Love and Joy: Tips, Tools, and a Plan for Dating In Recovery

Love and Joyis a therapist-created guide to dating with intention, boundaries, and emotional clarity—written specifically for individuals in recovery from sex and love addiction.Whether you’re newly sober, reentering the dating world, or learning how to build healthy relationships for the first time, this book offers practical strategies and gentle truth-telling rooted in real recovery.Inside, you’ll find:Guidance on knowing when you’re ready to dateTips for setting boundaries without shutting downReflection prompts to help you stay grounded in your valuesAdvice on handling triggers, rejection, and intimacyA clear plan for dating without compromising your healingD.J. Burr writes with empathy, experience, and honesty—offering encouragement without shortcuts.Love and Joyis not a promise of perfect relationships—it’s a compassionate invitation to love yourself first, and grow from there.Read more