Wrote something this morning that I think hits close to home for most of you. Your brain is running programs you didn't choose. And by the time you notice, you've already acted. I break down where they come from, what they cost you, and what actually works to get back in control. Read it: https://substack.com/home/post/p-196294386 Watch it: https://youtu.be/EclIdUO7whk

Hi! Arkadipta here from India. I got this addiction when I was about 17 years old, realized how much damage it was doing to me physically and mentally about 4 years ago thats when I stumbled upon NoFap. Tried several methods suggested by the NoFap community but with no luck, I always relapsed. The longest streak I went was 6 months, which was about 2 years ago, but then fell back into it and from then on kept relapsing every week, sometimes I feel like this horrible addiction has got this power over me which disgusts me from the inside. It feels like compulsion now. Right now, I've started Dan's method of overcoming this, I think its a better way of tackling this and retraining the brain. Stay strong brothers!

I spiraled for awhile after breaking my 34 day streak. Looking to start this month off with pure intentions and to eliminate all forms of lust. Hope all is well with the fellas

Chances are that you're going to the gym. And if you go to the gym, then it's pretty common to have a favorite workout routine (chestday), and have a least favorite one (probably legday). We make these routines to systematically work towards a goal. In this case, it's better health, better strength, better muscular looks, and so on. For the longest time, I used to be a bodybuilder. I was actually a sponsored athlete and would work out every single day for many years straight. Back in those days, I didn't care much about anything else. He was lifting, gaming, school somewhat, and then PMO. I cared for the latter one way more than I should. In my now older years I care for more things. Wisdom. Endurance. Mental resilience. Emotional control. Specifically, to be able to respond instead of react in different situations. One action that has led me to develop these fields and much more is the practice of meditation. You can see meditation as a workout for your brain. Specifically areas like the prefrontal cortex, which governs impulse control, emotional regulation, and decision making. Just like consistent training builds muscle thickness over time, consistent meditation has been shown to LITERALLY increase cortical thickness in this region. If you are going to take one piece of advice from me. It is to add working out your brain to your workout routine. It literally takes 10 minutes a day. can be more, can be less. It is very simple to do. Sit down in a comfortable position with an upright back. Close your eyes and focus on your breath. When you notice that your mind has drifted off alongside the thoughts that present themselves, don't try to force it away. Don't try to not think (that's not possible). Rather, just recognize that you have drifted away and return your focus to the breath. Even if it's just for a second before it drifts off again, keep returning your focus to the breath. That are the reps that helps you grow.

Just posted a new video. This one's about what I do when I hit a wall and don't feel like doing anything at all. If you've been in a low state lately, this one's for you.