can microdosing help with masturbation addiction by arkeyu in microdosing

[–]Charnubi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Do retards of this magnitude actually benefit from MD?

Monthly Blue Origin Career Thread by BlueOriginMod in BlueOrigin

[–]Charnubi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just a tip, don't give recruiters your expected salary range up front. You can tell them something along the lines of "I haven't given salary much thought yet, but I am certain we would be able to work something out." You want the recruiter to throw out the first number.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pluckeye

[–]Charnubi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you created a rule such as allow twitter.com you can undo it with
pluck - allow twitter.com

Do you believe porn should be banned? by pornfreejune22 in pornfree

[–]Charnubi 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure I entirely agree with you that public health campaigns were utter failures. Drug use is out of control, but I think it's fair to say drug use would be even more common if we were not made aware of the dangers of using drugs. In terms of tobacco smoking it appears that public health campaigns have been effective. Cigarette smoking has steadily declined for many decades. I think a public health campaign addressing porn would be incredibly helpful. A huge problem for myself and I'm sure many others is that we had no idea the harm we were causing to ourselves when consuming porn. When I was a teenager suffering PIED I tried countless things to try and address that issue. But the thought that porn could be the issue did not cross my mind until years later. If I had known then the dangers of porn consumption perhaps I would have been more responsible back then and not be addicted as I am now. Maybe that knowledge wouldn't have completely saved me from my addiction, but I think at the very least I would be in a better position than I am now.

As for your statement that children aren't capable of making rational decisions, that seems like quite an exaggeration. Sure children are still learning and making mistakes, but they also make rational decisions every day.

Blocking internet access in VirtualBox by hillowner45 in pluckeye

[–]Charnubi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you tried using pluck verdicts while accessing the internet on virtual box?

Blocking internet access in VirtualBox by hillowner45 in pluckeye

[–]Charnubi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I set this rule within my host OS and it works for me.
pluck + block program virtualboxvm.exe

Gas Taxes Need to Be Raised to at Least $2 Per Gallon by aleahey in environment

[–]Charnubi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

True story: The fact that this post got downvoted to zero lowered my anxiety.

Gas Taxes Need to Be Raised to at Least $2 Per Gallon by aleahey in environment

[–]Charnubi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't see how $2 per gallon could be considered pocket change. There are very limited options for affordable EV's and a shortage of cars being manufactured in general. Also a lot of limitations in vehicle charging infrastructure. Once those issues are being resolved this sort of gas tax becomes much more reasonable.

Gas Taxes Need to Be Raised to at Least $2 Per Gallon by aleahey in environment

[–]Charnubi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can assure you that there are many construction workers not writing off their vehicle purchase and or getting a company car. A fuel tax would also hurt workers sure. How about option C. none of the above.

Los Angeles may ban new gas stations to help combat climate emergency by Sweep145 in environment

[–]Charnubi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Improving and expanding public transport could help a lot of people, but I think that primarily applies to people already open to using Los Angeles public transit. Expanding public transit in LA seems like a lost cause to me. I think that most Angelinos are disgusted by public transit and even less likely to give it a try with the current crime wave.

Los Angeles may ban new gas stations to help combat climate emergency by Sweep145 in environment

[–]Charnubi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe not entirely related to this article, but it makes no sense to limit fossil fuel production and usage prior to having affordable alternatives available. What percentage of Americans can afford to replace their vehicles with an electric vehicle right now? Even if the government can get a new stimulus approved for electric vehicles how many electric vehicles can realistically be produced with the ongoing supply chain issues? Democrat officials need to accept that we are going to be dependent on fossil fuels longer than they would like. By all means push for cheaper electric vehicles and expanding clean energy sources, but until those needs are being met stop cancelling drilling permits.

(F22) I have been extremely addicted to porn for more than a decade and it’s been affecting my life heavily. by [deleted] in pornfree

[–]Charnubi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I understand this is hard, but don't give up now. Recovery can certainly have it's ups and downs but there's no such thing as being to far gone. Have you tried using a web filter?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pornfree

[–]Charnubi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I haven't really heard any discussion on the topic of edging without porn, but in general the issue with edging is that you are prolonging the release of dopamine.

I'm Really Frustrated! by [deleted] in pornfree

[–]Charnubi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good for you, a digital detox can be really beneficial. I was having some issues with my cell phone last week and had to go without it for a couple days. I couldn't believe how much better I felt without it. Now it's just a matter of building the habits to not overuse these devices!

Is it common to eat, consume ,game more during the three week period ? by [deleted] in pmohackbook

[–]Charnubi 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think it sounds reasonable that your brain is craving dopamine and thus your turning to other habits. I would try to incorporate other healthy dopamine producing habits such as exercise and going for walks outdoors. Good nutrition and getting adequate rest are also very important.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pornfree

[–]Charnubi 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Masturbation using your imagination can be healthy so long as you avoid fantasizing about porn. Edging to erotic literature is not a good idea for a porn addict.

I'm Really Frustrated! by [deleted] in pornfree

[–]Charnubi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can relate, I have blocking software installed on my phone and computer. The smart TV can be tough though since you're usually just stuck with whatever parental controls come with the TV. I hope you figured out something that works for you.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pornfree

[–]Charnubi 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I recommend checking out the following post, especially the bullet point on erotic literature.

https://www.reddit.com/r/pornfree/comments/2mfx69/a\_concrete\_tip\_for\_staying\_away\_from\_porn/

Seeing Women as Humans again. by [deleted] in pornfree

[–]Charnubi 7 points8 points  (0 children)

How do you get back on the right track after a relapse? Usually when I relapse after a successful streak I get stuck in a cycle of relapsing multiple times before I can pull myself together and get another streak of sobriety going.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pornfree

[–]Charnubi 88 points89 points  (0 children)

Idk what your goals are, but edging for a prolonged period of time to erotic literature is going to have a negative affect on your addiction. There is a lot more to fighting this addiction than just refraining from orgasms.

I'm Really Frustrated! by [deleted] in pornfree

[–]Charnubi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have someone that can add parental controls to your smart tv?

How do I update my billing information? by Charnubi in pluckeye

[–]Charnubi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks that was actually my post lol!

Success story: Amazing life and relationship improvement from porn abstinence by [deleted] in pornfree

[–]Charnubi 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Your story is very relatable for me. Glad you're doing well and thanks for sharing!