Failed after 9 days

[TheCoffeeDetective]

I've just failed my 9 day streak and I feel awful with myself. I was doing so well but I slipped up, ended up breaking it. Is there any tips on what to do when I start slipping down again? Video games were working for me but I let my mind wonder and next thing I know I was looking at p*rn. Felt great during it but a second or so afterwards I felt horrible like I've let myself down. This is the furthest I've got, other times I've only lasted a few days.

 

[Discouraged]

9 days isn't failure. the good is not the enemy of the perfect

 

[Alleman]

It’s part of the process, my friend. Just accept it, motivate yourself again and start again. I’m sure next time you will pass the 9 days.

 

[ForYouAreWithMe]

Well, why did you fail? Maybe you can learn from the experience and get better for the next time! Try meditation or other hobbies maybe - don't give up though. You can get there, lots of other people have done as well.

 

[PowerOverMind]

Someone here brilliantly said to write down how and why you slipped up, makes you catch yourself out the next time you slip into a similar situation.

 

[Deddog]

9 day streak is another achievement on your road to porn-free life - don't get discouraged, many fell before you or even after longer streaks. Please remember that failure often brings recognition and allows you to identify your weak points - learn from your mistakes, get up and keep on fightin'. Here is a quote from Stephen McCranie that you might find encouraging:
“The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried.”

Godspeed!

 

[Bethelightinmyheart]

9 days isn't failure. the good is not the enemy of the perfect

I like something with this quote

 

[Bethelightinmyheart]

Day 8 rolling...been forced to self-quarantine.

Luckily I have my wonderful cats to keep me company and make med happy