It was a gift to hear Tiger Woods in his news conference today prior to the US Masters. Anyone who wants to understand the most hopeful outcome of sex addiction rehab should listen to his words to the media today. Though people do go into treatment to avoid problems and negative consequences, they can leave as a better person than they were when they went in. Listening today, I heard a man who actually got what he needed to get out of rehab. I heard sincerity, accountability and a focus on the right priorities – home, family and healing. He cut the line well at keeping his private life private -while also owning the harm, hurt and loss he has caused and incurred.
Not only has Tiger Woods brought Sexual Addiction and the painful issues surrounding it to a higher level in public discourse, but he has also given us the opportunity to hear how a man can be affected by treatment and rehabilitation. Whether you go to a residential center like Pinegrove in Mississippi or an outpatient program like the Sexual Recovery Institute, the mere act of committing to change can bring about a whole lot of good. Today I can honestly say that I admire this man more now than before any of this happened. He appears real, humble and aware. Good job Tiger!
