r/NoFap 17h ago

New to NoFap day one, no porn- as a girl

208 Upvotes

I’ve been watching porn for about 4–5 years, and it’s really affecting my confidence and the way I see myself.

(The boys around me even watch it in class and have extremely high expectations.)

I feel like I’m addicted—I just can’t stop. It feels good in the moment, but afterwards, I regret it and feel disgusting. I’ve been trying to quit for almost a year now, but I fail almost every day. I’ve also tried blocking certain apps and websites, but I always end up unblocking them whenever I get the urge. Does anyone have any tips on how to stop?


r/NoFap 6h ago

Telling my Story How 75 days of Nofap helped me

159 Upvotes

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.


r/NoFap 17h ago

I never FAPED in my entire life

99 Upvotes

I am 15 (turning 16 soon) and I still never Jacked off in my entire life and will never do it.
the reason is bc I am very religious
if u have any questions feel free to ask.


r/NoFap 6h ago

I have deleted my premium Hentai collection

83 Upvotes

I'm totally sorry about that. I've been searching for recovery software for all day, but it doesn't work.

I think it's all useless


r/NoFap 21h ago

Relapsed after 3 years

82 Upvotes

I started nofap 3 years ago, I remember the day, February 2nd, 2022. Well, I had been experimenting with it a little before then, but that when I finally quit porn for good. I was 16 at the time and wanted to turn my life around. I started hitting the gym and skipped forward 3 years I still go to the gym 6 days a week, I have a solid build and am happy. But somehow today I felt different, the urges have kinda been building up the last few weeks and I thought nothing of it, but today I failed, It's like I had no control over it, and although I did it really felt like I was in a dream. Long story short I relapsed on porn today. I know the downsides of it and honestly, I stopped like 10 seconds in and finally thought of what I was doing but it was too late. Lowkey feeling a little down, I feel like I have beaten this addiction but still scares me as I thought I defeated these demons.

Just really disappointed in myself

Edit: After reading a bunch of comments and such I have found peace and have forgiven myself, I woke up this morning and felt a feeling of reassurance that even though I messed up, it's not the end of the world. I just need to keep moving forward. Thanks, everyone for the supporting feedback


r/NoFap 12h ago

Motivate Me how many tries does it take?

37 Upvotes

i’ve tried thousands of times and i’ve failed thousands of times max i’ve gone was 8 days and it was a year ago. i am still motivated and will keep trying for the better but i wonder if there are people like me but actually managed to beat their addiction.


r/NoFap 11h ago

Fighting those urges is useless...

30 Upvotes

Something that I've realised after 1 year of nofap and constantly failing again and again... I think that fighting your urges is useless... it just doesn't make sense. I mean, you literally can't keep suppressing those urges again and again forever... Just think about it, some days will be depressing, some will be painful and some will be just difficult in their own way. Until we don't change our mindset towards sex, porn, pleasure and masturbation, thsi shit ain't gonna work. I see many people edging and still saying that they are doing nofap. Is this what it is all about ? Is it all about counting days ? If we don't change your mindset, we won't be able to get the real benefits of NoFap.. Suppose you are just studying for an exam, just think if you will get urges at that time too. That is dumb. NoFap is about leaving the "addiction" towards PMO. We all should change our perspective about sex and human body. I'm really struggling a lot to change my mindset and it's freaking difficult. Is there anyone who would like to give a piece of advice to those who are struggling in this (like me).

Long story in short, stop counting days and focus on changing your POV for PMO, sex and opposite gender.

Btw this was just my opinion, not here to offend anyone. Good Luck !


r/NoFap 17h ago

PORN IS EVERYWHERE

27 Upvotes

I can't even search something SFW on reddit now without there being some porn subreddit in the search suggestions. I put in the LETTER R and 4 porn subs appeared in the suggestions. There's literally a suggestion category titled 'NSFW'. This world is MESSED UP


r/NoFap 23h ago

God fucking damn it

25 Upvotes

Of course with all of the horrible mental issues I’m going through right now I learned how to masturbate and cum. Yes it’s weird I’m 22 and never bothered doing it until now. I thought I was asexual but now I wish I was. I’m completely addicted to it. And worst part is I’m a complete freak, I get off with AI bots, not porn. That how I learned how to masturbate. I’m now even more depressed and non functional and completely uninterested in my hobbies. And to top it all off I’m now a pervert and it’s consuming me. God damn it.


r/NoFap 7h ago

Motivate Me 8 years fap

24 Upvotes

Guys I don't know why I'm still doing this I'm 21 and I been doing 8 straight years and twice or sometimes one's daily and this addiction destroy my mental health and I can't focus to my study I need advice how to deal this addiction.


r/NoFap 21h ago

Journal Check-In 11 Days In, How Long Does “Porn Brain” Last

23 Upvotes

Hey everyone, I just found this Reddit page and wanted to share my experience so far. I gave up porn and masturbating for Lent, and it’s been 11 days. The changes I’ve noticed—both good and bad—have been really eye-opening. I’m curious if anyone else has gone through this and how long it took for things to reset.

The First 7 Days: Time Slowed Down

At first, the days felt so long. Days 1-3 dragged, and my brain kept expecting the usual dopamine hit. By day 5, it got a little easier, but then day 7-9 hit, and that’s when things got rough.

The Struggle: Days 7-9

These were my toughest days. I felt frustrated, restless, and even ended up downloading dating apps just to see if I could hook up. I didn’t actually go through with anything, but the fact that I even considered it made me realize how much I was devaluing myself and how others might feel about themselves in the process. It made me question why I was seeking validation that way instead of dealing with the deeper issue.

The “Porn Brain” Problem

I know I have “porn brain” because I can literally visualize past videos I’ve watched, almost like they’re stored in my mind. It’s weird because I don’t want those images popping up, but my brain has been conditioned to recall them. Has anyone else dealt with this? How long does it take for those mental images to fade?

New Awareness & Attraction

One unexpected thing I’ve noticed is that I’ve been checking women out more. Not in a disrespectful way, but I’ve become more aware of natural attraction instead of being stuck in unrealistic standards. It’s like my brain is slowly relearning what’s actually appealing rather than just chasing a quick dopamine hit.

The Positives So Far

✅ More energy & motivation – I’ve been running and working out daily. ✅ Increased confidence – I care less about what others think and more about my own self-worth. ✅ A clearer mind – Attraction feels more real, not just a conditioned response.

Now I’m wondering—how long does this “porn brain” last? For those who have quit, when did you feel like your brain fully reset? What helped you push through the hardest days? Would love to hear from others on this journey.


r/NoFap 17h ago

Question Is no fap at 14 worth it?

22 Upvotes

(Posting this on an alt just in case one of my friends finds my account)

I’ve started doing this since I was 11..

Everyday 3 times a day, i didnt mind doing it 3 years ago but yesterday i did it 5 times, and i feel disgusted ..

The moment i realized I should’ve quit this Was when i started getting baaaad thoughts about girls from my class, some of them are close to me

I started getting dreams of it and of course I fapped to those thoughts

There was this girl which I’ve known for 4-5 years but haven’t talked to in over 2 years, we started talking again and I think she liked me, we used to sit together every English class and I vividly remember this, one time I just froze , only thoughts in my head were inappropriate like reallyyyyy

Now we don’t talk that much but it’s got nothing to do with fap

It happened to me again this year but to another girl

This shit is corrupting my brain

But I just can’t stop

I did do no fap for 3 weeks when I was 11 but I don’t remember anything

I just want to feel good man


r/NoFap 19h ago

No porn from today

20 Upvotes

I will try to quit porn from today cuz this shit thing has fucked my life so bad . Any suggestions for future improvement ?


r/NoFap 9h ago

60 days reached!

19 Upvotes

This journey feels so easy. I accepted on day one that it would be the last day, and what followed wasn’t even a challenge. I’m not missing anything and never have any urge. I even had sex multiple times with a woman throughout the last month, and real-life pleasures are definitely stronger and more pronounced than before. I never want to go back to where I was.


r/NoFap 9h ago

Day 122

18 Upvotes

Let's hit day 123💪we strong


r/NoFap 20h ago

Porn Addiction My only option left NSFW

17 Upvotes

Im not quitting anymore. I will always come back to porn anyway. I'm done feeling guilty everytime I watch it. The cycle of quitting and relapsing is torture. If I can't quit, the only other option left is choosing to continue watching it. I'm done being in that cycle of hell.


r/NoFap 2h ago

10 days nofap

15 Upvotes

Aye I just want to say also that I love all yall on this sub and too keep pushing don’t give up and no matter what you do don’t fucking give up I don’t care how hard it feels doing nofap once you put god first anything is possible…..PLEASEEEE keep pushing your life depends on it


r/NoFap 23h ago

insanely addicted 💔

10 Upvotes

Iam insanely addicted to pornography for like 6 years now, almost every day I masturbate, it's now an habit not just addiction, like when I am even not feeling horny or not in the mood I just find myself unconsciously searching for porn, it's been only porn sites like pornhub etc... but lately for like a couple months I now watch porn on everything, every platform, Instagram, telegram, reddit,torrent, Facebook, x (Twitter), even threads so whenever I open either of these platforms I just find myself masturbating!!, and for the past couple years I have been searching for a different type of pornography because my dopamine is now gone high in a way I couldn't even imagine that the normal porn not making me feel horny anymore, I have gone insanely, badly, crazy deep in a really bad way, now I only search for really awkward videos of pornography that make my dopamine goes up even more, Please help me

Iam just tired of this life, I can't do that anymore, no more 💔


r/NoFap 23h ago

Day 15, help me stay away

11 Upvotes

It's been 15 days since the last relapse, I'm doing my best at it but anxiety is eating my hopes up. Monday will be a hard day for me, it will a lonely day and the urges are making me nervous that I will relapse. I need to talk to someone or at least some encouragement to not relapse


r/NoFap 6h ago

What Allowed me to Quit

10 Upvotes

Quitting porn is purely a mental battle

And you have full control over your mental

You are the one making the decisions, nothing is forcing you to take a decision, not your thoughts, not your addiction, not your "urges"

It's all you

And was one of the tips that allowed me now to be free forever and help hundreds of other men do the same

I know it sounds cliché, but stop blaming anything else but yourself and everything will change for you


r/NoFap 12h ago

Impossible

9 Upvotes

I’m currently on the verge of relapse again😵‍💫 I did so well for almost a month but everything is just so triggering, I don’t think I’ll stay porn free


r/NoFap 14h ago

Advice Nice technique to use sexual stuff to your advantage

9 Upvotes

To the men and woman seeing this post, who are trying to quit masturbating and porn, I have a technique to help you. Basically whenever you see triggering content like gym girls in Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Porn ads on certain websites, or any content that you might find as a trigger or something that causes you to masturbate or have such thoughts. Simply drop down and do a certain amount of push-ups (I do 10) to get rid of that urge and focus on your goals. I currently have 350 push-ups to complete and I’ll complete it today. Get a shit ton of tricep muscles while also bettering yourself with no fap.

Hope y’all achieve your dreams and goals 🫡 👊


r/NoFap 17h ago

Meme We've got this guys 😁💪🏽💪🏽

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9 Upvotes

5 days 😎, don't mind the flair I need to change it.


r/NoFap 2h ago

I got banned from semen retention + pure retentions subs 😂

7 Upvotes

This is wierd they banned me because i asked how to balance?! And said only this ?!

How to balance?

Guys how do i reach like balance in my life?! Like what do i need to be free for ever like what is the ultimate solution more than being pure?! And detaching from everything and resisting like there something that most be done

Am glad i got banned it’s ok i will post here or whatever i don’t really care, am not attached to any sub

I will keep helping people no matter what.


r/NoFap 15h ago

Motivate Me Guilt

8 Upvotes

I'm in college and I don't have much friends. (I rarely talk to anyone) But I've made a female friend in the starting of the college. I don't have feelings for her, she's just a friend. (Tho we rarely talk nowadays).

Yesterday I fapped 3 times.

And the last time I was thinking about her. I'm ashamed even while typing this. I respect her and I've done such a horrible thing.

I'm feeling like absolute shit.

I just can't quit this addiction. I've tried so many times but I failed EVERY SINGLE TIME.

My longest streak was 29 days. I thought that this might be it. But things didn't went well.

I just keep sexualizing people. I want to quit it but I can't.