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Hopeless...

Discussion in 'Porn Addiction' started by gandu_, May 24, 2020.

  1. gandu_

    gandu_ Fapstronaut

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    Hi guys, basically I feel at a complete low. I'll try to sum this up as good as I can without making it a pity party.

    I want to change/improve my life and it's been in my head since a young age. However I can't change, I make small efforts but everything is half assed. I'd say deep down I'm not unintelligent or just some thick guy but I just feel hopeless in what to do. I still live at home, I work a dead end job and my habits are terrible. I've got messed up sleep, I smoke weed everyday after work then veg out hoping and overthinking shit.

    I don't know what my dreams aspirations are anymore, my posture is terrible, I basically fap everyday but I do edging because I think somehow it's better because you don't cum properly. I feel very weak as a man too, can barely even do a pullup anymore if at all. I have some days that are good and then it just goes downhill somehow.

    Any advice on organizing or getting a clear mind, I just feel like I'm my own worst enemy and I procrastinate EVERYTHING until shit gets really bad...even this I've been thinking to write for so long..

    EDIT: On my days off, I just open close youtube tabs, play games, just waste my whole day completely. I don't have friends or any social life. I quit drinking earlier this year and now I've finished my weed so I'm done with that too, but everything else feels like such a mess. I try to meditate sometimes and workout but I just feel no motivation for life and I've been like this for very long.

    Thank you!
     
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  2. Reborn16

    Reborn16 Fapstronaut

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    Hey man, this is an exciting time, you'll look back on this one day and be glad you started making changes happen, I'm sure.

    It sounds to me like you're at the beginning of a very worthy process of self-development. You've listed a few things you'd like to change, and it's true, we are our own worst enemy sometimes!

    All I can really say is things can and will slowly get better my man. Just have to start with what you can do today.

    I can tell you I started a similar journey just over 5 years ago. My problems were having little direction, not enough responsibilities, not socialising, sleeping in, staying up, playing hours of video games, and of course, hours wasted on PMO.

    You may find there are underlying issues that need addressing. I know I did, high school bullying for one. If there's anything there, you likely won't get big changes happening until it's addressed. Professional counselling or a trusted friend can help here.

    But if I could go back in time and tell myself one thing 5 years ago, it would be to write down - in detail - what my ideal lifestyle would be.

    Where would I like to live?
    Would I have lost weight, or changed my physique?
    Single, married, dating?
    Would I work from home, or part time, or start a business?
    What would I do for fun?
    My weekends consist of...…?

    Set this out for 5 years from now, and ask yourself, what can you do today, this week, this month, to set things in motion.

    Settle the problems from the past, work on the present situation now, and have a vision for your future. That's the 3 key elements.

    Hope this helps!
     
    Last edited: May 25, 2020
  3. ankith

    ankith Fapstronaut

    Try joining https://www.sa.org/ and get a sponser, he will guide you properly (Everything is free). You can update your journal here and also ask question and doubts.
     
  4. gandu_

    gandu_ Fapstronaut

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    Thank so much for this post, writing down what I'd imagine my life to be is something I've heard of but never implemented. I've been on a "journey" of self-improvement and aware of it for so long, I've also done a lot of soul searching as to why my life is like this and as much I don't want to say it it can't be ignored as it's the contributing factor and that is my family. My family system has always been dysfunctional my mum and dad don't like each other they been fighting a lot since I can remember and on top of that my dad has a very passive personality and my mum is like the man of the house, even though he's a strong guy can do all the "manly" things he never had any control of the household. I was also not meant to be born they only wanted two kids and due to this I was basically neglected (which is actually better for me as my mother is a complete narcissist) I guess I was just never given any direction, non of my siblings were really. I also know I can't blame them and I don't really I just wish I could change. Everything is such a chore for me to do, I feel like I can literally sit and just stare at a wall all day.

    I had some dreams and goals to become something but just feels like it's all fading away day by day and now I think so what do I do? I've got no direction, no one to look up to..I hear from friends/neighbors that their dad helped them do this that etc and now they're in a better situation in life whereas before they were like me....I don't have anyone like that in my life so why wouldn't I smoke weed and fap and game?

    Thank you I will check this out
     
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  5. Free your mind

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    In the last post you are talking about the causes. Thats the first step that Reborn16 is talking about - settling the problems from the past. That does not mean feeling self pitty, but to accept the facts. Try to change your mindset in a way that what now looks like a drawback you turn into an advantage.
    For instance, I was raised in a poor family. I managed to get a good job, worked side jobs and now I bought my first flat. I can be (and am) proud of my achievment and I know that I'm worthy.
    Some other guy have a rich family and his dad bought him a flat.
    We both have a flat. But can we say that we achieved the same? I dont think (feel) so.
    Try to use the same analogy for your situation.

    After that, of course, see what you can do now to get closer to a place where you want to be in the future. Just brake that hoplesness with a small step for better. When you manage to turn that wheel, its unstoppable. :)
    Good luck
     
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  6. gandu_

    gandu_ Fapstronaut

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    Thank you man very inspiring to read your post. The thing is I've gone long periods where I have a great outlook. I think I know deep down too that I know I just have to do stuff to feel change - exercise regular, eat clean, wake up early etc but I just dont seem to do them.

    I know there are some things I need to settle still, I made many wrong choices as an adult. I ended up with a bad girl and that destroyed my self esteem and just general perception of things. Even though I'm over her and defo don't want to be with someone like her I still feel her judgements of me being a loser etc and I also compare now like I think to myself when I see a guy in better shape, better situation etc I have these crazy thoughts of what a woman would think of me compared to them and what my ex would think and that she probably gets turned on by those guys. It's crazy because I don't think about her in any other way and dont have any desire to be with her but it's like all that stuck and still haunts me. Then I think has that made me feel worse about myself it's almost like I truly believe I'm a loser. It's become a part of my daily thoughts. I've hindered myself on everything due to this. I was always a very competitive person, played sports a lot and then got into competitive gaming which gave me the same feeling as sport and I wont get into it but I've faced top level players in games and done well but I always felt afraid of success or something like "Nah I can't be this good" even though I'd show it. I also learnt how to do graphic design, video editing and drawing. I wouldn't say I'm a total deadbeat but I can't get a grip

    Sorry for the rant, another thing is I don't have anyone to talk to at all
     
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  7. Free your mind

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    No worries, talking on the forum is always helpful, you can vent, read some good advices and even talk to someone just for the sake of braking the loneliness.

    I know this shit about ex gf. Went through that.
    Now I'm going to a similar thing with my crush...she said something like sex with me is wierd (in a way that I feel distant during sex...which is partly because of my addiction). But that sentence haunts me. And it killed my confidence. Now she does not want to have anything with me and my confidnce is shit. And then comes comparison with other guys. Especially the guys shes interested in. And would she be happier or more satisfied with other guys.
    I guess we all have such stories, otherwise we wouldnt be here.

    Unfortunately, that something we have to work on.
    You seem like a great guy. I know I am a great guy.
    We have to work on out self confidence because we have a value.
    Day by day..eating healthy to get healthier, exercise to get healthier and better looking, reading/learning to become smarter, working to achieve professional satisfaction, setting goals and reaching them. That can help restore confidence and get us closer to hapiness.
     
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  8. concerned22

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    Hey bro, you sound a lot like me.

    If I were you, I'd start very gradually because if you make drastic changes ALL AT ONCE, like start gym, NoFap, stop smoking weed, etc etc you're going to do it for 2 days or a week tops and then burn out. You need to make small changes and they will eventually all compound.

    My opinion is start with bed time and setting an alarm for waking up. Do this everyday with no compromise for a month, you'll eventually naturally just gravitate towards good habits. Check my latest post if you like, this is what I've been doing. You're a brave dude for being so honest with your self, most people can't admit how fucked up their lives are and lie to them selves/making excuses.

    The first step to fixing it is admitting to your self hopeless.
     
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