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A nail is driven out by another nail

Discussion in 'Rebooting - Porn Addiction Recovery' started by hej då, Mar 7, 2017.

  1. hej då

    hej då Fapstronaut

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    "Habit is overcome by another habit." Desiderius Erasmus

    So I came up with a new habit.
    The idea is to have a sense of accomplishment (gratification) after each and every day.
    Now it might not be 100% original because I might have read it elsewhere.

    So the idea is to write down a daily plan. It can be done early in the morning or before going to the bed.

    The daily plan is to include daily tasks that you are supposed to do throughout a day such as chores, grooming, studying, meditation, you name it.
    It does not include gaming and stuff like that.

    why?

    To develop a new set of productive habits that are supposed to replace the old ones and create the new neurological pathways by doing so.

    Your thoughts?
     
  2. Thug Life

    Thug Life Guest

    You're right in that this is not new. It's called a Rule of Life. I do think you are incorrect in not putting down recreational activities. Include recreation time since all work and no play make jack a dull boy who eventually snaps and tries to murder his family.
     
  3. 1of7Billionorso

    1of7Billionorso Fapstronaut

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    Can i get a copy of the schedule youre making? Sorry if it seems to intrude your privacy bro, I'm just so confused how to get a schedule organized, especiAlly for things that may save my life such as this.
     
  4. hej då

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    No you didn't understand. It's not to deprive you from anything and you don't need to write down everything you are going to do that day. It's about getting things done. You can still play video games but it's not to be considered as an accomplishment.
    So the main idea is to replace fapping (instant self gratification) with something meaningful.
     
  5. hej då

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    My schedule for today looks like this:

    2017-03-07 having the apartment clean and in order and having my clothes folded in wardobe.

    So I know it's not something special but it's a start and it must be done at the end of the day, period.
     
  6. hej då

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    Thanks man. I still haven't thought it through.
    New ideas are welcome.
     
  7. Thug Life

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    Yes, I did understand. What you seem to fail to grasp is that setting a specific allotment of time for recreation and then keeping that time slot is a huge accomplishment since you're gaining discipline and strength even when it comes to wholesome recreational activities. This is a beneficial habit to have. Hobbies/recreational activities are meaningful activities which help us. Not everything meaningful has to be something deep and profound.
     
  8. hej då

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    Fair enough...
     
  9. I Free I

    I Free I Guest

    This works, Trust me . Having a hobby that you love to focus on and do works wonders as well, especially when you have more than 1 ... It's all about keeping yourself active and managing your time right so you wont have any room for pmo .
     
  10. hej då

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    I have a hobby that's not an issue.
    It's about governing your own life the best way you can with what you got.
     

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