt to ease discomfort can quickly spiral into something far more consuming.
But over time, these behaviours take hold, becoming cycles we repeat until they feel impossible to break.
What once felt like a choice starts to feel like a need, and before we realize it, we are caught in a cycle of bingeing, regret, and frustration—trapped in something far bigger than we ever intended.
For some, this struggle begins with deep, painful wounds—being sexually violated or manipulated into experiences we never asked for. For others, the habit begins as an escape—a way to numb the pain of loneliness, rejection, stress, or emotional turmoil. And for many, it starts with nothing more than the pursuit of pleasure, until the desire for it turns into something stronger than our ability to resist.
But no matter how it starts, addiction thrives in silence and repetition. The more we engage in it, the more it controls us. And the longer we stay trapped, the deeper the shame, guilt, and frustration become.
Breaking free isn’t easy, but it is possible. It begins with awareness—recognizing the cycle for what it is. It takes the courage to seek healing, not just temporary relief. Because true freedom isn’t found in starving or managing an addiction—it’s found in healing and outgrowing it. READ MORE