Pornography - unable to reach your full potential

[Salino438]

Age 30s - More confidence & brain power, Clearer, Happier, Personality more exuberant, Perception of women changed

After 70 days I finally had sex with this really gorgeous girl. The proof is there! This ended a 10 month dry spell. And get this, even after that, I am still so tempted to relapse. I won’t because I’ve come so far. But the fact that the temptation is still there, is absolutely insane! [...]Read...

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[WayneBraaaah]

Best greetings to all of you, dear members of the Looksmax community.

Before you close this tab in your web browser immediately, please allow me a chance to explain what this thread is about.

I am well aware that there is already a lot of information on this topic on various internet forums, blogs and video platforms, but despite everything I would like to share knowledge, if permitted, so that other people do not make the same mistakes as I did.

For all those who don't have the time, desire and/or interest to read the message in its entirety (which I fully understand), I will highlight the most important words and phrases.

A few years ago, I became aware of a video on YouTube (to be exact, "The great porn experiment" by Gary Wilson at TED) that talked about the dangers of pornographic films and overstimulation associated with mental illness (mainly depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorder). Today there is a worldwide movement that is getting more attention every day.

Some of you may have already heard/read the term “NoFap”. A trend in which people consciously avoid self-pleasure and all pornographic content for several weeks, months, years or even for the rest of their lives.

There are countless positive as well as negative testimonials and experiments. Increased testosterone levels, dominant, likeable voice, full, strong hair, bright eyes (prominent limbal ring), charisma, attractive to the opposite sex, pleasant body odor (pheromones), more fun and joy in life, motivation, energy, and much more.

But as so often, there are two sides of the coin. For others, nothing has changed (a placebo effect at best), so who is telling the truth now?

Many people, especially in Western countries, have come into contact with sexual arousal as early as childhood and adolescence. In my generation there was no fast internet connection or smartphones, instead there were magazines with erotic content and nudity on some TV channels.

Especially during puberty it was completely normal (for us) to get to know your body. However, the problems started with the first computer. Adult movies were everywhere to watch/download (FTP, P2P, IRC).

Someone who regularly consumes pornography needs more and more "artificial" stimulation (more hardcore, perversion, abnormal and extreme material) after a short time, because the body's dopamine receptors are exhausted. In addition, you lose large amounts of zinc, minerals and other nutrients through multiple ejaculations. The hormone prolactin is also released, which negatively affects testosterone production.

If the neurotransmitters (GABA, adrenaline, dopamine, serotonin, acetylcholine) are depleted (and they will be, no doubt about it), undesirable effects will occur over time. To name a few examples that are common: mood swings, exhaustion, emptiness, nervousness, hair loss, unattractiveness, weakness, no motivation to meet the opposite sex, etc.

Unfortunately, this industry will never go away, because the operators behind such websites earn several millions every year and enjoy their lives in the most beautiful places. It's no secret that major providers of sports betting, casino games, adult entertainment, pornography (and more) are based in countries like Cyprus or Malta. Perfect places for corruption, anonymity and money laundering.

As these people explore the beauty of this world, much of the working-class population becomes dependent and sick.

"We know what they want. They want more for themselves and less for everybody else." - George Carlin

Thank you very much for reading my message.

I would be really happy to read answers how you feel about this topic. Have you already had your own experiences and if so, what were the results?

God bless.

the only long term escape from that is hot GF. That simple. Then you really can quit that shit.
Otherwise nowadays what is displayed on mainstream media borders with softcore porn

 

[Salino438]

Age 24 – 6 months: Greater confidence, motivation, clarity of mind, and emotional wealth - Your Brain On Porn

As of today, I have been on NoFap for exactly half a year. I’ve had high highs and very low lows throughout this time, but regardless of how hopeless and helpless I have felt, I continued to do this, and I continue to lengthen my list of reasons to. Below is that list. Clarity of

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[Salino438]

I’ve become the guy I used to be – An extrovert - Your Brain On Porn

So I made it 90 days now. Ive changed so much as a person. Ive become the guy I used to be a few years ago. I've noticed Ive become the more extroverted me. Im energetic, and people laugh at my jokes (and jokes I dont intend on making) and Im also awesome with women

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Brain fog disappeared, far more social, more comfortable around girls - Your Brain On Porn

Through trial and error I can now proudly say that I am one of those that have completed three months. Three months that has been a rollercoaster ride for first two months and the last month has been a blast. Porn has also no longer been a part of me in 6 months and before

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[Salino438]

Age 25 – PIED, 2-year flatline, I am more masculine, sexually confident and sexually abundant - Your Brain On Porn

I was heavily addicted to porn at the age of 11, explored everything since then, and I started to become insensitive to porn and an actual sex. I saw many failed attempts to erect my penis with few of the partners I have met during college, and I saw this as a serious problem. At

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Age 24 – Far more confident in my social interactions, More focused & taking my studies more seriously, Overall I just feel more alive - Your Brain On Porn

Feels really good to know that Porn is no longer in my life. One of the best decisions you can make to improve your overall well-being is kicking a porn habit and never looking back. It's like taking back a huge chunk of your life that had been stolen from you. Since dropping porn I've

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[Roge]

Mirin dedication bro, almost 2 years from thread start and you are still contributing to it. Can I pm you?

 

[Roge]

Mirin dedication bro, almost 2 years from thread start and you are still contributing to it. Can I pm you?

brutal no reply for greycel pill

 

[Salino438]

Mirin dedication bro, almost 2 years from thread start and you are still contributing to it. Can I pm you?

brutal no reply for greycel pill

Good evening, dear Roge.

Yes, of course you can write me a private message if you have any questions.

I sincerely apologize for my late reply. The delay was due to the Christmas season and not because of you or the fact that your internet pseudonym is shown in a gray color.

Ideally, you should use this website to learn new information and knowledge so that you can then apply this in a positive way in real life (physical appearance, career, social skills and relationships, new friendships, etc.).

Please understand that no one cares how many comments someone has written or what color a pseudonym appears.

This is not intended to be an insult or criticism of you, please do not misunderstand. I just felt it was important to mention that.

 

[Salino438]

Age 27 - Anxiety way down, more magnetic, effortless conversation

I’m 27 years old, started masturbating when I was 12. I have all the superpower’s people claim and I expect to have them with the hard work I’ve put in: -More energy, magnetic attraction, effortless conversation, confidence -avoid conflict but still remain alpha -focused, losing sports don’t...

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Pre-med student - 65 days: much more courageous in social situations, mentally stronger

Day 55 Some thoughts on the rebooting process so far - Exercise helps. A lot. Not only does exercising help to stabilize your mood and anxiety, but it also releases endorphins so as to give you a positive attitude. [...]Read More... from Pre-med student – 65 days: much more courageous in...

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[autistic_tendencies]

Age 27 - Anxiety way down, more magnetic, effortless conversation

I’m 27 years old, started masturbating when I was 12. I have all the superpower’s people claim and I expect to have them with the hard work I’ve put in: -More energy, magnetic attraction, effortless conversation, confidence -avoid conflict but still remain alpha -focused, losing sports don’t...

www.yourbrainonporn.com

Pre-med student - 65 days: much more courageous in social situations, mentally stronger

Day 55 Some thoughts on the rebooting process so far - Exercise helps. A lot. Not only does exercising help to stabilize your mood and anxiety, but it also releases endorphins so as to give you a positive attitude. [...]Read More... from Pre-med student – 65 days: much more courageous in...

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Biased .
These guys would have roped long time ago if not for porn

 

[Salino438]

Age 26 - PIED cured: Continued to orgasm. Also - More confident, outspoken & charismatic

I am a 26-year-old man and have struggled with ED for my entire life. I have never been a promiscuous type, so I knew “nerves” weren’t my problem, but I never knew what was wrong with me. I used to cling to relationships with terrible girls [partially] because of the fear and anxiety brought on...

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Age 19 - Greater dedication. Greater charisma and enthusiasm for life. Eye contact is great. Even when I'm at my lowest, I still feel like a champion.

What’s up guys! Got on this morning like normal and realized I’m on my 60th day!! by the end of today, if I don’t relapse of course (1 day at a time), I’ll have hit two months not just without porn (Been a little over two months without that) but no masturbating! Literally never thought...

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[Salino438]

Age 24 - Increased energy, self-awareness, work ethic, productivity. Dramatically increased personal magnetism/confidence. Calmer.

BENEFITS Increased awareness Increased energy. Being able to look people in the eye. Dramatically increased personal magnetism/attraction. (It will be remarkably strong for 2 straight weeks, then it will take 3-5 days off. After those 3-5 days of nothing, suddenly it’s back, stronger than ever)...

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Age 18 – A great boost of confidence, self-esteem and much, much more

Before Nofap, I was miserable. I was PMOing like 2 times a day (which was crazy and gross when I’m thinking about it). My confidence and self-esteem was shit. I had social anxiety, I was unmotivated to do stuff and I never even had a GF. I started PMOing when I was probably 12-13 years [...]Read...

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[saafiir fan]

Bad thread, porn is ok in moderation ie couple times a month max

Also if don't you watch porn / have sex after a period of time you will turn gay or weird and worst case end up on a register.

 

[mike21]

Water

 

[Salino438]

Age 21 - Recovering from intrusive fetish, feeling butterflies about real people, got my laugh back, no more panic attacks

Hey so tomorrow is 70 days for me and I’m so so so proud of myself I am recovering from a very intrusive fetish and can officially say that I think about 85% less than I did before about it. I also get butterflies when I see people that I wouldn’t normally have been into [...]Read More... from...

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PIED healed - 12 years of porn, 10 years of death-grip and really nasty fetishes

I have just found this forum from YBOP, and wanted to check in and add to the endless success stories no fappers all around the world have. And I myself think I am one of the mildly extreme cases. So here it is. I was acquainted with masturbation and porn when I was around 11-12 [...]Read...

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[BrahminBoss]

Porn cured my depression