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The Parallels of Nofap, Diet, and Exercise

Discussion in 'Self Improvement' started by Mankrik, Nov 27, 2016.

  1. Mankrik

    Mankrik Fapstronaut

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    There was a thread from awhile back that I was unable to find but it had a really powerful message that has been a big contributing factor to my nofap success. I used to not exercise eat whenever and whatever the hell I wanted and masturbate to porn 2+ times a day. I decided I had to change and very slowly started making progress. I first started out by going to the gym and eating healthier. This was very slow until I became educated about the weight loss process. One of my biggest setbacks for nofap and fitness was that I didn't view it as permanent but only temporary. I began to look at diet as a lifestyle change and began to be more successful and not think about food in the same way. I dabbled in nofap, but could never kick thepirn addiction. I stumbled upon a post on the forums that referred to nofap as a permanent lifestyle change. I then realized the similarities between the two, and have since combined both ways of living into a single "lifestyle change" I have accepted that I will continue these practices forever and I am genuinely happy and excited about that. Although this may seem like a daunting notion to those who have not fully grasped this committment, It is in my opinion undisputedly the most fifilling way to live. It is important to start small but don't be afraid to take these practices as a permanent lifestyle change. Unhealthy food and porn are both addictions that don't do your body any good. A little cheating every so often is ok but focus on what you do most often ( one meal dosent make you fat one meal dosent make you thin) However it is very easily to be mindlessly caught in the vicious addictive cycle that so many of us fall prey to. The cards are stacked against us and its not our fault. Problems in our society are ruining our lives. Fast food and soda companies as well as the porn industry get kids at a young age. I personally was overweight as a child and innocently stumbled upon porn not looking for it. However we need to identify these problems and resist them. Don't let money making entities exploit you for their own gain. It is hard, but don't allow yourself to be mesmorized by the siren's seemingly sweet song that will only usher in a life of unhealthiness unhappiness and sexual disatisfaction. Learn to see the flaws in our society and yourself and love yourself for who you are while still facing your demons. Be honest with yourself. Purge the darkest reaches of your subconscious mind. Dont be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. Learn patience and self control. I am only 17 but I feel as though I have a full understanding of how to seek fufillment in life. Keep mind body and "soul" strong. Practice nofap and healthy eating (balance of nutrients and caloric intake) for life and achieve your goals. I have experienced both spectrums and I will never return to my past habits. The more time you spend on porn the more time it takes from you. The short pleasure provided from unhealthy food and porn is not rewarding and worsens your health and mindset of self worth. Human flaws are exploited by big corporations/companies and you must be aware of your weaknesses and learn to control them. It is all simple in theory but the execution is where many of us fail. Just view nofap, dieting, and all positive lifestyle changes as a permanent part of your life and something you believe in. Set yourself up for success. There are so many additional implications but this post is far too long already. Feel free to ask questions and comment. Anyway interesting to see my random flow of consciousness, I always get my best ideas at night lol.
     
  2. Sam@89

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    It is a brilliant thread, keep it going. At the age of 17, you're doing great.I turned 21 this month.Had this 21 day streak but eventually fell because of rejection by someone I loved and wanted back and since then, no stopping.
    Reading your thread, I can very well relate myself. I am not like a 21 year old guy should be.I'm small, 5'5 and that has really damaged my confidence.I'm not ultra thin but yea I don't have a very good body.I'm an ectomorph.However, I turned out to be a good student in school and all so people recognize me.
    I don't really have great eating habits either, not that I'm a junk food addict rather I lack knowledge on what to eat.I'm a vegetarian since birth too.Addiction to PMO is also somewhere a result of that inconfidence which I have in me, coupled with low self esteem and high anxiety.
    This week was really tough so I terribly exploited myself but that 21 day streak still reminds me of a better side to life.It's not that I was really happy but that good feeling of coming out of this addiction was great.Unfortunately, I couldn't support my journey with more positive stuff like you mentioned here.Boosting self confidence and being happy with yourself all the time is the most necessary thing one needs to give up on any addiction and I probably lack it very much.This addiction has exploited me for years and still does.Moreover, it steals the time and opportunities to explore better things in life.
    Keep this thread going!!!
     
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  3. Mankrik

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    I know the struggle man, it seems so hard to find answers. There is so much temptation and deception it is hard to find the right path and then stay on it. Not to sound cliche but the saying "easier said than done" is very true. We have at least found the first step of what it is we should be doing; and that is farther than most people ever get who dont embrace nofap. We have to keep trying new things until we find what works. Never settle. Now that we realize we shouldn't PMO it is still hard to sustain it when real life situations inevitably hit you hard. We just gotta perervere and set ourselves up for success. Im here if you need me man.
     
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  4. Secondchanceatlife

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    Mankrik please tell me that's a wow name lol.
     
  5. Mankrik

    Mankrik Fapstronaut

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    Yeah lol
     
  6. Secondchanceatlife

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    Lol the only reason I knew that is I used to run a levelling guild back in the day when I was addicted to wow. There was a funny kid that used to go on about how bad he felt bad for mankrik. Friggin Kalecgos. Terrible server but way back in the day thete was some awesome people on there. I don't play anymore because I got addicted to the rush of when finally we killed the lich king. After that regular playing was boring and undatisfying lol. I'm such a dork. :).
     
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  7. Mankrik

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    Lol I started playing back in BC and still play on live to this day. I have 21125 achievement points and over a year /played. The original game was always the best though I am playing on a private vanilla server that has become extremely popular. Definitely an addicting game lmao.
     

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