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My Method of Crushing Urges

Discussion in 'Rebooting - Porn Addiction Recovery' started by AcolyteOfOl’Popcorn, Sep 30, 2020.

  1. AcolyteOfOl’Popcorn

    AcolyteOfOl’Popcorn Fapstronaut

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    Alright guys and gals, I discovered something that I love doing and that helps destroy the urges that wash over me: splitting logs. I have this 8lb splitting maul and oh boy do I love swinging it and seeing the chunks go flying. However, the more I think about it, the more I question it’s sustainability. While I do have a good collection of cut wood that is ready to be split, I realize that I will eventually run out. Plus, even if I were to cut more wood, I would probably need to let it dry over the winter. I’m currently a full time student, so my schedule is pretty full. When I do have time, it is at night: a very inopportune time for cutting trees to split later. When I do get urges, I can simply stop studying, grab the maul, and split a few logs and head back to work. Without this activity, I fear I will eventually crack and relapse again. Are there any exercises that are similar to splitting logs that I could do if I were to run out of wood? I appreciate any response.
     
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  2. Jarad999

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    Thats a good urge destroyer, i use music and willpower to defeat my massive urges.

    I know depending on willpower alone is really going to lead to a relapse, i'm trying to possibly use stratergy like ya know, playing the Ukulele, listen to songs, watching my favourite artist do live songs i see on YouTube, creating a healthy diet routine and more.

    I'll use this urge breaker mate, thanks!
     
  3. Candun

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    I wouldn't worry too much about running out of wood and relapsing, the activity itself isn't what actually stops you from relapsing, you're the one who makes the choice to do something better for you instead of giving into urges, and I believe you have the power to do that with any activity. Plus, there are always dynamic bodyweight exercises you can do like clapping push-ups, plyo jumps, etc. Hell, you could get yourself a heavy bag if you like to use your hands.
     
  4. InappropriateUsername

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    Grab a sledge of similar weight and find you an old tractor tire and whack the shit out of it just like wood. If you don’t have any tires get a big basin and fill it with sand.

    you can also swing the sledge like a club (check our Indian club workout).

    I split wood whenever someone cuts down a tree. It smokes you hard. Great workout.
     
  5. AcolyteOfOl’Popcorn

    AcolyteOfOl’Popcorn Fapstronaut

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    Wow, awesome tips guys! Really appreciate the advice. That reminds me that I have an old leather bag that I could start using again. Plus that sand idea sounds really interesting since I don’t think my family would appreciate me taking a tire off our tractor! :D
     
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  6. AcolyteOfOl’Popcorn

    AcolyteOfOl’Popcorn Fapstronaut

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    Thats epic that you found what works for you brother! Honestly, I would say routine and diet need to take precedence over any of our productive hobbies. Can’t build a sturdy house without a good foundation. Seriously keep up the good work dude. Have you considered recording covers and posting them to YouTube? It could be a nice experience and motivator to keep practicing. :)
     
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  7. Humble Sir

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    Ah the great benefits of exercise. There are but a few things that get rid of the pent-up sexual energy better than exercise. I would suggest adding other forms of exercise to your routine. Chop wood, if you can't -- cycle, if you can't cycle -- go out for a run, if you can't go out for a run -- do some body weight exercises etc.
     
  8. Jarad999

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    Oh nah i'm not really a good rap coverer because my voice still sounds like a kid, so when i'm more mature or when i have a deep clear voice then i'll possibly make a cover of my favourite artists.

    Thank you for asking!
     
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