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RELAPSE after 6 months

Discussion in 'Success Stories' started by astrowxrld, Aug 28, 2018.

  1. astrowxrld

    astrowxrld New Fapstronaut

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    Recently ended a 6 month streak of nofap and thought I would just recap the standout benefits before logging my recovery from this relapse:

    1.Confidence

    This one was huge for me, being someone who was very anxious in social situations, continuously questioning “am I social enough” “why did I say that” “why can’t i be naturally social” at around 5 months I reached my peak in terms of being social, I thrives in social situations, I loved to talk and meet new people, no longer would I duck from invites and gatherings to stay in and masturbate, instead I would actively go looking for opportunities to meet people if not create them myself.

    2. Clear Mind

    I’ve felt such a clear head and been able to focus on a number of different things I had difficulty with in the past, my exam results have improved and I no longer second guess or question any of my thoughts or actions.

    3. Change in the way I view women

    During my time watching porn and from my recent relapse I have seen women in a sexual manner in a thirsty way with all I can think about is them in sexual imaginary situations. Whilst on 5 months without PMO whenever I saw a woman the thought of sex didn’t even cross my mind, being more interested in the potential connection I could have with the indiviual.

    Reaching 6 months had me on top of the world and unfortunately I’ve hit a stumbling block in relapsing but given my previous habits I can only take 6 months as a huge accomplishment and set myself to try and go further and eventually to quit forever.
     
  2. fan_of_all_might

    fan_of_all_might Fapstronaut

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    Dude don't binge out! We all fumble. But you need to get right back up and I'm positive your benefits will remain. Stay strong bro. Can't wait for my godmode to kick in haha.
     
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  3. astrowxrld

    astrowxrld New Fapstronaut

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    Thanks bro, trust me when you reach it it’s so worth it
     
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  4. Such a great inspiration; I’m only day 6 but I’m determined
     
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  5. reboot_8716

    reboot_8716 Fapstronaut

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    Curious if you guys are abstaining orgasms as well? I’m in a long term relationship so thankfully I have her to help me out a bit but am still trying to abstain from PM. First attempt and only on day 4 without anything
     
  6. Uncomfortably Numb

    Uncomfortably Numb Fapstronaut

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    Concentrate on all the days you did not PMO... do not linger on the relapse
     
  7. Lovable king

    Lovable king Fapstronaut

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    You did it wow. I can tooo
     
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  8. potato bop

    potato bop Fapstronaut

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    Hey, you’re inspiring me to not relapse. Stay strong for us, we are counting on you :D not everyone but still lol
     
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  9. theoptimist

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    Thank you for your post, I can relate after slipping on day 152. It is really a bless to stay on the recovery road.

    I really prefer to work on myself and chat with great people here to keep me motivated
     
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  10. astrowxrld

    astrowxrld New Fapstronaut

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    As an update I just wanted to mention that since relapsing following 6 months it’s taken me about 4 days to get back into the benefits even though I’m not 100% there I would say I’ve spent 4 days feeling a bit anxious, socially awkward, tired but after the 4th day I’m starting to feel like how I did when I built up a decent streak. Hope this tells you that relapses aren’t worth it and keep going all of you.
     
  11. You reached 6 months of NOFAP that's amazing!!!
    I hope you learned so much on this journey and im happy to see your benits remember a relaspe isn't a full setback you are free!!!!!!!!!!!
     
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  12. Panagiotistz

    Panagiotistz New Fapstronaut

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  13. nomo

    nomo Fapstronaut

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    Great post, 6-months is an amazing accomplishment. I'm glad that you are getting your benefits back within 4 days. It makes sense that the 6 months without PMO helped rewire your brain, therefore the benefits should come back promptly.

    You are an inspiration I would love to improve in the three areas that you said you benefitted.
    1. Confidence
    2. Clear Mind
    3. Change in the way I view women

    Good luck on getting another long streak going, and thanks for the encouraging post.
    Nomo
     
  14. Rainbow Warrior

    Rainbow Warrior Fapstronaut

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    I’m very happy that you reached 6 months. You will do better. Remember this, semen cycle renews every 40 days, one relapse doesn’t destroy everything. You just need to reset by 40 days. If you’ve had two relapses then reset by 80 days.

    i would advise going Hardmode to get back to where you was quickly.
    How did you relapse what were the circumstances? Have you got safety filters in place?
     
  15. I wonder how the creator of the thread is now
     
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  16. Rainbow Warrior

    Rainbow Warrior Fapstronaut

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    Probably scratching his head thinking what went wrong.. it happens to all of us
     

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