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DC Universe Rebirth Challenge

Discussion in 'Events & Challenges' started by Deleted Account, Aug 11, 2020.

  1. This weekend was a busy one, so I didn't have much time to log in. Currently on Day 9 and feeling fine!

    Did anyone catch DC Fandome this weekend? I watched most of the trailers Saturday night. The Batman is looking fantastic, and I'm excited for Gotham Knights. I'm even pumped for The Synder Cut!
     
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    Gotham Knights is moving into RPG territory it seems, but the Court of Owls does have my interest. Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League is what I am most excited about, but I'm hoping its co-op is nothing like Batman: Arkham Origins' multiplayer.
     
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    It's been a while since my last update.

    I peeked just a few minutes ago but fortunately didn't give in to MO. There's been some built up stress from traveling during the pandemic and I haven't been sticking to my normal habit routine due to being on the road. I've still got some momentum going so I'm gonna count this instance as a 'slip-up' and not a reset or relapse since it wasn't full PMO.
     
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    Not DC-related but here's a video that you might appreciate and relate to.

     
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  5. Day 18:

    I haven’t been on the site for quite some time, but things are still going good. Had a close call last weekend, but I was able to snap out of it before any major damage was done. Going to keep pushing forward!
     
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  6. I’m going to have to check that out!
     
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    I couldn't fall asleep last night initially and had some fairly strong urges. I edged slightly but didn't give in to full PMO. I made sure to not pick up my phone or turn on my laptop. I walked to the kitchen and around my bedroom a few times and the urges faded.

    A younger version of me would have likely binged under similar circumstances. There are still quite a few milestones to reach but I'm cautiously optimistic and encouraged about the progress I've made in the past year. As with everything, covid has thrown a wrench in my recovery plan but I've been adapting and will continue to adapt along the way.

    "I have one power. I never give up."
    -Batman
     
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    I relapsed again about an hour and a half ago. Feeling fairly down and depressed right now. I'm getting back in the groove of replacement habits like cooking, exercising, and reading but not as quickly as I would like. One less than helpful habit that I do is over-dwelling on my failures and beating myself up for past mistakes. I need to be better at letting things go.

    Here's a video that makes me feel kinda better. I hope it can do the same for you.
     
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  9. Day 30! This is the first time I’ve ever hit a month, so I’m beyond happy.
     
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    I relapsed twice again this morning. I didn't look at porn during the first one but I peeked right before the second one (chaser effect in action). I was negligent and didn't do my exercises yesterday or when I woke up today.

    Strangely I don't feel as bad about these relapses versus the ones from last week. I know I need to do better and that I'm capable of doing better. This link helps me to focus on forgiving myself and moving forward: https://nofap.com/faq/does-a-relapse-erase-your-porn-addiction-recovery-progress/
     
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    Checking in for Day 5. I've been exercising regularly and doing my best to stay off social media.
     
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    I am attempting to stay golden as Michael Jon Carter / Booster Gold!
    This month, I've learned not to bring work home. Being a teacher, assignments and grading feel innate, out of my control sometimes.
    What has been helping me overcome those woes is ignoring the red tape mentality of the other teachers. I am here for the students, stay golden for the students.
     
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    Checking in for Day 11. Did some more careful traveling last week. I safely reconnected with old friends and went on a lot of walks. I stayed with a friend of mine and we had sex. She and I are figuring out how to make a long distance relationship work in the age of covid. She's known about my struggles with this addiction for almost a year now and has been encouraging me through the rebooting process. I'm prepared to manage urges and the chaser effect until I see her next.

    I started back at work today and received some somber news that my job might be in jeopardy. I felt pretty dejected earlier today about the possibility of being let go. I'm doing my best to remain positive and deal with this stress in healthier ways. Fortunately I have a solid support system with my family and this forum. Looking forward to reaching the 2 week mark.
     
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    Relapsed twice last night. The chaser effect got me. I was drinking with my roommates beforehand and brought another beer into my room to drink by myself before going to bed (not a good combo). Made the mistake of keeping my phone with me and that led to full relapses. I've made a new rule to not drink solo under any circumstance.

    I think my brain wanted a dopamine hit to deal with the possibility of losing my job and the stress from all that's going on with the world. I'm not as depressed about the relapses as I thought I would be. I'm picking myself up by going for a hike this weekend and cooking some healthy food.

    Here's some vulgar encouragement from comedian Bill Burr that helps me keep trying:

     
  15. I have the same issue with brining work home. I work sales and am always stressing out over quotas. I try to keep that at the office now.

    What subject do you teach? I always wanted to be an English /
    Creative Writing teacher. Went to college for teaching for a years, but it was during a bad time in my life and just didn’t pan out.
     
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  16. It happens to all of us. Just keeping trying! You got this!
     
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    My father is in sales as well; the amount of traveling too can make one weary. I try not to talk about work when at home, to keep it from becoming my life. I focus on the effect my work can do for people, not the money. The money-grubbing cynics and sycophants are there with their red tape, but it doesn't stick to me. I won't become them.

    I teach sixth grade language arts and my students this year have been kind, some work shy, but not horrible. I'm not an education major, so I'm teaching as I get certification this year and the next.

    You could still teach, a writing course that meets a few times a week perhaps. It's still possible. Glad to have a fellow man of letters!
     
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    One week down. Gotta keep on rolling.
     
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    I am now Oliver Queen / Green Arrow. Teaching has been hectic, but I am slowing the bustle and keeping the egos at bay.
    Like an archer that hits his mark, I will keep my distance and aim for my targets. @CLaYFiRC
     

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