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Discussion in 'New to NoFap' started by sleepingdragon_3388, Apr 6, 2020.

  1. Hello Everyone,

    Figured I introduce myself, I am a new member. I got hooked on porn when i was 16, I'm 32 now. I have a stable job and engaged to my girlfriend of 5 years. Recovery has not been easy for me, because I am in denial with how much control porn has on me. I've noticed a few triggers that causes me to relapse: 1/ being alone 2/ not getting enough sleep 3/ not having meaningful social interactions 4/ seeing someone attractive and then fantasize 5/ daydreaming turn into fantasizing about porn.

    I plan to be active in this community on a regular basis, because seeing other people's post reminds me of why i'm doing this and commenting on other posts helps me reduce the cravings.
     
  2. | Nico |

    | Nico | Distinguished Fapstronaut
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    Welcome to Nofap :)
     
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  3. Hey welcome to the NoFap forum : )

    It's nice to see you here fighting the good fight alongside us!


    First let me go ahead and drop some helpful links for you:

    Getting Started Guide / Forum Rules / How to Use the NoFap forums/ Glossary/ NoFap Panic button / Set up your day counter / Rebooting Resources/ Accountability groups (new!) / About NoFap/ Support NoFap


    Here is just some advice:


    First and foremost please take a look at each section in the forum, there might be something(s) you may find of big help to you. Feel free to post there :+)


    Then secondly I just advise you to be active on your profile(as there a few active people in the profile section). Please start by choosing an avatar and then make daily status posts to show you're active and needing support/encouragement. They've also got a neat little feature that shows freshly posted statuses for all users to see. People will find your profile and give you encouragement/support.


    Theres a portion of people who love communicating in the profile section..(it should be and is )mostly spportive talk but it doesn't hurt to deviate from supportive talk. It would be great to have you join in and support others in the threads, profiles, and journal. Make sure and be grateful for the help you received and give some help after receiving some. Invest in some people's journeys. We could always use your help and in return you shall receive some as well!


    Thirdly, You should also highly consider creating a public journal/log (in the appropriate section for you) and write about your days in more depth for us members to follow along your journey and offer support to you by way of posting in your journal.


    Last but not least: Good luck on your journey here, make sure to really give it a try with all your heart!
     
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  4. Jolie999

    Jolie999 Fapstronaut

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    Hey man i am able to understand stand your problem. I am also new here .
     
  5. Dycekidd

    Dycekidd New Fapstronaut

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    hello. glad to be on board. please can someone help me with the basics especially how to join forums and all.
     
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  6. Kurtyboy

    Kurtyboy Fapstronaut

    I’m new as well, with some of the same triggers and definitely here for the same reasons. I’m happy to see more people like me. Keep it going.
     
  7. Welcome to the community :)
     
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  8. Jolie999

    Jolie999 Fapstronaut

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    Yeah i am also new member of this community and i am glad to see more peoples like me.
     
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  9. The Free Bird

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    Hi, welcome to the community

    I would recommend you to stay in touch with members and read their success stories. You may also learn tricks to avoid the short-term pleasure and to face the temptations.

    Be AWARE of your habits and control what you see and what/who you spend your time with.

    It's also important to limit the usage of social media. In addition, never be free! Use your free time as much as possible and do sports, exercise, attend classes, etc.


    This video contains everything that you need to know about porn addiction. Lastly, here is a collection of ways to deal with the urges which worked great for me.

    ֍ You got this my friend ֍
     
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