Welcome to another episode of Hi, I'm Sarah, and I'm an Addict: Voicing the Journey from Struggle to Strength.
In this episode, I sit down with Karen, a recovered sex addict, to have an eye-opening conversation about what sex addiction really is—and it’s probably not what you think.
At its core, sex addiction isn’t about sex; it’s about intimacy issues, emotional disconnection, and deep-seated patterns that drive compulsive behaviours. We explore how Karen’s journey led her from addiction to recovery, the role of 12-step meetings, and how personal development played a huge part in her healing.
✅ What it really means to be a sex addict
✅ The root causes—and why it’s not just about sex
✅ Karen’s experience with 12-step programs and moving beyond them
✅ How personal development played a key role in her transformation
✅ The journey to healthy intimacy and self-connection
This is a powerful, personal-development-focused conversation that challenges misconceptions and sheds light on an often-overlooked addiction.
Karen Pohlman is the unmessable mindset mentor for female leaders who are ready to embrace their inner strength and shine brightly. After facing personal struggles, including marriage challenges and the loss of her home and business in 2008, Karen embarked on a 17-year journey of personal development. This transformative experience led her to create her book, Be Unmessable, where she shares the life lessons and strategies she developed along the way.
As an entrepreneur, mother to three amazing children, and wife to her talented husband, Karen now resides in sunny New Mexico with her two dogs. Through her "Live Another Way" process, Karen teaches individuals how to thrive, not just survive, empowering them to navigate life’s challenges with resilience, grace, and ease.
Karen’s journey from adversity to empowerment serves as an inspiration to all, proving that with the right mindset, it’s possible to overcome life’s toughest moments and remain unmessable.
You can learn more about Karen and her work by visiting her website: https://liveanotherway.com
You can also contact her directly at: Karen@anotherway.live
If Karen’s story inspired you and you’re ready to break through your own limitations, join me for Pathway to Freedom: Advancing Personal Mastery on Saturday, 8th March. This online event is all about reclaiming your power and stepping into the next level of personal growth.
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