Ready for a change....the spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.

[iwearmyownpants]

I have been an addict for what seems like a long time. Last time I PMO'd was on 1/26. Started in my early teens like many others on this forum. I knew I had a problem, and I realized how in denial I was about my problem. I have wanted to get past this issue for a long time, but I didn't know where I could go for help. I also kept thinking to myself, "it's not really as bad as it seems". I am glad I found this website. It's nice to really know that I'm not the only one struggling with porn addiction and is willing to admit it. But I'm tired of being addicted and I know it has messed with my head and how I feel about myself.....like my confidence, self esteem, happiness, etc. I have realized that this type of addiction is not something I can deal with or fight alone. I have tried to quit cold turkey, only to last maybe a week without PMO, then suddenly it's back to fappin away. It actually makes me sad and angry to realize how much of my time has been wasted to such a thing.....all that time that could have gone to much more meaningful and fulfilling things in life. I would like to never again have to turn to PMO. I'm really looking forward to getting my life back in track and I think rebootnation is really going to help.

 

[alamar365]

It's actually not the flesh that's causing you to PMO; it's the brain. If you haven't done so already go over to yourbrainonporn.com and read everything you can on the brain science of Internet porn addiction.  Also,  take a look at the six-part video on the YBOP website as well as Gary Wilson's  Ted talk on the subject.  Finally,  look on this site for posts by William,  especially the one titled "Hello gentlemen now we begin. " All of those resources have been very helpful to me. Welcome aboard and just don't ever give up in your effort to live free of porn addiction.  It will be worth whatever it costs.  Have a great day.

 

[tostadora]

The topic mentioned before: http://legacy.rebootnation.org/index.php?topic=1256.0

Probably the best time inversion you'll do for overcoming your porn/dopamine addiction.

 

[challenged]

I have tried to quit cold turkey, only to last maybe a week without PMO, then suddenly it's back to fappin away.

I think it can be tough for some guys to quit cold turkey.  It was for me. 

So you made it one week.  Make an effort now to go two weeks and see how you feel.  Perhaps try to break your reboot effort down into manageable chunks, so you're not thinking "man, there's no way I can stay away from PMO for 90 days," etc.  Make the mountain smaller when you start out if it helps you with your commitment.

 

[Fappy]

Set yourself a smaller goal than the instantly starting with a massive 90 marathon.
It can be a little dispiriting to see how much further youve got to go.
I started by setting myself a goal of ten days, it was a goal i knew was easily attainable. After that i had more confidence to reach my second goal of 20 days. I kept increasing it by ten days. Now  on a 50 day goal.
Aim low at first then you can reach higher. 

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