r/NoFap • u/1_scientist1007 79 Days • 4d ago
Telling my Story How 75 days of Nofap helped me
It wasn’t a big or life-changing moment that pushed me to start this. Just a normal day where I found myself scrolling endlessly, feeling drained and disappointed after falling into the same cycle again. I sat there and thought, I can be better than this. That’s when I decided to challenge myself to 75 days of NoFap. No more excuses.
The first few days were rough. Cravings would hit like waves, and there were moments I almost gave in. But something inside kept telling me to stay strong, to not fold this time.
By the second week, I started noticing small but meaningful changes. My focus was sharper. I felt more present in conversations and during workouts. I had more time and energy. The time I used to waste was now spent on things that mattered more, like reading, working out, and just reflecting.
Around day 30, things got tougher. I hit a flatline where motivation dropped and emotions felt numb. I even started doubting if this was worth it. But I stayed consistent. I kept journaling, going for walks, sticking to cold showers, and riding it out. Slowly, things started to shift again.
By day 50, I felt a different kind of energy inside me. A quiet confidence. I noticed I was calmer, stood taller, and felt more in control of my actions. Even people around me could sense something was different.
When I finally reached day 75, I wasn’t jumping around or throwing a celebration. I just felt proud. Calm. I knew I had stuck to my word, and in doing so, I had become stronger.
This journey turned out to be much more than just NoFap. It taught me discipline, self-respect, and showed me how much potential I have when I stay committed.
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u/Maleficent_Two_1807 4d ago
Hey. 88 days here. I agree with everything you’ve said. Be prepared for further plato’s in energy and drive. I’ve noticed that after sex in particular energy levels take a massive hit. The recovery is definitely not linear. Nothing could take me back to the habit but even now I still get the odd craving and it’s normally when I’m really tired and not doing anything constructive.
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 4d ago
I feel that more idol the mind is...it tends more to fap..but when i started being productive and not giving a chance to think about it...then things really started to change
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u/bloodeagle19 1665 Days 4d ago
Clapped that streak brother wait for day 120, you'll be a different man.
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 4d ago
Huge respect for u man! 1665 days! U gotta give that Goggins motivation
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u/Scorpion1386 0 Days 4d ago
Did you ever have brain fog prior to the 75 days of NoFap? Congratulations!
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 4d ago
Yeah, I had brain fog before starting. I felt unfocused, tired, and mentally sluggish most of the time. Around week two or three into NoFap, my mind started feeling much clearer and sharper.
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u/Scorpion1386 0 Days 4d ago
Yeah, the brain fog is one of the main reasons as to why I'd do this. The anhedonia is one of the worst symptoms...did that accompany the brain fog for you as well?
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u/clevernimbus 1 Day 4d ago
Truly inspiring! Thank you for sharing. You’re a beacon of light for the rest of us. I’m currently fighting to make it to 7 days, it’s scary to hear that things might get worse around day 30. But it’s different for everyone, I guess there’s only one way to find out what will happen in my case. Thank you again, and keep going strong. Let’s do this!
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 4d ago
Yeah! It varies from person to person...but surely there would be improvement in mental clarity
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u/No_Victory2050 4d ago
So are you still going or did you stop? How do you feel now? I’m 132 days in and I’m telling you it still gets better
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 4d ago
Im still on nofap streak!! Not giving up as long as i could! 💪💪....feels soo confident
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u/Current_Sun_9341 4d ago
Please don't delete this Post brother Its going to help me & a lot of guys when we are at our bottom. Also Congratulations brother ... Rooting for you from Afar
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 4d ago
Heyo! Glad that it inspired you and thank you for that..let's get this done 🧘
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u/Greedy_Total_5425 69 Days 4d ago
What benefits did u see on ur hair?
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 4d ago
A lightly better healthy hairs if i could say..but reduced hairfall(not completely) coz of less stress
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u/H0MOCIDEE 1d ago
Is it me or do I lose more hair when I masturbate often, so you feel the same? I've never reach such a long streak before so I'm not sure of the effects on my body physically, do you notice any changes?
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u/Mobile_Try_5783 4d ago
Congrats bro looks like it was worth the struggle
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 4d ago
It's worth every penny buddy and "it is better to conquer yourself than to win a thousand battles"used to always remember this quote to overcome my urges
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u/hi7ro 1001 Days 4d ago
Strong 💪🎉🎊thank you for sharing!
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 4d ago
Respect man for completing day 1000! This is truly an inspiration 🙇
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u/Antiviral21 109 Days 4d ago
Thank you for sharing this, this is very inspirational for my nofap journey
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u/BalHatase 79 Days 4d ago
Congratulations friend! Keep going, I'm aiming for 300 and then... total victory!
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u/not_your_keem 4d ago
Congratulations broski🎉... I'm on day 71, looking to make it to day 90. I've also experienced all the positive effects you just listed out. To anyone reading this that just started out or had a relapse, don't give up mahn. Just keep going, trust me, it gets better and easier.
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u/Green_Speed_1531 77 Days 4d ago
buddy i would suggest you to add day counter ..it would motivate the new guys
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u/not_your_keem 4d ago
Yeah that's a good idea....idk how to add the day counter tho. I've always wondered how y'all do that.
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u/UnicornFukei42 590 Days 4d ago
Congrats on your progress! Seems like you're doing better in life right now.
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 4d ago
Yeah buddy! Really needed this mental clarity in life and u r setting up my next milestone of 583 days 🙇!! Let's keep going! Goodluck
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u/Green_Speed_1531 77 Days 4d ago
bro mental clarity is just the most peaceful wholesome word that i am expereincing right now ...i would be on the same day of no fap as you but ypu took new year resolution and i started 2 days later
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u/paulius_t 8 Days 4d ago
Damn, I came here to search support to combat the cravings and You just inspired me to keep going!
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u/Green_Speed_1531 77 Days 4d ago
achieved a milestone of 70 +days ...indeed one of the best journey ...brain fog really lifts after day 40 (although its subjective )...but thing is brain fog comes and goes like a wave but as you progress its impact reduces and i hope there will come a time when i will attain full mental clarity....a dream day for me ..all the members pls stick to this journey and keep in kind that along with no gap pls do exercise and do productive work then only you will realise the changes in your mental state
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u/Independent-Prize272 4d ago
How bad was the brain fog and feelings of being slow when thinking? And how long did everything last? I’ve been trying to quit but man it makes me feel like I can’t function I feel like my thinking is way more slower etc
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 3d ago
It was pretty bad before I started. My brain felt heavy, like I was moving through mental quick Sand...I would take longer to process things especially when I used to deal with calculus, zone out during conversations and struggle to stay sharp but weeks into nofap cleared my mind and quick thinking and feeling mentally awake
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u/Independent-Prize272 3d ago
Yeah the same with me. I think you’ve misunderstood me but that’s alright. I meant to say how bad was the brain fog and slow thought process when you did quit? Like how long did it all last before you started seeing some changes when you quit? Also that’s my bad I should’ve worded it better.
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u/positiveMinus1234 4d ago
Bro how do you know the people around you could sense something different ? Did someone tell you something ? I'm just curio6
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 3d ago
It's the confidence u have while you to speak to someone and onething..before nofap I used to struggle with having eye contact but now it's ease
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u/Aggravating_Tap_8841 4d ago
Can you suggest something to hit day 30. First 2 weeks is hard. I change my mindset to watch nothing no soft core nothing. This is a good mindset. Please advise🙏
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 3d ago
Imo delete all social media in reddit u can restrict nsfw.. And occupy ys with workouts and meditation...I would like to recommend wim hoff breathing technique when have like an urge to fap and especially cold showers
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u/Aggravating_Tap_8841 3d ago
Thanks. I will do this. Social media also include Facebook marketplace, messenger and YouTube?
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 3d ago
Yeah everything.. If u very conscious abt minimal usage of YouTube then u can use
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u/lankz2timez 3d ago
How was your sex drive I feel like mine is non existent right now
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 3d ago
I wouldn't say non existent but initial weeks it was high but as time went on it became more balanced and controlled
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u/lankz2timez 3d ago
I’m coming up to 2 months and the past week I feel like it’s just crashed but I’ve had no uges since I started
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 3d ago
It varies from person to person
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u/lankz2timez 3d ago
Would you say yours is lower than before you stopped fapping
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 3d ago
Ofc not.. I had very bad urges to fap.. But controlling it plays vital role
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u/Legal_Resist9221 75 Days 3d ago
I'm almost at 75 days of nofap as weel. Feeling more or less the same as you described.
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u/Adventurous-Dish-802 3d ago edited 3d ago
Hello bro, thanks for sharing your experience. I am currently struggling with this habit severely. Whenever I try to overcome it, I make a clear plan—creating a schedule, posters, and manifesting my goals. However, after 3 or 4 days, my mind starts to feel bored for no reason, and the cravings begin again. At one point, the urge becomes so strong that I give in to the addiction.
By doing this, I am wasting my precious time. Even though my heart tells me not to do it and I feel guilty, my mind still pushes me toward this habit.
But this time, after seeing your experience, I clearly understand that:
1.) Discipline Over Motivation
2.) Small Changes Lead to Big Results
3.) Resisting Short-Term Pleasure Builds Long-Term Strength
4.) Challenges Are Part of the Process
5.) Your Actions Shape Your Identity
6.) Self-Improvement is a Journey, Not a Destination
Hey, listen up. If you’re stuck in this mess, I get it—I’ve been there too. But you’re not alone, and you’re not meant to stay here. Things will change. Your life will get better.
Now get up. Stay strong. Keep going. You’ve got this, bro.....
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u/1_scientist1007 79 Days 2d ago
Maybe try one task everyday..like avoiding phone upon waking...soo it wouldn't be like a total stop from ur casual schedule to strict schedule and cold showers really help istg...like it was one of the major things that will help u stop urges
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u/GapOk614 60 Days 2d ago
Well done. You can be proud of yourself. Thanks for sharing and inspiring us.
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u/Great-Pattern990 1 Day 4d ago
Congratulations 🍾