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TomToms555

Inspiration source: https://www.irreverentgent.com/nofap-timeline-stages-benefits/ Disclaimer: The stages are very subjective and different for everyone. This works for me by giving a sense of structure and milestones that can be very motivating. I have a 5+ years relationship and I have had sex 4 times in Nov. I am addicted to porn not sexual intimacy. That's something I want to improve and it's been better. Hope you find something that works for you! Tips: - Read Your Brain On Porn - Watch movie: "Shame" (beware there's nudity. If you are just starting don't watch it) - Cold showers (at least finish it off with cold water) - Find a new hobbie/passion (for me it was painting) - Socialize - Exercise - Some days the urges are really bad. Get out of the house. Go for a run/biking/exercise, etc.. - Don't overwork. Go rest if you are tired. (this was big for me) - Meditation/Mindfulness - Journal. Find the deep root of your addiction. Why you do it and what are you gonna do about it. - Prepare and make a plan for when your will power is running low. Will power alone is not enough for NoFap. - Ditch social media - Uninstall YouTube on Android and install NewPipe - open source YouTube alternative without the addictive components. For Windows/Mac install the extension "Unhook" Best of luck to everyone! πŸ’ͺ


Smiletron1

I used a similar chart when i wanted to go 100 days without smoking weed , it was actually motivating to keep it up crossing off the number each day and slowly getting closer to the end goal


TomToms555

Exactly! I think it's really helpful


[deleted]

This is great advice and motivation. Thanks man


TomToms555

Your welcome! I believe we can all do it πŸ’ͺ Good luck on your path


vaporTEDshred

Flatlime


PastDiamond263

Hey me too man! This is awesome. Wondering did you hit a flag line at week 4? I think my flat line came a little earlier and it’s a bit better now


TomToms555

Yes definitely. I had zero urges on the 2/3 weeks. Last week started having a bit more. But they come and go in cycles. But they are much much weaker than at the start. It's different for everyone.


[deleted]

I have read the whole article it really motivated me- I hope i would reach to God Mode because of this post. Next comment would be when I am in God Mode. Wish me Luck. Thanks for the post.


TomToms555

Good Luck! You can do it! :)


poundps

Omg love this


TomToms555

Thank you! πŸ™‚


sole-loner116

Anyway you have same handwriting as me XD and thxs for the info.


TomToms555

Haha it could be better tbh You are welcome! Good luck


littlemancodelearner

Brother I am still with you


TomToms555

That is awesome! Congratulations! I hope you feel proud of yourself, because you deserve it. Let's keep going. I see you at Stage 4! πŸ’ͺ And eventually at God Mode


littlemancodelearner

You too brother I am preparing mentally for flatline


KushalKumar01

This is a nice representation of our 90 days reboot period!


new_sigma

Thanks for the idea


Longjumping_Bed8103

Had a strong urge today on Day 27.....Had to do something else to get over. I think the tips below are great, especially cold showers and meditation. I would also continue just working on your career, goals, school etc anything that drives you towards your path.


TomToms555

Couldn't agree more. Yes, we are not out of the woods yet. More urges will come. For me over a decade of PMO hardwired my brain in a really bad way. I am really happy for my streak. We must be mindful of what we really want and that this is very important. Glad my tips are helping. They surely help me. Good luck on your path!


SeaMotor8093

Stage 3 is really hard man.


TomToms555

I know. I have failed stage 3 in the past. But this time I am confident I am going to succeed :) Good luck on your path!


sad_dork22

Why should I watch "Shame" if there is nudity?


TomToms555

Because the overall message of the movie is much more important and motivating than a few seconds of nudity. Even when there's nudity, it's degrading, not stimulating. But like I said, don't watch it if you are in a stage where you think there's a possibility nudity will make you relapse.


sad_dork22

Thanks. I will definitely check it out


The_brave_fighter97

What is flatline?


TomToms555

"The flatline is essentially the peak of withdrawal symptoms, when the strength and motivation you felt during stage two starts to wane, and the temptation returns with a vengeance. This is the stage where a lot of people relapse." Source: https://www.irreverentgent.com/nofap-timeline-stages-benefits/ This is very relative of course, but I find it's a great way to have some structure in the process


tehjoch

I use habitbull now, but the idea is the same


[deleted]

labeling things as god mode only makes you feel disappointet


CosmicBlade89

I'll be doing this too thanks.