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I only Masturbate and watch porn when I'm stressed

Discussion in 'New to NoFap' started by ChrisKush1999AA17, Aug 5, 2016.

  1. ChrisKush1999AA17

    ChrisKush1999AA17 Fapstronaut

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    Does this mean that I'm addicted? When I'm stressed most of the time I REALLY need to do it, but does this mean I'm not addicted or am I?
     
  2. The Eleven

    The Eleven Fapstronaut

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    I think a fair definition of addiction includes anything that involves (a) you feeling compelled to do something you wouldn't otherwise want to do; and (b) this involuntary activity causing problems in the rest of your life.

    Sounds like you've got (a) covered, but how about (b)?
     
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  3. i_wanna_get_better1

    i_wanna_get_better1 Fapstronaut

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    Addicts use porn to alter, medicate, numb, sooth, or escape from negative emotions. The more you PMO to deal with stress the more your brain learns to depend upon it. It doesn't learn any other way to deal with stress. When you orgasm the body releases opioid like chemicals that calms the body down, which is perfect for dealing with stress and anxiety. But it is not true comfort. It is a fleeting feeling, and often the negative feelings come back even worse. The sooner you decide to change, the easier it is to cut it out of your life.
     
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  4. BrainPlasticity

    BrainPlasticity Fapstronaut

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    Start learning about meditation and mindful living. Also check out the book "Don't sweat the small stuff" by Richard Carlson.
    Seems if you just focus on dealing with stress, you'll become PMO free as a result.
     
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  5. iHappy

    iHappy Guest

    This!
    I think I will use this quote because I couldn't have said it better.
     
  6. All these posts bring up good points on what you asked, Chris. If you want to stop and can't stop, then that sounds like a problem. And if so, dealing with it sooner rather than later is always better.
     

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