I am currently suffering from an addiction to masturbation, and I feel like I need help to make me stray away from all these kinds of thoughts.
I am currently suffering from an addiction to masturbation, and I feel like I need help to make me stray away from all these kinds of thoughts.
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It is good that you have been able to see masturbation as a problem and admitting that you are struggling with it is the first step to recovery. A lot of individual also battle this addiction; it is best to seek the help of a guidance counsellor if you feel you can no longer manage the situation alone or if you have chronic dependence on masturbation. They can assist you with guidance and tools to cope or overcome this addiction.
Another helpful approach for redirecting thoughts and energy is to spend time with close friends and family, reduce the time you spend alone. Good
social connection has been associated with better mental wellbeing, such as reducing your stress and giving you a greater sense of fulfillment and belonging. Activities such as, having deep conversations, or engaging in activities you enjoy, can strengthen you connection with others and provide you the support you need to help take you mind off masturbating during tough moments.
Identify situations or thing that trigger you into masturbating and try to avoid them; this will help you to be more aware of yourself and what triggers you. Be patient with yourself as recovery is a process that may take a while but with consistency and continues effort, you can significantly progress in your recovery.