7/365 I had wet dream but didnt cum. Because my brain protected me and said no to porn. Lol I have never experienced something like this in my previous 204 days streak
Something that has added stability has been chipping away at establishing a waking up routine - every day doing the exact same bare bones things every day. Once a type of pattern develops you can start to modify it or perfect it so that it flows better or you can add things to it. [I always add a small refresher of what I need to do or avoid or what lies ahead today and a little pep talk about getting through in one piece.] Stability, simplicity and repeat-ability are big features to pay attention to. "Too much for now" will turn into no pattern, whereas "enough" allows self-discipline to kick in. The same for the time before sleep - stable time, refresh memory, look ahead. These two necessary predictable points in the day are like anchors that can even the tempo of the daily rhythm. Building on that, this guy makes some basic points (not exactly my style, but...) that do make sense strategically: A few days ago, I checked out the movie A Beautiful Mind from the library, and I thought it was a good allegory for dealing with "the thoughts." If you haven't seen it, it's worth a shot if you're in a movie mood, or if you've seen it before and liked it, it's worth watching again through the Nofap lens.
This is right up my alley, but something that I hadn't yet considered. Really similar to advice that I'd gotten that had changed a different aspect of my life and worked very well. Thanks for the help, appreciate you.
Not my style either, but he's right. I think consistency in the habits elsewhere in my life is definitely going to be a key factor, one mind after all. I think the times that i've noticed I've had the most drive and defenses with respect to my addiction have always been when my routine has been the most solid, whereas when I "half-ass" it of course the rest of my life will suffer for it. Appreciate you taking the time, thanks
Thanks for the advice, all part of the process, right? I think when I get in that moment I convince myself it's real, but simple as it is it will help to be able to link back to the conversations I'm having here to have a little more motivation not to. Appreciate you
Same. Just watched video & I concur, things go a lot better for me when I have the routines. Now it’s all out the window & I wonder why I’m struggling with the porn.
Just relapsed... so back to Day 0. I’m not giving up though. I must continue the fight. I have noticed so many more benefits since my last streak and I would like to keep those benefits for good.
I bought a puppy . It has made me be more responsible and also I wake up earlier. It was Dr Jekyll advice. Thanks Dr Jekyll.
That is a great move. It will definitely add to your life in a positive way. And dogs always give you unconditional love and poop too...he he.I love dogs especially breeds that get really big like St Bernard. Only problem is I can't have a dog where I live because its an apartment with very strict rules. Maybe when I move to another place.
Day 6- I woke up with very strong urges. I had been having very erotic dreams. Once again I counted back 5 seconds (Thanks Mel Robbins for the 5 Second Rule), took some deep breaths to regulate my shallow breathing and pulse rate then proceeded with a prayer and affirmations. It worked really well. This simple routine has saved me three times now. I must make it a permanent habit.
