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Constantly thinking of negative thoughts from the past!

Discussion in 'Rebooting - Porn Addiction Recovery' started by adam1992, Apr 4, 2016.

  1. adam1992

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    Hello,
    I have a question for all the experts on here!
    Why do I keep on remembering things and events from like 15 years ago?
    I'm 23 and before starting nofap, I never had those thoughts.
    What is bad about this is that all of the things I keep on remembering are depressing not the happy memories.

    I'm on day 7 new streak and I've been trying to quit pmo for 9 months now. I've had a lot of long streaks btw.
     
  2. IamMike

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    Are these sexual/PMO related thoughts?
     
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  3. adam1992

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    No...not really
     
  4. dragonaire

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    Try writing all those things on a paper and then burning up the paper, as if lettin em go
     
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  5. RadiantStar

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    I know that pain you are going through... but here's the thing. you've used PMO your whole life as an escape from all the pain, guilt, anger, and sorrow. This journey will by no means be an easy one. It will be the hardest journey of your life, but you will come out stronger, I promise. When I started NoFap, I realized that I too realized many negative events from my past. From the occasional cheating in school, to memories of selfishly hating my brother, to making fun and teasing kids in my school. I felt so much guilt. And I still do, as I recently just relapsed. But, I'm going to try my best to continue, because I do know I will emerge stronger than ever before.
     
  6. adam1992

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    Sounds good! Thanks man
     
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  7. adam1992

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    Yeah bro, it really sucks but to be honest, I'm getting stronger every day
     
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  8. skylar_legit

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    everyone have those kind of memories, it is normal. i get embarassing memories flashbacks a lot of times. don't worry about them. just take some lesson from them and move on to next thought.
    try meditation, it will help you. research on this on internet,if it helps.
    above all, don't let these memories make you sad. you are what you are now because those chain of events, dont blame them. embrace them , love them,respect them. look how

    beautifully nature works . if those events did'nt happen, you might not be here because of that not happening !

    relax and enjoy your life.all the best bro.
    go with god.
     
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  9. i know this is cliche but keep trying and keep you head to the grindstone. dont give up. i have been trying to give this up for a few years now and recently made a 37 day streak
     
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  10. adam1992

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    Thanks bro
     
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  11. adam1992

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    Thanks bro! I won't give up!
     
  12. Thechosenone

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    Its withdrawal symptoms dont worry the negativity will pass
     
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  13. adam1992

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    Thank you bro!
     
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  14. Physicist

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    Write them out. Thats the best way.
     
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  15. Andre45

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    I have the exact same issue man. My mind is always bringing sad and painful memories from way in the past. Always reminding me of the stupid shit Ive done and regrets i have. In my opinion, I think this is the minds way to get you to PMO again as you are feeling down the action PMOing will make you feel better but it is just a cruel lie. Keep up the good work man.
     
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  16. adam1992

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    Thanks bro!
     
  17. adam1992

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    Thanks bro! Hope you can get through this soon
     
  18. Physicist

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    It really is but realise what they are, just memories. Yes some have painful emotions but sometimes its your responsibility for associating emotions to such memories.

    I have them too. Embarrassing moments, loneliness because a former lover left me, stressful moments where my survival was down in the dumps etc.
     
  19. Ikindaknew

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    This!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
     
  20. kk76

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    I get this quite a bit, less so no. Tormented by my past, remembering how horrible I was to an ex or sites I used to go on and things I used to watch, just to remind myself yeah don't forget how bad and dirty you really are.

    The addiction wants me to feel shit so that I do something to make me feel good.

    This is a horrendous and insidious affliction that does not want us to get better, it does not want us to come on here or read or attend 12st meetings or anything that relates to getting better. It wants me stuck in the past, loathing myself and thinking bad thoughts!

    Next time the temptation comes remember how evil this demon really is. Think it's just a bit of harmless porn, think again.

    I get less tormented now but try and seek compassion for yourself. You were not a well person when stuck doing this and whilst it has happened it's not allowed to torment you forever. Go at it with love and an open heart and think I'm not like that anymore.

    No one is a saint.
     
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