In the Company of Charity
In the Company of Charity is a podcast that invites listeners into meaningful conversations about the Catholic Church, society, and service to others, all through the lens of the spirit we've received from St. Vincent de Paul, the saint of charity. Hosted by the Daughters of Charity, each episode offers thought-provoking dialogue with nonprofit leaders, spiritual thinkers, and those working on the front lines of charity and advocacy. We explore how the spirit of service can inspire real-world action and personal transformation. Whether you're seeking spiritual enrichment or a deeper understanding of charitable work, you'll find companionship and insight here.
Join in the conversation by sending us your thoughts and questions at companyofcharity@gmail.com.
In the Company of Charity
How Addiction Hinders Relationships with God
**This episode contains talk of addiction, pornography, and problematic sexual behavior
Today we're joined by Lauren Scharmer, a licensed clinical social worker who has a specialty in treating sexual addiction. We dive into not only sexual addiction, but other forms of addiction and how any form can hinder our relationships with not only others, but ourselves and God as well. Lauren offers helpful stats, history, and advice as well as reflection on these topics.
Connect with Lauren: https://www.laurenscharmerlcsw.com/
If you or anyone you know needs help, there are resources available.
- Fight the New Drug: https://fightthenewdrug.org/
- Catholic in Recovery: https://catholicinrecovery.com/
- Covenant Eyes: https://www.covenanteyes.com/
- Recognizing Rituals: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NxaPL0v9YD0&t=649s
- Recovering Masculinity in a Pornified World: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PM2X9ATUJMA
