Whatever the precise definition of the word may be, we call this plain insanity (AA 37).

It was a significant revelation when I finally realized that I, as well as other sexaholics, am prone to insane thinking. My sponsor was particularly good at pointing this out—I would begin a sentence with “I think…,” and he would say, “That’s your problem—you’re thinking.” My sexaholic mind naturally gravitates toward insane thinking, and I will do all right as long as I can remember that fact.

This concept has also helped me when working with others. I act differently when I remind myself that this person is insane. I don’t get as caught up in their issues, because the real problem is insane thinking.