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The Lord of the Rings Challenge

Discussion in 'Events & Challenges' started by RiseToGreatness, Sep 22, 2019.

Should the Thread Title be extended?

Poll closed Jun 21, 2020.
  1. No, leave like that: "The Lord of the Rings Challenge"

    18 vote(s)
    54.5%
  2. Yes. "The Lord of the Rings Challenge: The Fellowship of Nofap"

    15 vote(s)
    45.5%
  3. Yes. "The Lord of the Rings Challenge: Rising Fellowship of Eärendil"

    0 vote(s)
    0.0%
  4. Yes. "The Lord of the Rings Challenge: The Journey to Mount Doom"

    5 vote(s)
    15.2%
  5. Yes. "The Lord of the Rings Challenge: The Quest of the Ring-bearer"

    6 vote(s)
    18.2%
Multiple votes are allowed.
  1. Redemptionisrequired

    Redemptionisrequired Fapstronaut

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    Checking in Fellowship friends!

    117 Days Free of PMO.

    Today begins the first of the 3 days of my own battle. My aim is to grow from this experience, face it as I should. Interestingly enough a fantasy crept into my mind early this morning, clearly an attempt to distract me from my perceived discomfort. I did not engage with it however and put a sharp end to that thought. I have a few things on the list today and I intend to tackle them as best as I can.

    Stay strong!


    @NeverDefeated Welcome to the fellowship brother!
     
  2. Baki Hanma

    Baki Hanma Fapstronaut

    Day 193
    Time is going very fast . But I think I have enough time to do my work. Busy week
    Good night brothers
     
  3. Paul S.

    Paul S. Fapstronaut

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    I think you missed one palindrome two days ago. :emoji_thinking:
     
  4. Day 6

    Urges 3/5
    Thoughts 2/5

    The urges are starting back up again, just about right on schedule, but I'm holding strong.
     
  5. Anew2019

    Anew2019 Fapstronaut

    Have not checked in in a few days. I am at 2 days. Going well. I am doing so good. I am feeling loved.
     
  6. Lone Skeleton

    Lone Skeleton Fapstronaut

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  7. The_mando

    The_mando Fapstronaut

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    Day 3. Have been at work most of the last days. Not any / very little urges so far.
     
  8. daddyG1981

    daddyG1981 Fapstronaut

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  9. breaking-myths

    breaking-myths Fapstronaut

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    I am so afraid of losing that I often backed out of competitions and exams even before I take part, even if I take part in it I often end up making a mess of it because of this uncertain feeling. And I have relied on Pmo for giving me the dopamine to get through this . Sometimes the anxiety was too high that I would have to rely on Pmo until the get past me.


    Quitting PMO is the first step towards the right direction right , I don't want to rely on Pmo again to stay calm.
     
  10. Anas778

    Anas778 Fapstronaut

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  11. PeaceOnEarth108

    PeaceOnEarth108 Fapstronaut

    I decide to destroy the porn ring! I'm a Hobbit now. I must take the ring to the place where he was made, Mount Doom. I left Hobbiton heading for Bree.

    0 days no PM
    0 days video games
    7 days no hot shower
    0 days no caffeine

    staying strong on the cold showers :emoji_muscle:
     
  12. metamorphosed

    metamorphosed Fapstronaut

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  13. Paul S.

    Paul S. Fapstronaut

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    Do you race cars? It would be a fantastic!
     
  14. Redemptionisrequired

    Redemptionisrequired Fapstronaut

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    Checking in Fellowship friends!

    118 Days Free of PMO.

    Quick check in for me today, very busy day ahead. Today is a challenge that I must face and I hope ends up being fruitful.

    Stay Strong!
     
  15. Baki Hanma

    Baki Hanma Fapstronaut

    Day 194
    Yeah brother I missed it. I forgot due to some work. you remembered it to me. Thank you brother. Any way brothers KEEP PLAYING THE GAME. much love
     
    Last edited: Nov 7, 2022
  16. icebreaker p

    icebreaker p Fapstronaut

    I'm still sick at home and my media use has skyrocket: I look up the news, I watch good movies, even when I went for a walk I listened to some podcast today.
    It feels a little bit like old caving days.

    But it's time to stop. The sickness somehow comes in waves but I'm quite sure, now it's over. There are only some symptoms left which usually stay longer and all my fatigue and uncomfortableness now comes from too much screentime and too little movement.

    I should go back to my normal functioning asap and continue to work on myself.
    There has really going on a lot of shit lately. I have some issues with my friends and while in some relationship the problems are more subtle but from others I've taken a heap of horseshit.

    Today I had some balls and I took a stand and ended my worst functioning relationship. It's good I waited for some time with my answer (after being treated very badly) and didn't argue but just send a very clear message.

    Then there's this girl, which I avoided for the time being. She's trouble, but I don't think I have to worry about her now, since she's not one of my longterm friends, just a new girl I feel attracted to. Maybe I have to give her some more stern honesty at some point or just don't deal with all her shit anymore ...

    True, the priorities are the important relationships. These are mostly longterm friendship with guys.
    Here I have to admit that I can't blame the others. I have to take responsibility and also stand in for those relationships. Meaning, I can't wait for the other party to improve the relationship or adress a problem. I'm not quite the leader in relationships, but maybe it's time that I make up my mind how I want and need to develope my friendships. Of course one party can always just do his part, but I can create something. What goes around comes around

    Oh of course, that also means conflict. Probably that is the biggest problem, that I avoid conflict (not sure). Some of my friends are the same, I fear. So let's be careful but adressing conflicts should be a good move to develope the friendship and grow as a personality.

    Dealing with people in general, socialize is also a must. I always knew that it is part of my Journey but I always wanted to delay it. The same with girls and dating. But reading @Spirituss thread Approaching women (which amazed me) gave me the understanding that I shouldn't seperate one from the other. Of course it's harder for me to approach a beautiful woman than having a chat with a random guy at the library. These may be different games. But of the same sport.
    In the end I need to refine my social skills, because ... actually so many reasons! It is my Journey!

    Although, using my already existing social skills is the priority here. But I guess I will then automatically being able to refine it.


    This all points out to the importance of healthy habits, values and boundaries. If I can conduct myself well when I'm on my own and when I DON'T use porn or constant stimulation by media, sugar ..., when I DON'T suffer from brain fog and low self esteem all the time, THEN I can surely be a good friend and so on.

    But also to the question of openness, trust and vulnerability.
    Can I be the one who I am, with all my problems and unsecurities? How far can I open myself up? Or will I just hide and wear a mask? I also wonder what do I have to give to others? What do I have to offer (for example to a woman)? But being ready to give, to open up and also to take from another person and welcome a new person in my life with whatever this person brings .... well, it's actually about that. Too much to write all down, but our hearts are big enough to grasp it :emoji_sparkling_heart:
    It's already in our hearts :emoji_two_hearts:
     
    Last edited: Nov 7, 2022
  17. Day 7

    Urges 1/5
    Thoughts 1/5

    Well made it through the dreaded day 7 once again and passed the first hurdle. Urges were active, but I reminded myself why I was doing this: Get rid of the brain fog, stop the leg cramps, fight depression and just overall quit feeling like shit all the time. Now it's onto the 2nd hurdle, which is going through another week of this, I'm hoping this time I'll be able to do my workouts that I've been procrastinating on due to low energy, both mental and physical.
     
  18. The_mando

    The_mando Fapstronaut

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    Check in day 4 of the challenge. Day 6 of nofap. Have had some urges today. Been working late and had little sleep the last couple of days. Little sleep have previously been a huge trigger for me. I think being tired is one of the reasons for having urges today. Plan for today is to go early to bed and get a full night of sleep.
     
  19. God_in_hell

    God_in_hell Fapstronaut

    Oops just missed the attendance yesterday :emoji_joy:
    But didn't caught by PMO :emoji_relieved:
    A honest response its after long time my strike hits more than 5 days
    Now I'm really feeling good
    I'm feeling like my brain is back to life again
     
  20. God_in_hell

    God_in_hell Fapstronaut

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