# Lying About My Addiction for Decades Then Getting Caught

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Podcast: [The Grounded Union Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-grounded-union-podcast-7220500)
Published: 2026-01-02T14:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://groundedunionpodcast.transistor.fm/s3/4
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## Resource

In this episode of The Grounded Union Podcast, we dive deep into the raw realities of addiction, deception, and recovery as Brandon and Caitlyn sit with Chris and Jessica just weeks after the revelation of Chris’s decades-long pornography addiction. Chris shares his journey through early exposure, secrecy, and lifelong patterns of lying, while Jessica opens up about the heartbreak of discovering hidden truths in their marriage. The conversation highlights how addiction feeds on avoidance, distraction, and unmet emotional needs, not just behaviors. Brandon and Caitlyn provide compassionate, actionable guidance, including screen detox, journaling, and the 4R’s framework, offering couples a raw but hopeful roadmap to confront betrayal, rebuild trust, and reclaim connection. Our 2026 Grounded Union 2-Day Workshop: 📍San Diego, CA — In-person & virtual 📅 August 14th & 15th, 2026 Workshop for Couples: Tap here to grab your ticket Looking for immediate support in your marriage? The Marriage Crisis Roadmap: Download the free guide here! Grounded Union Couples App: Tap here to apply Save Your Marriage Webinar: Tap here to get lifetime access Follow us on social: @brandontalksmarriage , @caitlyn_doerksen & @groundedunion YouTube Show available here Timestamps & Key Moments: 00:00:28 – Chris shares that everything is “extremely fresh,” revealing a long history of lying rooted in unresolved childhood issues and the very recent moment of truth. 00:02:47 – Jessica describes the devastation of discovery, the shock of realizing how well the lies were hidden, and the disorientation of betrayal. 00:04:36 – Caitlyn provides context: six years of marriage, discovery during the postpartum period, and the weight of learning the addiction spanned the entire relationship. 00:05…

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