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Im ashamed to say this, but i cant make it past a week without masturbating, like my mind is set for, yesterday i woke up, and i had dreams, of course you know there nature, and didnt even realize until i noticed the "mood" i was in yesterday, then i realized it had been a week since i masturbated, and i gave in yesterday, im ashamed to say that but i did, i dont know what to do...it seems like when i give in like that whats the point of trying to go another week, please any help or advice??
Posted on 11/04/09, 08:11 am
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Reply #1 - 11/04/09  4:43pm
" Well...
You can try finding things to distract you. Movies, books, friends? Try to avoid things that turn you on.

In my opinion though, masturbation is not the same as sex, so I don't belive you should feel ashamed. It's not like you're being sexually active with multiple people, right? "
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Reply #2 - 11/16/09  10:49pm
" Masturbation is healthy, releasing your sexual tensions is healthy and better then sex for the sake of sex, without love and caring.
You are alone by yourself, it's not a sin, you are being good to yourself and you feel so good after..I don't see any problem, plus no chance of an STD or unwanted pregnancy..you don't need a partner to have pleasure..JMHO "
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Reply #3 - 11/17/09  1:15am
" Dont feel bad. It can be a very healthy thing, its all in how you get there. If you have to watch porn or something like that, it can be harmful to yourself personaly. Everyone has needs that is just how we are, but its all in how you go about handling them. So, dont feel bad because you can't go for long periods without. "
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Reply #4 - 11/18/09  5:25pm
" I think our own values of right and wrong are personal and individual. I struggle with guilt about this sometimes myself. I guess my question is what is your motive for stopping? Is it because you feel out of control? I have not been, but I'm familiar with the 12 steps andt I'm sure sex addicts anonymous seems like an awesome program. "
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Reply #5 - 11/18/09  7:59pm
" There is nothing wrong with masturbating it is a natural response so, to be ashamed is ridiculous. You were made with natural desires so don't feel badly. "
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Reply #6 - 11/21/09  6:55pm
" I have to do it everyday man. You have nothing to be ashamed of. I have always had to release everyday, whether I am in a relationship or not. I agree with average girl. Masturbation with yourself and sex with someone else are two completely different things. Dont let the "good book" tell you that you are going to hell for wasting your seed. Those rules were written back when kings needed more serfs to tax, so they could become more wealthy. "

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