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Asking for advice - Strategies and porn blockers

Discussion in 'Porn Addiction' started by Jacob H., Aug 14, 2020.

  1. Aug 14, 2020 #1
    Jacob H.

    Jacob H. New Fapstronaut

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    Hi,

    I am 29 years old and I have been trying to quit porn for years now. I can see how much of a negative impact it had on my life and I am truly trying to change this now. I have told my parents of my issue and I am considering going to a counselor if I cannot quit this bad habit myself(one last time). I feel that it is extremely hard to quit porn and to do it you have to keep busy and watch yourself every second(especially in the evenings for me).

    I wanted to ask some season veterens on Nofap how you have actually started your journey.

    What are the strategies you have taken on to conquer the 'beast'?
    I am asking in particular the moments of weakness: being drunk, horny, sad, lonely anger, frustation,bordedom etc. How do you distract yourself from those emotions/let them somehow pass?

    Another question I have is what type of porn blockers would you recommend for Pc,Iphone and Ipad? I have difficulty in finding good ones.
     
    Jacob H., Aug 14, 2020
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  2. Aug 14, 2020 #2
    Ben teks

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    Brother it's very easy to quit porn. You should follow some strategies. Try something new, change your routine, keep a charming smile on your face. Forget about your past. Try cooking something new, spend time with your family, help your family in daily chores. Exercise regularly in the morning. Do yoga and meditation. Yoga and exercise will keep your body fit. Only you have to do it regularly. Meditation will help you to feel goodness in your mind. Spend some time in nature like go to park. Play some sports daily with your friends like when you were a kid. Enjoy every moment of your life. Read some story books.

    We all were also depressed but after coming here, we forgot about past and started to remain here like friends. Everyone is friendly here. Everyone helps here. After being regular here you will also enjoy with us. If you still feel some problem, don't hesitate to message me.

    And about porn blocker, don't install it. Just try my way, live 3 days without mobile and computer. Not more days just 3 days. Enjoy these 3 days with family in some new activities and do yoga regularly. These 3 days will give you many things. You just have to live without using your phone or computer only for 3 days. You will feel the change in you in just 3 days and If you would like this activity then increase number of days to 5 days.
     
    Ben teks, Aug 14, 2020
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  3. Aug 14, 2020 #3
    Alpharon

    Alpharon New Fapstronaut

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    Hello @Jacob H.

    I’ll keep this short. For Blockers i use
    Cold turkey (PC)
    Open DNS (PC)
    Qustodio (PC, set it up so that someone else knows the password or use a password generator to change the password once you’re comfy with how its working. Use the site, Futureme to send generated password that you shouldn’t know off-hand to some later date. Important, don’t use your email to set up Qustodio or else you’ll be able to change the password...)

    iPhone/iPad- Screen time —-> Restrictions ( Get a trusted person to create a 4 digit password for you. Ensure to whitelist/blacklist the outliers that the restrictions dont affect)
     
    Alpharon, Aug 14, 2020
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  4. Aug 14, 2020 #4
    Jacob H.

    Jacob H. New Fapstronaut

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    Thanks. I have been doing yoga every day for a while and I am definitely in a much better mood and my life has gotten much better. I dont have any family as I live by myself in another country. I think it's just like you mentioned though. Maybe my mindset is wrong. I feel like it's so difficult to quit. Maybe it is easy...
    I will try quitting phones/ computer during the weekdays and see how it changes me. Thats a really good idea.
    Its a pleasure to be part of such a good community :)
     
    Jacob H., Aug 14, 2020
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  5. Aug 15, 2020 #5
    Ben teks

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    I am happy that you liked my idea. If you don't have a family then spend time with your friends. It will also be a good option. Never feel alone because we are here with you :). If you feel uncomfortable then message us. Best of luck brother.
     
    Ben teks, Aug 15, 2020
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