Sex / Pornography Addiction Support Group
Sexual addiction, also sometimes called sexual compulsion, is a form of psychological addiction to sexual intercourse and other sexual behavior.
I have eight days of sexual sobriety. I'm just checking in (still not sure how to use this support group in the most effective way). Had some alone and unaccountable time today and found a number of triggers that messed with me and found myself contemplating going back to some destructive behaviors - mainly chat rooms. I noticed these triggers and desires - and gently turned away from them - but thought it would be good to simply check in here. To remember that I am on a road to health. I welcome any words of wisdom or any other practical help. I am interested in an on-line sponsor - but I'm not sure how to go about this, as this would need to be anonymous - and not through my email. But mostly I am simply writing this to celebrate eight days of sexual sobriety and my intention to stay on this road. Thanks for listening.
Good luck and stay strong.By 2 cents is to monitor your thoughts and not let it wander - observe and squash them as needed.
By "conquer" I mean treat. Each road to recovery is unique, but it also shares similarities. The way I found helps the best couldn't have come if I didn't honestly try to do new things with the willingness to understand it is ok if I do something that doesn't work. Doing things with good intentions that don't work are very valuable because they provide evidence for us to try something new.
You mentioned gentleness, and let me add that gentleness with no means to receive in return will go a long way in not being so selfish anymore.
Have a great day.
I agree with Believe, monitor your thoughts and if they do wander, get your mind back on track. I'm 23 days in, and keeping myself busy doing other, more productive, things helps me some.
Reach out if you ever need someone to talk to.