Starting is Hard

[burner account maybe]

I am 14. I stared Nofap (Specifically only abstaining from Porn, as I believe masturbation is not an issue, limiting myself to once a day) because I realized how abhorrent the effects of it can be and the industry that it nurtures is, but my subconscious still lingers on these things. I've already blocked every site imaginable (even twitter) and i started as of 5/25, but I somehow managed to relapse after 5 days. I have faith that after this, I shouldn't have these issues any more. What are some words of advice that any of you might have for someone just starting, at as early on as I am?

 

[Kaerhal]

I know you don't consider masturbation to be an issue, but abstaining from it for a short while might help you get a head start abstaining from porn. Masturbation still releases dopamine, and this can lead to the chaser effect which might result in us relapsing.

 

[burner account maybe]

I know you don't consider masturbation to be an issue, but abstaining from it for a short while might help you get a head start abstaining from porn. Masturbation still releases dopamine, and this can lead to the chaser effect which might result in us relapsing.

yknow what that makes sense actually, what time frames would you say are good for such?

 

[Kaerhal]

It varies from person to person, but maybe start with 7 days and see how you go? A full week should also be a good milestone to show yourself that you can be in control, and then take it a day at a time.

It can be helpful to post each day, this way you're keeping track of your progress and staying accountable to people online.

 

[trying-daily]

14 was the age for me where it really started to progress into a disgusting habit. The earlier you start to turn away from it, the easier it will be later on, trust me.