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Porn addiction in my relationship.

Discussion in 'Rebooting in a Relationship' started by Dead Ed, Nov 11, 2016.

  1. Dead Ed

    Dead Ed Fapstronaut

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    Hello Nofapians

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    I have been contemplating my relationship and my over use of pornography for quite some time, and what effect it has on us as a team.

    I know it isn't a problem in my relationship, because my girlfriend caught me self-abusing in bed while watching porn on my phone. I tried to turn it down but accidentally turned it up during an intense moment.

    She laughed really hard and said she understands and knows that everyone has to have a release every now and then during alone time... though I know it hurts her to some extent, even a little.

    But to me... it gets in the way and is damaging to my self image and self respect when I can't hold back, like most of you already know the feelings you will get once you give in.

    Such as: depression, self loathing, shame, anger, confusion, lack of control...etc

    I just feel beaten by my primal urges mainly.

    I would like nothing more than to get myself under control mentally and physically.

    Main goal...happiness in knowing I am the master of my body.

    I see my girlfriend, and I feel so hopeful, because she is the one I love and want to share everything with, even with all that, I feel empty..not in the way you're thinking lol

    do i have a way to curb my urges? yes I do, I spend time with my Girlfriend and focus just as much on my work, I even block sites by using "K9" and making up a random password and forgetting it.. just make sure you unblock important sites that you need for work.

    so I felt like I needed to ramble, and thank you for taking the time to hear me out.

    I appreciate it.
     
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  2. Ted Martin

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    Glad to hear that you are looking to get help and make changes! I hope this site will serve as a resource in your recovery process. Reach out to other guys in similar situations for advice, encouragement and shared wisdom. All the best as you seek to grow, heal and recover! :)
     
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  3. Meshuga

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    This is something that every enlightened, progressive, sex positive person who isn't shackled by ridiculous, ancient taboos knows. It's a lie.

    Porn has been around probably since we figured out how to draw on cave walls with a burnt stick. Masturbation has been a thing likely since before that. However, Internet porn is something entirely new and it jacks you up in ways we never could have foreseen. Your girlfriend gets points because she's trying to be encouraging and understanding, and make a compromise. Despite her good intentions, though, she's misinformed. People have sexual desires, and in normal circumstances this is a healthy thing. Internet porn, though, is a great way to isolate yourself and turn you into a maladjusted misanthrope.

    Good for you for recognizing the problem, and making the choice to better yourself. You just tripled your odds of success.
     
  4. Dead Ed

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    Thanks Meshuga, I hope for myself and future connections that I can get this "problem" under wraps.

    I'll be better for it, a more productive and mentally sharp individual, after the fog has risen.
     
  5. Hey mate, there is nothing you can achieve by regretting on your past, you hurt her, move on, you can't do anyhing for that..what you can do is make her happy in future.. try to do that..atleast you are trying that's good for your relationship...the only way to curb your urges..is to curb those who urges you.. find the triggers that urges you..write them down on a paper...and then find a way to avoid each trigger.... for say if loneliness urges you better you can talk to your gf, and like all that...
    try to make a journal where you can maintain your everyday progress...it also gives a feeling of achievement..
    the last thing be honest in your relationship..if you think you alone can't control the problem let her know and ask her to support you...that would be beneficial for your relationship.....
     
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  6. Dead Ed

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    That is some good advice, thanks ujjing
     
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