addictionpornography
#RI-6a7aacb4·5 months ago·
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“quitting pornography”
What Actually Happened
I realized my addiction was just a band-aid, not a solution to my problems. I had to face my difficult emotions, which was harder than quitting the addiction itself.
What I wish I knew
"the actual work of recovery is just beginning"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"sit with your discomfort instead of trying to escape it"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
Advice for Someone Facing This
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addiction Category
34
addiction decisions logged. Avg regret 7.1/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
71%
of addiction decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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