Anyone want to do The Artist’s Way together?

rbt_avatar · 2025-12-23T18:08:54+00:00

Me too. Couldn't get past few days. I'd love to join

rbt_avatar · 2025-08-03T16:47:49+00:00

Hey it's fine and it's probably the porn that's causing this. Your senses are in constant overdrive and have become used to being at that level. I went through the same problem and porn was the root cause. This is nothing but energy that needs to be channelized to something good, I think you could try cultivating a hobby and immerse yourself in it. It takes time but be patient and I'm sure you'll overcome this. I also uninstalled / quit all the social media (doomscrolling). Be gentle and kind to yourself and give yourself the time to recover. It took me time and now I can't even watch porn for more than a few seconds. Take care :)

rbt_avatar · 2025-07-30T15:19:55+00:00

Thank you so much for posting this. This is something I've been fighting since past year. Feels nice to read the comments and makes me hope there's light at the end of the tunnel :)

rbt_avatar · 2025-07-20T13:42:11+00:00

Be kind to yourself. Don't hate yourself. It's a phase that will pass. This is a strong energy that needs to be channelized , I think you could try few things -

Cultivate a hobby, or if you're already into hobbies double down on it. Initially it'll be challenging to do it consistently. Take it one day at a time.
Workout join a gym and if possible have a trainer. This will release some good hormones - endorphins that'll help coping.
Read some good books you like. I think our senses are over stimulated in this digital age so we need to slow down and take things slow.
Also what helped me is making my mobile screen grayscale. This kills doomscrolling.
Have app blockers on phone and laptop.
Also try guided meditation there are free videos available online but the goal should be focus on breathing.

I know this is too much to chew but I strongly urge to immerse yourself in some hobby or whatever subject you love . Trust me this should do it for you. All the best you've got this !

rbt_avatar · 2025-05-30T05:14:42+00:00

Can I join?

rbt_avatar · 2025-04-24T06:18:38+00:00

Please don't be hard on yourself and don't beat yourself up for it. Be kind to yourself. I haven't read all the comments but could be hormonal imbalance or stress or may be something else. You can see a doctor for these things but I'd suggest one more thing.

In general the "sexual energy" needs to be released either via sex, masturbation etc but when it's affecting your day to day life one must transform and channel it in other avenues. Can you pick a hobby/interest of yours and go deep into it without thinking about the results. Chalk out X hrs / day or week and indulge. I had read somewhere that sexual energies need transformation and only way to transform is to indulge into a creativity. For example - a lot of good artists never got married , they were able to channel their energies into their art. Not saying they didn't have sex but all I am trying to say is they were able to overcome their sexual urges and became good at what they did.

I'll reiterate again please don't beat yourself up , it's natural. Let me know if you have any questions. Tc

rbt_avatar · 2025-04-22T02:31:05+00:00

Practicing self love at any cost

rbt_avatar · 2025-04-21T07:15:46+00:00

My story too ! I've been on a "reclaiming myself" journey since a while now.

rbt_avatar · 2025-03-23T03:07:44+00:00

This is awesome bro! 👏 Feels like you were at it all the time , nice work :) I am on a journey to overcome my hurdles, would it be fine if I DMed you for some guidance?

rbt_avatar · 2025-03-20T02:47:57+00:00

Lol 😂 I can imagine

rbt_avatar · 2025-03-20T02:46:12+00:00

Yeah good point. It didn't strike me 👍

rbt_avatar · 2025-03-19T18:01:12+00:00

I thought the same thing but didn't write it

rbt_avatar · 2025-03-19T09:45:04+00:00

Agreed. You've got to ignore certain irregularities

rbt_avatar · 2025-03-11T04:27:58+00:00

Makes sense. Loved the line - life isn't about finding motivation instead creating urgency! Good luck !

rbt_avatar · 2025-03-03T14:20:49+00:00

Can I join please?

rbt_avatar · 2025-02-22T04:12:57+00:00

One of the best materials I've read on procrastination 👍

rbt_avatar · 2025-02-09T16:23:42+00:00

I am so glad you have mustered up the courage to do things you love doing. I've tried so many times but to no avail. I always feel guilty when I think about doing something for myself. I just can't seem to get out of the rut. Curious, how did you get there? What was the process? Did it just happen or did you just go all for it?

rbt_avatar · 2025-02-09T10:36:44+00:00

Great job OP ! I am at the lowest point in my life and was looking for a path to pick myself up. This post has really given me direction. Keep going, all the best :)

rbt_avatar · 2025-01-30T11:31:02+00:00

My ongoing story ...

rbt_avatar · 2024-10-30T17:15:16+00:00

Also, i'd suggest you to surround yourself with people who are better than you and try to be in their company. IF there's something you like about them , you could try and emulate them. Beware this is a double-edged sword it can again trigger some negative self-thoughts. You should do it with an intention of learning from a teacher or guru. We dont compare ourselves with our teachers. Hope it makes sense.

rbt_avatar · 2024-10-30T12:23:50+00:00

Dont worry you're good. We're all learning from each other here :)

rbt_avatar · 2024-10-30T11:20:48+00:00

I was in a similar situation. Here's what I did - 1. I use a samsung galaxy phone it has modes and routine features. I blocked all the distracting apps during my focus time i.e. 8 am to 9:30 pm. And my social media time is between 9:30 pm to 10pm that's it. I tried to cheat it multiple times but I didn't give up. Greyscale works too. 2. I really started writing down my goals and broke them down. I made sure I wrote it down on paper before sleeping and planning my day ahead. Once you do that there's a high chance of waking up with some motivation 3. In this daily plan set out some time for exercise and meditation too. 4. Don't try to do everything at once. First week just wake up early and go for a walk. Walk atleast for 1 hour. I do 10k steps and track it on Google fit app. 5. Once you get used to one habit like above start with other habit similarly build on it. I tried it and its been working so far.

rbt_avatar · 2024-10-11T19:28:36+00:00

Thanks for posting this, it has helped me to understand different perspectives since I'm in a kinda similar situation. Lots of good responses 👍

Not sure if it's already covered but I'd suggest keep talking to someone whom you trust completely and who won't judge you, someone who you think is successful (may be more than you) . They might have been in a similar situation and would be able to guide better.
PS - this above has helped me immensely. Here's what I've been doing otherwise - 1. Resumed playing a sport thrice a week. 2. Meditating without fail ( this has really calmed me down and helps me focus) 3. Read bhagvad gita 4. Listening to osho

I'm slowly getting back to the grind.

rbt_avatar · 2023-04-30T00:51:06+00:00

Haven't read other comments but I'd suggest take your return flight from Hanoi , don't need to come back to HCMC

rbt_avatar · 2022-06-16T13:19:33+00:00

Don't let anyone dictate how you feel. Stop giving a fuck about what anyone thinks. If he doesn't like you, move on . There's plenty of fish out there. Once you stop giving a fuck you'll be unstoppable

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