I started watching porn when I was thirteen and I got so into it. I managed to go through high school, had good grades. College was great, did well.But all through that time, I was addicted to porn .
Then at age Twenty-two, I started masturbating. It felt really good the first time and I did it again and again and again. I’ve been trying to stop. And now, masturbation and porn are complementary. I cant do one without the other. I need help.
One day sober, I hope to stop.
Its my story.
Why would you think it’s a joke?
@Aceveteran,I hope you continue to stop. Great job on starting and getting through 1 day! I know it wasn’t easy,but it’s the beginning of taking control of your life instead of letting porn and masturbation rule. It’s not easy. We’re not easy to spot. These addictions can often be hidden well,like you getting through h.s. n college with good grades. Oftentimes for porn n masturbation addicts we seem pretty ‘normal’, but when it comes to relationships and\or sexuality,our minds are kinda messed up do to the habits we’ve gathered n the things we allow our eyes to see. This is a good place for addicts, regardless of your addiction you can get tips and start retraining your mind and body n everything
Started watching porn at 13 and only first masturbated at 22. Did i read that right? If so you should be proud of that insane 9 years of self control even a buddist monk would be proud of!
Thanks @Victorious its been very hard finding people to share this with. I’m really glad I found this community.
I know what you mean. Although many ppl have this problem,they aren’t really open about it,with few exceptions. But there are a few of us here,so you’re definitely not alone. And talking about it helps. Also gotta replace the porn n masturbation with other things. Get some hobbies,get back into old ones,work out. Exercising is a great help
@Victorious I felt good when I created this topic. Its the first time I have openly shared my struggle with porn and masturbation.
Thanks for the exercise tip, being doing weights for a couple of days now.
Day 2 and still ‘sober’. I know it’ll get to a point when the tension and pressure will be so intense that I’d just want to do it. This journey is going to be hard but I know I am going to stop this bad habit.
I think porn and a bunch of other bad habits are a easy way out to relieve anxiety and accumulated energy. The mind stirs up sexual energy to a large extent for sure, so if it has become too much, maybe drawing our attention away is a good start as well as discharging that energy some other way.
Kinda liberating to let it out,huh? Yeah, talking to strangers can be more helpful than talking to family and friends about our struggles. Plus talking about it in a place where ppl share the same struggles helps you know you’re not alone. N before you know it,you realize you’ve got a family network here.
You’re right, that time will come when you really wanna give in,but you gotta get out the house or get your hands busy,so that u don’t give in. Pick up the weights 
The iron never lies. Weights are good. And by the way, I’m one of the porn addicts in here, too. Just reset the meter a few times last week after a month clean. @Victorious is good folks, and there’s a number of us on here who share your issues. Let us know how we can help. Talking is the first best start.
Iggy, I’m sorry you reset. How are u doing now? Today was super hard for me. I’m trying to hold on strong.
Well, since my 4th reset was this morning, I’ve had better days. I’ve been so busy since then, though, it’s not been a problem. Hang in there, Vic, we can do this!
You’re right, we can do it. And if we fall, we just have to get back up again!!!
I reset today after almost 1 week. Porn, masturbation, sex and love addict here. I went on a binge yesterday and today I feel sooo discouraged. This is really hard.
Honestly, this to me is the the toughest thing I’ve tried to kick. Booze was much easier for me than this.
1 week clean and sober !
couldn’t agree more …suffered a lot with porn and masterbation…I am here to get rid of it just like u…best wishes…stay positive…
20 Days Sober !!! 
When I started, I thought I’d slip up by the second week. I am glad and grateful to God. I feel great. Avoided my triggers, being excersing and going out more. Life is great. 