Most of the information that I've been able to read about the flatline period talks about reduced libido and information relating to sex drive and arousal. I don't seem to be able to find a lot of information about how the flatline period from weeks 2-5 (or thereabouts) affects the other 98% of life. This is what I'm curious about. I'm a single guy, so I don't need to worry about keeping a partner 'satisfied' at this stage. For those who have been through it, how did that period affect your productivity at work? What about your energy to work out? Were there other changes you noticed during that period?
I'm 1,5 year in, had flatline once - it this streak now, just on the start for 7 days. Umm: - No energy at all - Tired as hell - Pessimistically way of thinking - Dead little ferdinand - Increased arousal - Feeling of give up I heard that flatline for everyone is different, so you just need to experience it yourself. Many people compare it to worse state than before NoFap. After flatline, you will be boosted for some days, like you would take some power-up pill. Amazing feeling
A flatline is basicly very low testosterone on account of your body using it all to repair muscle and tissue. It can last weeks, months, or years depending on how long you have been M, how frequent, and your age.
I will also add that it is possible to temporarly pull yourself out of a flatline by using your adrenal gland. Short duration intense exercise, contact sports, heavy weights, skydiving, even talking to an attractive woman floods the body with adrenaline and T.
Diesel74 - But the flatline has nothing to do with low testosterone. It is symptomatic of the temporary fact of the brain recalibrating the dopamine fed reward circuit in the brain. Older guys actually recover quicker than younger guys and if an older guy had a low testosterone count, he would be given hormone replacement therapy to make it up. IGY
I found the flat line period to be amazing! I was super focused on uni work- it actually felt pretty fun- and very rewarding. I was going to the gym two to three times a week at that time. I had more energy to put into work outs and everyday life. Abstaining from porn and masturbation felt easy for once- or at least easier- which was a relief. My flat line lasted from about day 25 to about day 70. Abstaining from masturbation as well made a huge difference at that time. Note: I'm also single, I'm 20 years old and I'd been addicted to porn for 5-6 years previously.
