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I've been consuming porn regularly for half of my life.

Discussion in 'New to NoFap' started by sleep_deprived, Nov 28, 2022.

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  1. Nov 28, 2022 #1
    sleep_deprived

    sleep_deprived New Fapstronaut

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    I'm 29 years old and was first exposed to porn at 14. I used it regularly for many years before even recognizing it as a problem. After recognizing it as a problem, I attempted to quit all on my own, which lasted a couple weeks (with many relapses). After that the only thing I did about my addiction was make excuses for it or pretend it wasn't a problem.

    I'm now realizing it's a much bigger problem than I originally thought. I'm totally lethargic and demotivated, and I understand my addiction is a large part of the reason for that. I'm now at a couple days of nofap and the withdrawal symptoms are hitting me hard. I'm depressed, anxious, and I can't sleep. I understand this is part of the process and I just need to push through it.

    I'm looking for an AP, and also general tips on how to cope with withdrawal symptons. Thank you for reading my story.
     
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  2. Nov 28, 2022 #2
    Z34L0T

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    One day at a time bro. Remember, that's 15 years of brain training you're trying to reverse. One day at a time.

    Might sound crazy, but I've managed to stave off cravings on multiple occasions by eating a chilli pepper (or down some hot sauce)... completely distracts the brain... but hey not everyone's gonna try that one haha
     
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  3. Nov 28, 2022 #3
    Divyanshu Gautam

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    Listen mate
    First I want you to identify the things which triggers you.
    Do you fap when you scroll memes and reels on Instagram and all of a sudden you see something sexually attractive and you go for fap

    Please stop scrolling
    Stop scrolling on any social media
    Whether it is Fb ,Ig or twitter

    Be specific
    Be mindful why you are gonna use your phone
    Just do it and keep your phone aside

    This is your first advice
    Do it for two days
    Then go for other solutions
     
    Divyanshu Gautam, Nov 28, 2022
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  4. Nov 28, 2022 #4
    sleep_deprived

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    I appreciate the advice. Yes that does happen to me with Instagram, so I decided to uninstall it because the reels are ridiculous, not matter how many times I select "Not Interested" on a reel, they just keep getting recommended to me.

    Before joining this forum I started using an app to overcome procrastination habits. It's already helped me to recognize porn and social media as procrastination activities, and that I've been using them to cope with and escape from negative emotions.

    I do think I also have a YouTube addiction, nothing to do with arousing content, more like fear of missing out, but the triggers and excuses are the same.
     
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  5. Nov 28, 2022 #5
    456$

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    hii everyone

    i don't agree with those who tell that fap will happen scrolling on social media if you see these types of contents that social media you those content otherwise social media is more useful if you any type of reels video any click them not interested then social media not recommended you this type of video.

    i also use social media but when i see these types of videos than i click on not interested than social media not recommended these videos, reels my fap reason is loneliness.

    i am searching for partner(AP) who can help me talk to.

    my intension is not want to not hurt anyone is anyone hurt than sorry.

    thank you.
     
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  6. Nov 28, 2022 #6
    Divyanshu Gautam

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    I told him this is one of the reasons not the only reason
    If you can click on not interested button everytime.
    Still you will see such posts which will trigger you.
    If you don't get triggers because of some adult memes and reels then don't follow my advice but don't recommend other person to follow the same who is suffering from these things
     
    Divyanshu Gautam, Nov 28, 2022
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