Reboot Process with a Girlfriend

Greetings fellow fapstronaut!

I don't have definite advice for you, but from what I heard and read on here and on YBOP, it's beneficial to avoid O completely during the first weeks. Every orgasm messes with your brain chemistry, and will probably lead you to a PMO relapse sooner than you think. While being intimate with your GF is definitely "allowed", you may try non-sexual forms of affection. Cuddling, gentle touches. I'm in the same situation with my wife, and we made it a habit to reserve at least 30 minutes every night for reconnecting. Especially if you have experienced (PI)ED, going 90 days on hard mode is recommended. It allows your brain to recover from the overstimulation and according desensitization.

Talk with your SO about it, too! If you tell her what triggers you, she might want to avoid it to help you recover.

 

I can't offer any advice. I can however, offer praise. You sir, I where I want to be. I also have a girlfriend and am on my 5th day now. After reading this I can't wait until day 18

 

18 days is a decent start @relapser1997. You may well find that you enter the flatline before too long and your sex drive will stop altogether for a while (possibly a month or two). Whatever the case, it is your call whether to have sex with your girlfriend. But it seems you are aware that the abstinence of P and M and O is the quickest and most effective way to reboot. Please remember, too, that you may need longer than 90 days. Most people do. So, keep going buddy.