Hi everyone

Optimus, here are a list of things that have helped me and others. IF you do these things and get fully educated, it goes a log way to fighting the urges and building a great streak. The other trick is NOT to get lax with yourself once you achieve a great streak and think you are bullet-proof. That's when PMO will sneak-attack you, cause a reset and ruin your streak/progress. You will fall multiple times - you must always get back up, shake yourself off and start moving forward again. Your only a failure if you give up. We're all here for you, let us know how we can help you. I look forward to your progress.

1. Share your story - you've nailed this one already!
2. Set up a porn blocker on your computer and all other devices.
3. Get yourself an accountability partner on this site, and locally if you have a close friend you can safely confide in.
4. Visit www.yourbrainonporn.com to understand the science of the addiction so you can battle it with wisdom.
5. Watch The Ted talk here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSF82AwSDiU
6. Read posts here daily and update your journal daily - you'll understand others' experiences and how they may relate to you and be immersed in ongoing communication that we'll be daily assets for you while also helping others.
7. Set realistic goals and add a counter to help you and everyone see your progress - small steps seem very achievable and build confidence - large ones may make you feel like it is useless. I suggest picking one day past your longest streak to date, or less if the longest "seems" unachievable at present.
8. Ask questions along the way - we're here to help each other. Nobody will judge you here - we're here for ourselves and one another.

Welcome to the team! Let's fight the battle against PMO and make some progress together!