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Any tips for a 90-day retention?

Discussion in 'Abstinence, Retention, and Sexual Transmutation' started by Computernaut, Mar 9, 2024.

  1. Computernaut

    Computernaut New Fapstronaut

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    I'm pretty new to NoFap, although I've been seeking freedom from porn addiction for some time now. My goal now is to start retention to see if I notice any benefits from it. I want to start with 90 days, and possibly extend it if I can. I've never gone more than ~40 days without MO, and even though I'm on day 9 currently, ten times that just feels impossible. Any advice from the veterans here?
     
  2. shorty1

    shorty1 Fapstronaut

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    ...remember bro...that faping conditions your mind to be dirty and you keep having that dirty feeling(in my opinion).
     
  3. I_Am_Strong_54

    I_Am_Strong_54 Fapstronaut

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    this is just my opinion, but I would stop counting the days. I'm not a fan of the idea of putting a number on it because it's not like you will go 90 days and suddenly be cured of this addiction. I'm a bit of fitness nut and love the gym, so I compare it someone who follows a 90 day workout plan. It's not like at the end of the 90 days you are fit forever and never have to workout again. You will still need to continue to workout to stay fit. 90 days was great but it's a lifelong dedication you need to make.

    If counting days is the method that works for you, break it down to smaller increments that do not seem as intimidating as 90 days. You say you are already at 9 days, so set the goal to reach 12 days. 3 more days probably seems a lot more obtainable then 81 days. At the end of 12 days, set the goal to reach 15. Keep reaching the smaller goals and you will eventually meet the long goal. It's similar to someone who says they want to lose 100 pounds. The big goal seems so far away, but if the week's goal is to lose 1 pound that is a lot more obtainable. Achieve that goal and then set the next week's goal. Over time achieving the small weight loss goals will lead to the 100 pounds.
     
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  4. Prophet Harry

    Prophet Harry Fapstronaut

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    Keep yourself very busy all the time and whenever you feel like quitting just remember why you started in the first place.

    Welcome to the NoFap gang!
     
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  5. Computernaut

    Computernaut New Fapstronaut

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    I definitely get what you're saying about counting days. It's worked reasonably well for me in the past (with quitting porn) and I really just want an amount of time that will teach me self-control and give me a good chance of seeing the benefits that so many people (here and elsewhere) speak of.
     

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