Hi guys, It's now my 11th day without PMO and I'm constantly in a bad mood. Since yesterday, I woke up irritated and frustrated. My motivation to do things is gone and I just sit in front of the TV and my computer procrastinating. I resisted to the urge of PMO but if it continues like that I will become mad. To counter this, I tried to workout, go for a jog.. but exercising doesn't seem to help. Do some of you feel the same because of PMO abstinence? If it is the case, what did you do to feel better?
Your basically having withdrawals from dopamine, this is a great thing, every addict has to go through bad moods and depression when breaking a habit. I went through a few weeks of zero motivation and depression, i just watched box sets and played games. Just remember it will get less and less until you are clear of withdrawals. Try to smile at the pain as it shows you are on the right path.
I feel agitated all the time, to use porn, to numb out..etc. I appreciate you sharing your shit with us. It helps me to hear someone else goes through it too. Here's what helps me: prayer. I don't know what I'm praying to, but I do it and it works. I pray, I try to let go of any kind of control I think I have, and I try to go with the flow, do the next thing in front of me.
I feel exactly the same dude.Irritated, bad mood, dont want to talk to anybodyd, anger with the world.Yesterday i said to my parents that this last days im having a bad mood for no reasons to dont get mad with my attitude.They will support you. Read more information on yourbrainonporn.com The motivation is the temparary.The information and knowledge not
What you are describing could be the flatline kicking in early (see The Glossary ^). If exercising doesn't help, add in other things such as music or specific interests you have had in the past. Also remember that these withdrawal symptoms are temporary. Well done for reaching double figures btw. Don't lose heart, or give up. Grind it out Daniel!
Thank you for the explanations and for sharing your own troubles about that. I can now focus on my objectives knowing that the flat-line is temporary.
Props to all the above good advice. Nothing to add. Tincture of time is often the best medicine! Stay strong brothers!