Sexual, Masturbation and Porn Addiction Help Forum

48 days--2 more days until 50. I feel like I'm heading down the homestretch...though I know that after this race there's another one. But, Paul uses race analogies. My personal favorite is when he says that in order to compete I must "beat my body and make it my slave." Though he's talking about the Christian life--the principle of discipline is the same. It's tough and not the comfortable option. God, keep me strong. Guys, keep me accountable.

Let's keep it going Mitch. Forever is the goal...... I am at 14 today and headed for forever.

That's great TJ--the first two weeks are tough. I'm gonna make it to 50! That seems like forever, but I did it one day at a time, thanks in part to you and everyone else who encouraged me and listened to me. Thanks, man.

That's great TJ--the first two weeks are tough. I'm gonna make it to 50! That seems like forever, but I did it one day at a time, thanks in part to you and everyone else who encouraged me and listened to me. Thanks, man.

well...5 days so far...and I'm doing okay...but it's pretty tough, especially since I would normally be watching porn at this point...thank God for this forum!

53 days--to God be the glory.

Hi everyone.
The longest I've gone without internet porn has been roughly 3 weeks about 4 years ago. Unfortunately, I've been averaging 2 or 3 day streaks a month since then. I really need to quit it because this can't be healthy. There have been nights where I'll be masturbating for hours. Again, I'm sure the heart is taking a beating for that.
One thing I've noticed that helps is keeping yourself occupied & trying not to think so much. I do have depression & I know that plays a big part in this unhealthy addiction. I kinda fall into a fantasy when looking at these sights where you imagine yourself getting it on with these hot, inviting girls.
I've tried to knock into my head that "There's no way this will happen in reality, come back to Earth".
Anyway friends, I'm really going to try to beat my streak again & stay positive.
Wish me luck, I'm definitely going to need it & then some.

Hey everyone. I know what you mean, notincontrol. I almost lost it today. I wasn't even feeling depressed or down, today, but the urge came over me and before I knew it I was back at it. But, I stopped and hopefully have realized that I can control my actions, even if I cannot always control the urges like I want to. Anyways, I do wish you the best, and hope you keep posting and keep working to get control over this addiction.

Thanks mitch. Yeah, I've had some of those moments where I stopped & really felt empowered. I felt really happy that I was in control. Unfortunately for me later on at night I would slip. You know, I think that's when the urge hit the most, at night. Today after posting my first response it really was great therapy. I took off (I'm on vacation this week) & did some shopping, came home & ate then played a little guitar & talked to some friends on the phone. Right now I'm about to shut down & put on a movie to crash out with.
Today I felt great but I'm waiting for those damn urges to hit. Could be tomorrow or the day after. I'm going to do my best to keep a healthy, strong state of mind. Even if it means taking off & going for a drive.
I've read many of these posts & it really helps because I don't feel I'm in this alone like I used to. I felt like I was a total headcase. It's a trip how this is no different than any other addictions. That feeling of not controlling your urges even though you know it's very unhealhy mentally & physically.
Well, I'll definitely keep posting & I have Day 1 in the bag.
Thanks a bunch & stay strong everyone. We're all in the same boat & we're all in this together.

Cool man, I have never waited for the damn urges to hit. In other words, I have never planned in advance how to deal with the urges (Except for a vague idea of not indulging in them). I'll do this from now on. Thanks

Day 2 is almost done but it was tough today. I worked out hard by benching & did some ab crunches but now I feel kinda hyper. I feel that urge coming on but I do feel strong enough tonight to shine it on. I think that if I wasn't typing my thoughts here & now, I'd give in.

I screwed up late last night. I almost completed Day 3 but I slipped at 1:00am. Technically it was already Day 4 but since I didn't go to sleep yet so I still consider it Day 3.
Well, I'm climbing back on the wagon & hopefully I can pass 3 days or more this time. Hopefully I'm stronger when I get those strong urges & not be weak. So begins Day 1 again.

i stayed clean for 2 weeks this year in January...but then...:(
that was a lot for me guys but i'll try to beat the 2 weeks
i'm with u guys...have some faith...and we can do with Gods help :)

Tomorrow, I will be at four weeks! I was on vacation and I got a real urge to go to a certain website--I couldn't stop thinking about it for almost a day, but I had no access. And, then, the urge subsided and did not return. Has anyone ever had this experience? I know I would not have stood strong, but thank God, I was able to get through it. Hang in there, guys. Self-control is tough and we all have a ways to go. Don't be discouraged.

The longest I ever made it was 2 months... that was a while back, I had a 1 week streak going so far but earlier tonight I gave into temptation :(