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I am here because I have a serious problem

Discussion in 'New to NoFap' started by Will-power, Mar 20, 2014.

  1. Mar 20, 2014 #1
    Will-power

    Will-power New Fapstronaut

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    Hello all! Just joined. Hoping to kick this awful habit and get back to living a more rewarding life. I have come to the realization that my use of Internet porn has nearly ended my productivity as an artist. I've lost all pleasure in my daily pursuits. It is just too easy being in studio alone with computer sitting there. This morning I typed " how to stop masturbating" in a google search and was amazed at what I found. Many of the symptoms of arrousal addiction, I have been mistaking for symptoms of aging. Specifically my lack of interest in activitys that once brought pleasure and my depression and irritability. Thought I was just turning into a grumpy old man.

    I haven't set any goals. Still just reading other testimonials and deciding whether or not I should proceed. I just really want all that time I'm wasting back to use on being more productive in studio
     
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  2. Mar 20, 2014 #2
    Ubjamin

    Ubjamin Fapstronaut

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    I have been exactly where you are man. I wasn't sure if PMO was causing my social anxiety and many other negative health side effects. I encourage you to check out www.yourbrainonporn.com. This and other videos by Gary Wilson made me realize I was addicted to porn and masterbation, and it was ruining my chances at a successful life. I have made it to thirty days before, and let me tell you first hand from my experience. I was WAY more productive. I was more social. Anxiety was almost absent. I just felt all around healthier in my mind and body. Fair warning though this addiction is just as strong as any drug and your brain will make many excuses for you to just give up. You need to dig deep and find that Will-Power, you can break this habit bud. And you will be a better man when you do.
     
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  3. Mar 20, 2014 #3
    Freezingcold

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    Hi Will-power. I hope you realize how bad porn are to the brain and that you decide to end this addiction. This is an awesome site where you can get lots of support from guys struggling with the same problem!

    Good luck/
    FreezingCold
     
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  4. Mar 20, 2014 #4
    Will-power

    Will-power New Fapstronaut

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    Thanks, ubjamin. I understand the power of this addiction. I didn't think my problem was that serious until I tried to abstain from it. That's when I realized I was no longer in control and needed to do something about it. I'll definitely check that site out.
     
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  5. Mar 20, 2014 #5
    Will-power

    Will-power New Fapstronaut

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    Thanks freezingcold. From what I've read so far, what I've suspected all along seems to be true. That is, this is like any other addiction. The release of dopamine desensitizing the pleasure center of the brain. You're always progressively going to greater extremes to reach that "high". Happy to find this site and other support groups online today. It'll be a big help
     
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