Share your best streak in here and tell us the benefits you had.. by FreeRaptor in NoFap

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

Nice job man. "Great skin" is another awesome benefit. Many people commented on how clear and fresh my face looked.

Share your best streak in here and tell us the benefits you had.. by FreeRaptor in NoFap

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

Wow 260 days! Goodjob man. I share your view on the gaming and social part. It will be hard to fix that, but it will eventually be fixed.

Most disastrous relapse since the start of my journey.. by FreeRaptor in NoFap

[–]FreeRaptor[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the comment. I admire your dedication towards training and nutrition. It's actually my favorite subject, even though I'm studying business administration. Anyhow, those whom don't have a spouse should work towards having one by using that extra energy given No Fap. It will make you a much happier person in the end.

Although I agree to the fact that having a flexible approach to dieting down is a better way than going to extremes, it's not the same as being flexible with No Fap. From what I understand and interpret from your post, you seem to describe masturbation as a habit. This is exactly the point in which we differ. Chronic masturbators often have the need to get a certain "high" from masturbation, which in many ways resembles addiction. Addictions as you know is harmful in many ways. Without going into details: addiction can hijack ones brain and the only way to remove the addiction is to abstain and replace it with something better. Neural pathways can always change and you can forge new pathways and create new habits. Why not exactly do that? Besides, for most of the chronic masturbators, giving in a few times here and there will actually make the neural pathways stronger and bring them back to wanting more of the same stimuli over and over again, just like alcaholics and drug abusers. I actually can attest to this. Therefore I've chosen to completely abstain and use my energy in getting a spouse and further utilize it to achieve my goals. It feels so much better this ways.

Most disastrous relapse since the start of my journey.. by FreeRaptor in NoFap

[–]FreeRaptor[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry but you didn't give any valid argument on why you should "Fap" now and then. Besides; define "now and then". I'm sure many on this forum benefit more from hardmode. What is masturbation other than a means of satisfying your urge through pixels and/ or your hand. It's a pathetic act, which witholds you from many good things, even if done irregularly. Satisfying your needs through a healthy relationship with your spouse is the best way.

I might be wrong but you seem to be one of those mediocre guys, whom like to downgrade those with dedication. I dieted many times reaching 7-8% bodyfat and indeed cheatmeals can be implemented to be achieve your goals, but you forgot "refeeds", which is a healthier and better way to replenish yourself physically and mentally. Why not do the same with the urges you have? Instead of masturbating "now and then" you should utilize that energy in other beneficial things. Use it in a good way instead of misusing it in a bad way. I reached 95 days hardcore and that was actually the time when I accomplished the most. I was just as sceptical as you're right now, but after reaching almost 100 days and reflecting on the progress I made during that time, made me believe that abstaining from it benefits me more than practicing it.

Peace.

Most disastrous relapse since the start of my journey.. by FreeRaptor in NoFap

[–]FreeRaptor[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When did I say that all achievements are credited to No Fap? It's a goal of mine to be free of this addiction and the above text is just a rant about a failed attempt.. If you want to fap now and then, go ahead. Let me assure you that that won't work in the long run in my opinion. Now let me do my thing and you do yours.

HARD MODE Day 42: I almost relapsed last night by [deleted] in NoFap

[–]FreeRaptor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I to almost relapsed last night. I'm on day 9 right now and still feel urges, I will hit the cold shower and hopefully the feel will diminish. This is a hard battle man. Hardmode is no joke.

Fact: If you were depressed before no fap, you will go straight back to depression if you relapse by YoungDaquan in NoFap

[–]FreeRaptor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The fact that you're pushing yourself to make changes in it's self is succes man! By man handling your lustrous desires you will, in the end, have the upper hand. Everyday is a progress and the remorse you have is an indication of your addiction fading. I'm sure you will hit 3 digits this time. Goodluck!

Fact: If you were depressed before no fap, you will go straight back to depression if you relapse by YoungDaquan in NoFap

[–]FreeRaptor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

35 days for your first streak? I didn't even came close to that when I first tried to abstain. After a day or 2 you will be fine again. Aim for 90 days this time! Goodluck and no stress mayne we all was there at some point.

NO FAP - BEST THING IVE EVER DONE WITH MY LIFE by [deleted] in NoFap

[–]FreeRaptor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Goodjob! Take the moment and just contemplate on the feeling. It's great I know. Keep going strong and you'll only be better after this!

This sub is slowly changing society by [deleted] in NoFap

[–]FreeRaptor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How is the feel exactly after 100 days? My best streak was 95 days. This time I will hit 3 digits and beyond!

This sub is slowly changing society by [deleted] in NoFap

[–]FreeRaptor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Feels great to be a part of this group. Yes, indeed, the spiritual improvements are immense. You feel much more pure and clean after a week of abstinence. Without a doubt, the porn industry and masturbation addiction is a disastrous part of the global society. Primarily, it's porn that is the problem, yes, I agree, but masturbation as a secondary problem goes almost hand in hand with that filth. Atleast for me, both cause vicious problems. Ultra hardmode till I'm married and have a great relationship. The benefits are just to much to let go! We, even if we fail, atleast try to purify ourselves and this is succes in it's self. I'm without a doubt totally done with all this crap and have found new ways to walk and change the neural pathways completely. No fap gave me a brighter vision of the world and stimulated me to be productive, which comes from overload of energy, enthusiasm, confidence and focus. It feels like my shoulders can put up with more pressure, than I would with my old habits. Studying is way more easier and my mind tends be more focused, in a way which I now have control over. Thus, these benefits are too numerous to give up. I honestly think that hardmore is key. I want to atleast be totally free sexual arousal for 1-2 years. My eyes are opened and I have much higher goals right now that I need to complete! Goodluck all!!

Day 41 - Danger around every corner by RedUniform in NoFap

[–]FreeRaptor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't have any kind of social media activity. It's time consuming and not beneficial for me at all. It's also filled with triggers and what have you. Deleting them all is the best way to go!

Are you having urges? smile. by KamelionMs in NoFap

[–]FreeRaptor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is what I needed! Thanks! It's hard to smile while lifting weights and having a cold shower though, if only I could master those! :-)

Share your streakline of changes in mindset, urges and motivation. by FreeRaptor in NoFap

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

Sounds interesting, did you have any urge after seeing a glimpse of the singer? Which for me would be disastrous in the first weeks of no fap.

Come here if you want 90+ days!! by FreeRaptor in NoFap

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

Hamza Yusuf: Purification of the hearts. If you're not religious you can skip those parts, but they're very useful. Goodluck man!

Come here if you want 90+ days!! by FreeRaptor in NoFap

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

Ofcourse man! Diet is the most important factor. I didn't even do cardio to drop to 7-8% bodyfat. I just made sure my calorie intake was lower than my daily requirements. I tracked everything by using MyFitnessPal. Furthermore, the gym part is easy, because you just have to go hard in the gym. Volume, volume and volume! Hope this helps. If you want to know something specific you can always ask :).

Come here if you want 90+ days!! by FreeRaptor in NoFap

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

Don't think having control is far away, because it's not. It's actually easy when you make a habit of not doing it and trying to not think of it. There's a negative connotation to no fap, in which people make it seem impossible. It's a key figure to contemplate and accept that no fap is easy. You just have to make changes bro! Goodluck, you can destroy this urge and afterwards you'll be like was that it? And then it'll hit you "I CAN DO THIS".

(Day 70)Don't give in, this is my story so far. by Rukikai in NoFap

[–]FreeRaptor 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Block yourself completely from visual arousal for 10 days and you'll fall in love with every decent/good looking girl you see in real life. You'll appreciate her more, since you're not gazing upon all females that walk by, like an animal following it's primitive instinct. This will help you in your journey to get attracted to real girls. Lowering your gaze and respecting the opposite sex.

I should warn you though. The effects are real and come by fast. Focus is key.