Submitted by 21 on Mon, 2010-01-04 09:02
I'm a 25-year old male. I found this site somehow by searching for information about serotonin (THANKS to GOD for the fortune).
As I read, I found there is a lot bigger picture about how things are working then I expected. A picture of reward system and addiction. A picture that can explain my experience with my urges, sexual desire, orgasms, and hangovers after them. So I gained more knowledge about how my brain works.
Submitted by Marnia on Sat, 2008-12-06 15:09
Just to clarify, this site is not about repressing sexuality (that is, trying to avoid orgasm out of fear, because it's "sinful" or dangerous). Nor is it about swearing off masturbation forever. Men who choose to overcome porn addiction have taught *us* that stopping *both* masturbation and orgasm for an extended period makes it easier to quit. This makes sense because anything your brain associates with its addictive, super-stimulating "reward" (porn/masturbation) can trigger intense frustration.
Submitted by James2568 on Fri, 2012-01-27 09:53
Well, it's day 27. I may or may not post twice today. It's only about 12:30pm, but I wanted to write a little something because last night's blog entry was so long winded. A couple of positive things to take note of. I have been wanting to socialize more. Yesterday morning, I decided it was too boring studying in my apartment, so I went and found a coffee shop downtown that I never knew was there. It was really nice to get out and just be among other people. I was sitting alone but the atmosphere, the people talking, the cars and people going by outside the window, was nice.
Submitted by Openthecage on Fri, 2012-01-27 05:42
Been a while since I've been on the site and posted anything.
After my last relapse (which was my first after a about 50 days in the clear) - I've slowly started to spiral back to my old ways...
Im not full on back to watching porn like I used to - but every other day I have found myself PMO'ing again...
I don't know whats wrong with me - I know all these things about the influence of porn on the brain, I know about the chasers, I know about the negative effects it has on my relationship between me and my wife.
Submitted by James2568 on Thu, 2012-01-26 22:43
I have found that reading posts on other’s recovery experience has been very helpful to me in my recovery, so I thought I should contribute. Besides, journaling or “blogging” may help me to some extent. Anything is worth a shot at this point.
Submitted by Equil on Tue, 2012-01-24 00:27
Just dropped in to say I relapsed yesterday after my longest streak of 28 days, I'm not going to count the days anymore, I also probably won't be posting much on this site but I might come here now and again. Thanks for all your help.
Submitted by NewMoon on Sat, 2012-01-21 18:31
Its been a while , so time for a short update.
I happy to say I have stayed away from porn and not even been tempted to look at it bar once. Think that is four months.
Did return to MO but its difficult to keep control and avoid the chaser effect . After MO it takes exactly 7 days for my mojo to recover. I am yet to feel that amazing feeling I had back at the very start of the reboot when confidence starts to return and you just feel brilliant. Maybe I am feeling it but have got used to it as I am not coming from such a low.
Submitted by beherenow on Tue, 2012-01-17 13:43
Overslept today, 9 hrs and 18 minutes... yeeha, woke up feeling really refreshed
Submitted by Equil on Tue, 2012-01-17 08:16
Just dropping in to say that I've reached day 22 of no PMO which beats my previous record of 21 days, I'm trying not to celebrate this achievement because every time I do, I relapse because I feel like I've completed my goal but I want to continue for as long as I can. Wish me luck!
Submitted by time_for_change on Fri, 2012-01-13 16:30
Quick recap: 100 days abstinence, relapse on New Year's Eve, new commitment on Jan 1st to a whole year of abstinence...
...which lasted 10 days! Yes that's right, although I recently basked in the glow of a 100-day success, I'm now unable to manage a fortnight. Jan 11th and I was watching the dodgy late night TV... p/m/o. Next day m/o. What I have here is a classic snowball situation, but having been here before I've recognised it quickly and pulled myself up sharp.
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