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Sobriety is boring

Discussion in 'Rebooting - Porn Addiction Recovery' started by need4realchg, Sep 24, 2019.

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Sobriety should include boredom

  1. Yes— it’s natural

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  2. No— it means something is missing

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  1. Sep 24, 2019 #1
    need4realchg

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    i have been watching the ybop and found it very good. The explanation of dopamine and opioids is making me see clearer my challenges.

    My fundamental problem seems to be that I’m bored with my sobriety. The excitement of the chase is largely frowned upon and I’m wondering what I should do to combat that.

    Not looking for additional dopamine surges ... the ones I already do (gym, new languages, music) are good but I feel an emptiness that I used to combat with tindering or getting matches online.

    Now I get most of my dopamine when someone texts me or when I see that little “alert” flag show up in nofap.

    Feels pathetic. I’m back to feeling bored. Anyone else have this “eeyor” vibe? Not the same as flatline there’s sexual energy but no enjoyment.
     

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  2. Sep 24, 2019 #2
    lavandero

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    maybe ... for about 3 days or so I am in a flatline, I feel somewhat irascible, or unmotivated.

    On the other hand I have been using Tinder quite a bit during the last month. I have read a lot about how to improve the profile and increase matches, etc ... to channel my energy into real women. But the truth is that it has not worked well for me, I have achieved some matches but I have not been able to meet anyone. I prefer to meet girls in person, I think it is more effective.
     
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  3. Sep 24, 2019 #3
    Uncomfortably Numb

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    Yes... it might be one we have to 'ride out' until 'normality' is restored.
     
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