Tip #3- The One-Second Rule

The one-second rule is simple. When applied, it can stop the Christian sex addict from beginning a fantasy before it happens. If you are looking at someone in an inappropriate manner, count to one, and then turn away. DON’T look back! I realize some of you think and process very quickly, so for you, the one-second rule would apply. For instant scanners, don't even count to one. Look away instantly! This works great, especially in public places like malls, restaurants, or driving. The “no turning back” is the hardest part. If you stick with this, fantasies will subside, and it will break entrenched habits of cruising around “for a better look” or making contact with the person. In a way, this is rubbernecking in reverse. Instead of stretching to see what or who you are looking at, you count to three or less, and stretch your neck to look at something else in the other direction that is safer for you and your freedom from sex addiction. This will probably add a lot more time to your schedule too! Remember this "golden rule of thumb" in recovery and you will stay clean the rest of your life.