having too much free time

Hi Wendel. I am not sure that is the right question but it is a good start.

First of all hobbies. Secondly I would focus on using your time and energy to achieve other things you value, even if they are immaterial like wellness and energy.

I mean just about all males would fap if they were left to their own devices without any hobbies, goals, or purpose. So perhaps if you truly do have alot of free time and are not working find some positive hobbies that don't have negative effects like the PMO does.

 

How do you stop smoking? In not smoking.
How do you stop fapping? In not fapping.
Focus on what you really want: true happiness.

 

I actually had a hell of time quitting cigarettes.

Took a whole lot more than not doing it to finally no longer do it.

 

Congrats on quitting cigarettes I think all addictions are one day at a time and yes a little more complex than just not doing it. Well, not doing it is a big factor, but seeking support, help, doing recovery program, etc. All contribute to maintain "not doing it" (for me at least having delt with other addictions besides PMO as well)

The mentality that "I'm just never gonna do it again" led me relapse at times because there was more to it than that I didn't realize.

So I agree

@Wendel - Hi! Welcome to nofap Well about free time. You could divert a lot of your free time into participating on the NoFap forums. You can give support to others and also receive support. Also it will help you stop wanting PMO as much when you stay in touch with all the damage it can do. Also participating in support group helps heal the shame, which also weakens the hold of addiction on me so far. (my experience/thoughts on it)