Thinking about quitting porn and masturbation I guess

I understand what you're talking about. I'm 23 now and free from it. Since then, I've become a Christian, and when someone says certain actions are demonic, for me, they literally are.

Others in the thread will share their experiences or tips. For me, finding faith in Christ was pivotal. It gave me a new heart and completely changed who I am, freeing me from that struggle. Even though it wasn't an instant transformation, I learned practical ways to sttay away from it, such as buying a dumbphone instead of a smartphone, staying busy with activities, having supportive friends around me, and eliminating triggers.

You can overcome this, but it won't be easy. Don't give up. It's not about how often you fall, but about persevering and learning to pick yourself up each time. God bless you.

Hey there, thanks a ton for your message! It's really cool that you're doing great and totally kicking whatever-it-is to the curb.Anyway, honestly, I'm not gonna let this stuff get me down either. This is actually my first time talknig with anyone about going through something similar, so it's kind of neat to finally feel like I'm part of a bigger community or something.

Hey there, I just wanted to say that holding everything inside isn't really helpful. Maybe try reaching out online or finding someone who's been through the same thing-it's easier when you're not alone even though it's tough to do it on your own. There are so many people, especially young men, dealing with this stuff these days. It feels like a modern-day issue that society is kind of pushing us towards with all the porn and casual sex. I think it makkes it hard for guys to grow up and figure out what being a man realy means in today's world. We're missing good role models and dad figures, so sometimes we feel lost. But you can definitely get trhough this too.

Been flying free since forever it feels like! How about you?

It's been four years now, and you know what? Just because some time has passed doesn't mean there's no chance to go back and give it another shot. Sometimes I fall along the way too, hit a few bumps in the road, but even when it feels like my own choice to step away-even though I wasn't tied down by anything-it's just a little detour that doesn't really change much of anything.

I was wondering if you could maybe be my accountability partner? You see, there aren't many empathetic folks near me here, so I thought perhaps having someone to help would really make a difference. Of course, I totally understand if your schedule is full or you're not able to commit. I've tried handling things on my own but it feels like I need some extra support right now.

fr i would but god's like nah fam... imma keep me offline rn, no internet,and it feels chill. when i'm online its a red flag... hurts my barin.
idk if u wanna go the snail mail route bc slow af. prolly could find someone else tho.
u might be able to find some groups nearby or stuff like that. church could b helpful even if u dunno 'bout god. ppl there r usually down 2 help but finding a good one is tricky cus not everyone's real or loving.
so, yeah gotta find the right fit kinda

I just wanted to say thank you-I really appreciate it. I hope everything goes well for you on your journey.

For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you," declares the Lord." - Jeremiah 29

There is always hope, and that's why I appreciate your nickname so much. Don't ever lose it. It serves as "the anchor of our soul."

You will get through this. You can do it.

Try to reach out to someone; it will make things easier for you. And don't listen to those negative thoughts-the voice inside your head that says, "You did it again... you are trying and trying... and you always fail. You are weak, you cannot do it, you will not make it. Look at you... how long have you been trying? So many months, so many years... and you're still here... give up. You are worthless... maybe you aren't made for life..." Those thoughts become true only when you accept them.

God bless you too, thank you.

I totally agree! Praying really does help strengthen my faith. Isn't it amazing to think that there's someone watching over us? They know every little detail about us-like the exact number of hairs on our heads-which is kind of mind-blowing. It's comforting to believe they care for each and every one of us personally, giving us the strength we need to face any challenges. If you ask, you'll get answers-and seeking that heavenly guidance can make all the difference in the world.

the last replies r so true. just wanna say u still can improve tho. im a sex addict too but my porn stuff got me exposing myself multiple times & the last time was def it! i'm done. we gotta break these generational curses and chains. i believe in u, & i set boundaries for myself. whn i go out I give myself a time limit or stay away from certain spots where i know i'll be temppted. we can do this! god's grace is real if we truly try & believe in him & his word. much love bro

Previous posts hit the mark. You can still improve. Same boat here, porn led me to exposure issues but I'm done with that now. Need to break these generational cycles. Set boundaries for myself too. Leave at a certain time or avoid triggering places. We can do this if we trust God and His Word. Love you bro.

Hope you're good. Struggling with addiction here, chat gpt suggested an app. Been at it for 3 years, quit for 9 months but fell off again. Still got faith to beat it. Same to you, don't give up

I just wantted to give you a little cheerleading boost for your journey, because it's definitely helpful having someone steady and faithful in your corner. That said, even then it's still pretty tough dealing with those brain chemistry changes-it takes some time before everything starts to feel normal again. You know how they do PET scans? And whhen they look at the brains of people who are addicted to heroin, it knd of looks like the brains of folks struggling with porn addiction. So there's that scientific stuff showing just how similar these addictions can be. But hey, don't lose hope! It's totally possible to win over a sexual addiction and find your way through it all.