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Normal to flatline this early?

Discussion in 'Rebooting - Porn Addiction Recovery' started by silverlukas, Nov 26, 2015.

  1. silverlukas

    silverlukas Fapstronaut

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    I'm nearing the end of day 7 and feeling a little vulnerable. The longest I've ever gone since I was 11 years was 6 days, which ended a week ago, and 4 days before that. Even when I was sick in bed with the flu I never went more than a day or two MAX.

    I have a very high sex drive and in the past had many girlfriends, but as I got older in recent years I noticed problems related to PIED.

    I'm tired, sometimes depressed, but sometimes feeling really happy and alive, all in the same day.

    I was what you might call a "functioning pornoholic". Much like a so called functioning alcoholic, I wasn't missing meetings or sleeping late for work, but I was avoiding certain social situations, certain women, and just not extending myself to the best of my abilities, because it was a daily habit that took a big chunk of my day.

    I've read about and watched videos on the "flatline". I think if a guy understands how long it's going to last then he can endure. But for me it's hard to endure not knowing if it's ever going to get better. Any tips for me?
     
  2. Hero One

    Hero One Fapstronaut

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    @silverlukas

    The emotional ups and downs of giving up PMO were by far what I found most difficult about breaking the addiction. There were days when I felt so vulnerable and low - a real sense of dread about something that I couldn't put my finger on.

    It's hard, as you've said, because you don't know if it'll get better or how long it's going to last. It really does test you mentally, so I totally understand where you're coming from.

    To encourage you though, it really does get better. It might not be a 'wake up - feel great forever!' moment, and it might come back again. But you will slowly begin to develop a resistance to it - the flatline waves will be less frequent and significantly less severe, and you'll be able to handle it much better each time.

    Looking back, I can see how being told to just 'hold on' isn't the easiest thing - but honestly... just keep going, there's a light at the end of the tunnel, even when it doesn't feel like it. You really can conquer this by just forging forwards. You'll thank yourself.

    Practically, it's worth making sure you're giving yourself the best shot mentally in other areas of your life. Eat well, sleep well, exercise. Get outside, socialise and keep working on yourself - that alone puts you in a better headspace, and you simply have to be in the best mental state to fight this, because as you know, it's hard!

    All the best, we're here for you - you can do this!

    -H1
     

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