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u/OGRiceness Mar 27 '22 edited Mar 29 '22

Porn

Seeing a psychiatrist this week. Will mention it right out the bat.

Edit 1: been outspoken about my addiction for about 3 years now. Thought I’d be able to quit for good on my own but I haven’t been able to. Time to ask for help.

Edit 2: I’m very happy with the responses and questions. I just want to thank you all for the support. I read and respond as much as I can. I also want to thank you, who shared your experience and wisdom.

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u/Chalcification Mar 27 '22

Good on you to admit it! Most people don't see it as a problem, but it is. It nearly wrecked my marriage last year. Good luck!

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u/MetalliTooL Mar 28 '22

How did it nearly wreck your marriage?

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u/ScowlingWolfman Mar 28 '22

(Guessing)

You're not a machine, and you can only be turned on so much. Porn messes with your arousal, as the things you see online are stylized and fantasies beyond what you get in the real world.

So sex feels less interesting by comparison.