Hi All, I'm in my late 40s and have used porn since I was 5, when I found my Dad's old playboy magazines. Use levels have ranged depending on my discipline and other factors like work, emotions, and relationships. I've "stopped" at least 100 times, discarding my VHS, DVD. With the internet, my periods of PM abstinence have been shorter. I am committed to being better person, husband, and father and know that eliminating PM from my life will support my progress. I quit alcohol and drugs 3.5 years ago, and nicotine 3 years ago. PM has been the most difficult of these for me. Finding this support group gives me new hope. I am thankful for the support.
Wow! Thanks for sharing your story Kevinmax, you have been through a lot. You have also accomplished a lot and have shown real courage in facing your problems. This is a supportive community and you will find help here to accomplish your goals. Welcome!
My main strategy is to keep my PMO abstinence goal a top priority. In my previous PM relapses, I always found a way to justify seeing the latest porn titles or the Sports Illustrated swimsuit, thinking that would be fine and wouldn't lead to a full PM session. So by keeping my priority straight, I know that I can't allow myself to take that first sip so to speak. Second, I shift my focus any time thoughts of sex enter my mind. Third, is staying connected to this support group. In the past when I quit PM, I never did a reboot that included O abstinence. My January Commitment for abstinence from O, with my wife's support,--along with this support group--has given me new hope that I have quit PM for good...one day at a time. Thanks DJ!
Hi NoFap Community, I'm 44 days in and still PM free. I went January plus 5 days into Feb with no O after committing for January. My wife was very supportive and now I feel a sense of knowingness that I am able to stay clear of PM. Thank you for the support. This community means a lot to me and helped make my life better.
