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Should I Reset Because of Show shared with gf?

Discussion in 'Rebooting - Porn Addiction Recovery' started by ruso, Dec 8, 2020.

  1. ruso

    ruso Fapstronaut

    What’s up everyone. It’s time for a should I reset the counter question but in a context I haven’t experienced before, but perhaps some of you have.

    Should those of us who have significant others, reset the counter if we see explicit content in shows shared together?

    Below is my situation, that perhaps others can relate to. Please read prior to answering.

    So I’ve been seeing a show with explicit content for about two weeks ago. It would definitely be categorized as a show with heavy P Subs. I didn’t seek out the show, my girlfriend likes it and it gives us a chance to comment, critique what we see, and it leads to conversations about hyper sexuality in our culture, and other subjects. I’m not watching it alone in the dark, escaping my reality, it’s not my guilty pleasure or whatever.

    I haven’t m’ed, and it’s not creating a chaser effect to actually go seek out the real porn and it doesn’t lead to sex right away as a conduit. All my routines etc are still in full effect.

    Finally, by now the to watch porn/not watch porn, etc is probably something I use to shield me from facing the question “what the heck do you want to do with my life?”, Perhaps resetting the counter again will help me eclipse the goal of going Forever without porn (even though that’s the plan anyway) and bringing stuff that’s more important now, to the forefront.

    So with all that said, what do y’all think? Reset the counter or not?

    Go forth and share your opinions unfiltered.
     
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  2. To me your counter is for your own personal gain and growth. Technically by the laws of nofap your still intact.

    However if your feeling like it is questionable, and could possibly lead back to perhaps a mistake, then ponder upon if it may help with resetting, or in turn be harmful. Honestly this 'drug' or intense visual stimulus creates fantasy. And fantasy grows.P,subs however I've noticed aren't to bad for me but I do skip scenes in TV or movies. You've achieved your goals so far. And doing great. I think a question to ask would be will you continue to watch this show, or leave the room, or fast forward when the really erotic stuff comes on.

    Perhaps talk with your girl and say, hey I've only got eyes for you, and these scenes are making me uncomfortable, etc.

    Totally up to you if you reset, think about it. I changed to only pron simply because it was stressing me out having the no PMO on there. Sounds silly, but I feel stronger than ever and I have no desire to fap. But I think by reducing the pressure on myself to not have to reset will in turn help me achieve my goals of freedom.

    If you do reset however, as long as that in itself wouldn't be a temptation to search for more, since resetting. That seems to have been one that gets many of us!
     
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  3. I personally wouldn't reset my counter bro. But it's wherever you are comfortable with and what your conscience is telling you. Go with your gut.
     
  4. Breach

    Breach Fapstronaut

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    Don't give the counter so much weight mate. The counter itself is meaningless. The important thing is that you and your mind are improving moment by moment. I think deep down you also know the reasons for why you watched this show or whatever else you may see in the future. Only you can answer, if you did it just as a fun thing with your girlfriend, or if you were seeking out nudity etc. If it is the latter then that's something to improve, no matter what you choose to do with the counter. It's something I am not completely over yet either, sometimes clicking something that's a bit 50-50 and hoping I'll get a glimpse at something^^
    Good job so far and good luck on your journey!
     
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  5. grffn

    grffn Fapstronaut

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    Personally I wouldn't reset my counter for that, but you should do what you feel is right. Maybe sleep on it a few days and reconsider with some distance.

    However it does sound like you're putting yourself in a risky situation with regards to relapsing. It might feel like its okay because you haven't felt any chaser effect, but it sounds like you're rationalizing. Tread carefully. Maybe you would do well to avoid watching this show going forward, even though it sounds like an activity you and your gf enjoy doing together. Maybe there's some other activity you can replace it with that doesn't involve viewing sexualized content, like a game you can buy from a sex shop for example..
     
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  6. ruso

    ruso Fapstronaut

    Thanks guys for your opinions so far!
    @grffn I was thinking a board game that’s sexual in nature, yea, good idea. We do all kinds of things though: cooking, chess, walking, board games, watch cartoons, take long drives, etc etc.

    Next show that rolls around that’s explicit, I’ll be like “nahh, I’m good. It’s boring. Let’s watch some stuff on Aliens or something.” Lol.
     
  7. Shmuck2020

    Shmuck2020 Fapstronaut

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    I think the big distinction I see that makes me think this is not a reset scenario is that you are watching the show in the context of a real life relationship with your SO, and using it as a catalyst for discussion and interaction.

    I think you are right to be asking the question, as that you are being vigilant and aware of the path it could lead you on if you were to approach it more flippantly.
     
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