Pornography - unable to reach your full potential

[Salino438]

Age 30s - More confidence & brain power, Clearer, Happier, Personality more exuberant, Perception of women changed

After 70 days I finally had sex with this really gorgeous girl. The proof is there! This ended a 10 month dry spell. And get this, even after that, I am still so tempted to relapse. I won’t because I’ve come so far. But the fact that the temptation is still there, is absolutely insane! [...]Read...

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[WayneBraaaah]

Best greetings to all of you, dear members of the Looksmax community.

Before you close this tab in your web browser immediately, please allow me a chance to explain what this thread is about.

I am well aware that there is already a lot of information on this topic on various internet forums, blogs and video platforms, but despite everything I would like to share knowledge, if permitted, so that other people do not make the same mistakes as I did.

For all those who don't have the time, desire and/or interest to read the message in its entirety (which I fully understand), I will highlight the most important words and phrases.

A few years ago, I became aware of a video on YouTube (to be exact, "The great porn experiment" by Gary Wilson at TED) that talked about the dangers of pornographic films and overstimulation associated with mental illness (mainly depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and obsessive-compulsive disorder). Today there is a worldwide movement that is getting more attention every day.

Some of you may have already heard/read the term “NoFap”. A trend in which people consciously avoid self-pleasure and all pornographic content for several weeks, months, years or even for the rest of their lives.

There are countless positive as well as negative testimonials and experiments. Increased testosterone levels, dominant, likeable voice, full, strong hair, bright eyes (prominent limbal ring), charisma, attractive to the opposite sex, pleasant body odor (pheromones), more fun and joy in life, motivation, energy, and much more.

But as so often, there are two sides of the coin. For others, nothing has changed (a placebo effect at best), so who is telling the truth now?

Many people, especially in Western countries, have come into contact with sexual arousal as early as childhood and adolescence. In my generation there was no fast internet connection or smartphones, instead there were magazines with erotic content and nudity on some TV channels.

Especially during puberty it was completely normal (for us) to get to know your body. However, the problems started with the first computer. Adult movies were everywhere to watch/download (FTP, P2P, IRC).

Someone who regularly consumes pornography needs more and more "artificial" stimulation (more hardcore, perversion, abnormal and extreme material) after a short time, because the body's dopamine receptors are exhausted. In addition, you lose large amounts of zinc, minerals and other nutrients through multiple ejaculations. The hormone prolactin is also released, which negatively affects testosterone production.

If the neurotransmitters (GABA, adrenaline, dopamine, serotonin, acetylcholine) are depleted (and they will be, no doubt about it), undesirable effects will occur over time. To name a few examples that are common: mood swings, exhaustion, emptiness, nervousness, hair loss, unattractiveness, weakness, no motivation to meet the opposite sex, etc.

Unfortunately, this industry will never go away, because the operators behind such websites earn several millions every year and enjoy their lives in the most beautiful places. It's no secret that major providers of sports betting, casino games, adult entertainment, pornography (and more) are based in countries like Cyprus or Malta. Perfect places for corruption, anonymity and money laundering.

As these people explore the beauty of this world, much of the working-class population becomes dependent and sick.

"We know what they want. They want more for themselves and less for everybody else." - George Carlin

Thank you very much for reading my message.

I would be really happy to read answers how you feel about this topic. Have you already had your own experiences and if so, what were the results?

God bless.

the only long term escape from that is hot GF. That simple. Then you really can quit that shit.
Otherwise nowadays what is displayed on mainstream media borders with softcore porn

 

[Salino438]

Age 24 – 6 months: Greater confidence, motivation, clarity of mind, and emotional wealth - Your Brain On Porn

As of today, I have been on NoFap for exactly half a year. I’ve had high highs and very low lows throughout this time, but regardless of how hopeless and helpless I have felt, I continued to do this, and I continue to lengthen my list of reasons to. Below is that list. Clarity of

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[Salino438]

I’ve become the guy I used to be – An extrovert - Your Brain On Porn

So I made it 90 days now. Ive changed so much as a person. Ive become the guy I used to be a few years ago. I've noticed Ive become the more extroverted me. Im energetic, and people laugh at my jokes (and jokes I dont intend on making) and Im also awesome with women

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Brain fog disappeared, far more social, more comfortable around girls - Your Brain On Porn

Through trial and error I can now proudly say that I am one of those that have completed three months. Three months that has been a rollercoaster ride for first two months and the last month has been a blast. Porn has also no longer been a part of me in 6 months and before

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[Salino438]

Age 25 – PIED, 2-year flatline, I am more masculine, sexually confident and sexually abundant - Your Brain On Porn

I was heavily addicted to porn at the age of 11, explored everything since then, and I started to become insensitive to porn and an actual sex. I saw many failed attempts to erect my penis with few of the partners I have met during college, and I saw this as a serious problem. At

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Age 24 – Far more confident in my social interactions, More focused & taking my studies more seriously, Overall I just feel more alive - Your Brain On Porn

Feels really good to know that Porn is no longer in my life. One of the best decisions you can make to improve your overall well-being is kicking a porn habit and never looking back. It's like taking back a huge chunk of your life that had been stolen from you. Since dropping porn I've

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[Roge]

Mirin dedication bro, almost 2 years from thread start and you are still contributing to it. Can I pm you?

 

[Roge]

Mirin dedication bro, almost 2 years from thread start and you are still contributing to it. Can I pm you?

brutal no reply for greycel pill

 

[Salino438]

Mirin dedication bro, almost 2 years from thread start and you are still contributing to it. Can I pm you?

brutal no reply for greycel pill

Good evening, dear Roge.

Yes, of course you can write me a private message if you have any questions.

I sincerely apologize for my late reply. The delay was due to the Christmas season and not because of you or the fact that your internet pseudonym is shown in a gray color.

Ideally, you should use this website to learn new information and knowledge so that you can then apply this in a positive way in real life (physical appearance, career, social skills and relationships, new friendships, etc.).

Please understand that no one cares how many comments someone has written or what color a pseudonym appears.

This is not intended to be an insult or criticism of you, please do not misunderstand. I just felt it was important to mention that.

 

[Salino438]

Age 27 - Anxiety way down, more magnetic, effortless conversation

I’m 27 years old, started masturbating when I was 12. I have all the superpower’s people claim and I expect to have them with the hard work I’ve put in: -More energy, magnetic attraction, effortless conversation, confidence -avoid conflict but still remain alpha -focused, losing sports don’t...

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Pre-med student - 65 days: much more courageous in social situations, mentally stronger

Day 55 Some thoughts on the rebooting process so far - Exercise helps. A lot. Not only does exercising help to stabilize your mood and anxiety, but it also releases endorphins so as to give you a positive attitude. [...]Read More... from Pre-med student – 65 days: much more courageous in...

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[autistic_tendencies]

Age 27 - Anxiety way down, more magnetic, effortless conversation

I’m 27 years old, started masturbating when I was 12. I have all the superpower’s people claim and I expect to have them with the hard work I’ve put in: -More energy, magnetic attraction, effortless conversation, confidence -avoid conflict but still remain alpha -focused, losing sports don’t...

www.yourbrainonporn.com

Pre-med student - 65 days: much more courageous in social situations, mentally stronger

Day 55 Some thoughts on the rebooting process so far - Exercise helps. A lot. Not only does exercising help to stabilize your mood and anxiety, but it also releases endorphins so as to give you a positive attitude. [...]Read More... from Pre-med student – 65 days: much more courageous in...

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Biased .
These guys would have roped long time ago if not for porn

 

[Salino438]

Age 26 - PIED cured: Continued to orgasm. Also - More confident, outspoken & charismatic

I am a 26-year-old man and have struggled with ED for my entire life. I have never been a promiscuous type, so I knew “nerves” weren’t my problem, but I never knew what was wrong with me. I used to cling to relationships with terrible girls [partially] because of the fear and anxiety brought on...

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Age 19 - Greater dedication. Greater charisma and enthusiasm for life. Eye contact is great. Even when I'm at my lowest, I still feel like a champion.

What’s up guys! Got on this morning like normal and realized I’m on my 60th day!! by the end of today, if I don’t relapse of course (1 day at a time), I’ll have hit two months not just without porn (Been a little over two months without that) but no masturbating! Literally never thought...

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[Salino438]

Age 24 - Increased energy, self-awareness, work ethic, productivity. Dramatically increased personal magnetism/confidence. Calmer.

BENEFITS Increased awareness Increased energy. Being able to look people in the eye. Dramatically increased personal magnetism/attraction. (It will be remarkably strong for 2 straight weeks, then it will take 3-5 days off. After those 3-5 days of nothing, suddenly it’s back, stronger than ever)...

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Age 18 – A great boost of confidence, self-esteem and much, much more

Before Nofap, I was miserable. I was PMOing like 2 times a day (which was crazy and gross when I’m thinking about it). My confidence and self-esteem was shit. I had social anxiety, I was unmotivated to do stuff and I never even had a GF. I started PMOing when I was probably 12-13 years [...]Read...

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[saafiir fan]

Bad thread, porn is ok in moderation ie couple times a month max

Also if don't you watch porn / have sex after a period of time you will turn gay or weird and worst case end up on a register.

 

[mike21]

Water

 

[Salino438]

Age 21 - Recovering from intrusive fetish, feeling butterflies about real people, got my laugh back, no more panic attacks

Hey so tomorrow is 70 days for me and I’m so so so proud of myself I am recovering from a very intrusive fetish and can officially say that I think about 85% less than I did before about it. I also get butterflies when I see people that I wouldn’t normally have been into [...]Read More... from...

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PIED healed - 12 years of porn, 10 years of death-grip and really nasty fetishes

I have just found this forum from YBOP, and wanted to check in and add to the endless success stories no fappers all around the world have. And I myself think I am one of the mildly extreme cases. So here it is. I was acquainted with masturbation and porn when I was around 11-12 [...]Read...

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[Deleted member 23558]

Porn cured my depression

 

[Salino438]

PIED cured, More confident, Appreciate my woman more, Physically healthier, Greater eye contact

Hi, I’ve been following this forum for quite some time reading and educating myself from other people’s experiences, to be honest after I gave up porn, I found myself here every day reading and motivating myself… so here we are in my 5th month about to enter my 6th! I was previously a 10-year...

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90 days - I don’t feel dead inside anymore. I can reconnect with the ocean of emotions inside me.

–If you have any questions, feel free to ask I’ll answer them all — I have been practicing No Fap for more than a year. My last longest streak was about 70 days, then I relapsed and took a month or two before I could get back on track. Changes I have noticed: Motivation to [...]Read More... from...

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[Salino438]

Bad thread, porn is ok in moderation ie couple times a month max

Also if don't you watch porn / have sex after a period of time you will turn gay or weird and worst case end up on a register.

Admittedly, suppressing sexuality for a long period of time (several months or even years) is not healthy. Self-pleasure is a natural part of being human as long as it is not done excessively.

The problem with pornographic content is that it is often very addictive, at least for the majority of people. After a certain period of time, it becomes a habit. Relatively few can reduce or limit their consumption.

Those who watch such films a lot and often have by far the most fetishes, without a doubt.

It has also already been proven that pornography damages the dopamine reward system and impulse control in a short period of time.

I created this thread primarily to talk to the community about this topic, to exchange ideas and to read other opinions.

Life would be extremely boring and dull if everyone were the same and had the same opinion, so thank you very much for your honest message.

 

[Salino438]

250 DAYS - I have now successfully ‘rewired my brain’: totally cured of the impulse to PMO

This is my first post and I thought it would be fitting to write something today on day 250. I remember becoming curious as to whether fapping was something that was holding me back in life – it certainly seemed to drain me of my motivation to do things. I noticed this particularly at exam...

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[Salino438]

The components of the adolescent brain and its unique sensitivity to sexually explicit material (2019)

Link to abstract – J Adolesc. 2019 Feb 9;72:10-13. doi: 10.1016/j.adolescence.2019.01.006. Brown JA1, Wisco JJ2. Abstract INTRODUCTION: The focus of this brief literature review is to explore whether there is a relationship between the unique anatomical and physiological paradigms of the...

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[Salino438]

Productive, creative, peaceful, organized, fewer mood swings, more sensitivity

I was first introduced to Porn by bad friends when I was 10 years old, days passed and I have never thought that watching Porn would impact my life this badly, maybe because I didn’t have the awareness to know the truth about this industry, or maybe I rejected the idea that porn might actually...

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Age 21 - High Confidence, High Motivation, Less social anxiety, Increase sensitivity, Clarity of mind, Reduce depression, High self control

I am 21 years old. So I completed 180 days On hardmode challenge. I faced a lot of ups and down in this journey. So here is some benefits which I feel right now. ■High Confidence ■High Motivation ■Brighter eyes ■Thick hair ■Less social anxiety ■Better Stamina ■Glowing Skin ■Increase sensitivity...

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[Salino438]

No longer socially awkward, more confident & articulate, greater concentration

I am now confident i will not relapse again, except for a few days of wet dreams, which don’t count as a relapse anyway.. I am now 100% sure i have beaten the habit.. however I must remain cautious.. Here are a few of the changes to my life 1) I am more conscious of [...]Read More... from No...

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Age 20 - I thought I would be socially awkward forever

I haven’t masturbated or watched pornography for about two months now. I have never experienced such a sudden and positive change in my entire life. Porn and jerking off is bad. It saps your energy. It makes you awkward, withdrawn, and unambitious. Since I quit, within 1 month I was dating a...

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[Sixxstar]

I know exactly what you mean bhai though the reality is that sunnis also have their version of that.. It used to be the only reason I disliked shia islam until I found out sunni islam has the same concept and I was like

Are you talking about mutah? What version do sunnis have of 24 hour marriage

 

[Gengar]

Are you talking about mutah? What version do sunnis have of 24 hour marriage

Mut’ah is a temporary marriage, not sure if it’s supposed to be exactly 24 hours but Sunnis have misyar marriages which are also temporary marriages.

 

[Sixxstar]

Mut’ah is a temporary marriage, not sure if it’s supposed to be exactly 24 hours but Sunnis have misyar marriages which are also temporary marriages.

Bro what? misyar is permanent and it means a marriage that has certain conditions for example the couple might not live together or they might have a financial support guarantee

 

[Gengar]

Bro what? misyar is permanent and it means a marriage that has certain conditions for example the couple might not live together or they might have a financial support guarantee

Joever for me. I could have sworn online it was said that misyar marriages are temporary marriages with a fixed time. If it's meant to be permanent, then that's different. I read that it was called a traveller's marriage which is temporary, but sounds like I have been fed misinformation.

 

[Sixxstar]

Joever for me. I could have sworn online it was said that misyar marriages are temporary marriages with a fixed time. If it's meant to be permanent, then that's different. I read that it was called a traveller's marriage which is temporary, but sounds like I have been fed misinformation.

it was probably some shia coping

 

[Salino438]

Age 24 - I feel confident. I can talk & joke with women confidently and not have the dark creeping thoughts influence the way I relate to others.

After a 150 day streak I had a brief relapse and am now back to being 90 days free from porn or masturbation. Having reached the 90 day marker, I have taken the time to reflect on where I was roughly 250 days ago. I felt hopeless. I didn’t think I could be free from [...]Read More... from Age 24...

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Age 24 - I was temporarily a zombie, but became a human again

I know a lot of people out there are struggling to even begin nofap because you keep asking yourself, ‘but does this stuff really work or is it just some sort of a movement by a bunch of delusional people that think that they’re somehow better because they don’t watch porn and masturbate?’ I...

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[Salino438]

Age 19 - Reduced anxiety & depression, More confidence, Eliminated brain fog, I can think clearly and articulate myself way better

I actually made it 90 days without PMO. I am very proud of myself because at first I didn’t think I could last this long. The urges have been intense at times but so far I have done a good job in avoiding the temptation to fap. Sorry if this is a long post. I [...]Read More... from Age 19 –...

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Age 27 - I have never been so happy; I've become my true self

I come from Belgium, I am 27 of age and I have a great story to tell y’all guys and girls. I started exactly on the 11th of January, 2020 [about 13 months earlier] with this amazing beautiful new lifestyle and it made me a hero, a Superman, a motivation to others and so on. [...]Read More...

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[Salino438]

Age 22 - ED, My life is overall better & here's the science behind NoFap

I don’t speak English well so bear with me. First I dont give a shit about the people who think NoFap is a joke and complete bullshit. This is good for me because this means less competition. Nobody wants world full with dudes with high sex drives, motivation and all the benefits NoFap provides...

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Adolescents and Androgens, Receptors and Rewards (2008)

COMMENTS: Excellent review of almost all the relevant research on androgen receptors, dopamine and sexual function. Fantastic drawing the the hypothalamus-reward circuit interrelationships. Horm Behav. 2008 May; 53(5): 647–658. Published online 2008 February 13. doi...

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[Salino438]

Start here: Evolution has not prepared your brain for today's porn

This article is a short synopsis of some key concepts. For the science behind today's porn, please follow all the links and read this page

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[Salino438]

Why Shouldn’t Johnny Watch Porn If He Likes? (2011)

The answer to the question 'why shouldn't Johnny watch porn if he wants?' is because sexual brain training matters—especially during adolescence

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[Salino438]

‘The Last Thing Isolated People Need’ (The National Review)

Original article by Madeleine Kearns (You can listen to a robot read this at the above link.) Today, I have a piece on the homepage about how Big Porn is seeking to capitalize on the pandemic. Gabe Deem, the founder of Reboot Nation, a network for those seeking recovery from Internet...

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[Salino438]

Porn not only messes with young men’s minds, but their bodies too (The Guardian)

Is it surprising they struggle to get erections when their instruction manual is so twisted? Far from porn being the great inspirer of sexual play, could too much early exposure contribute to erectile dysfunction and male performance anxiety? A study of 2,000 British men has reported that 50% of...

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[alurmo]

bro we get it
nofap made no diff for me tho

 

[Salino438]

bro we get it
nofap made no diff for me tho

I completely agree with you.

Many members of this forum have already seen my thread here, at least those who are interested in it. Furthermore, it is also true that abstinence from self-pleasure does not work for every single person.

Nevertheless, I remain firmly convinced that pornographic content leads to a significant physical and psychological deterioration.

However, I bring my thread up from time to time because more and more people are registering on this website, especially young adolescents. My goal is not to get as many posts as possible or anything like that, but to share information with others.

 

[losthope]

nofap is such a cope

 

[Salino438]

nofap is such a cope

My main goal was to inform other people that pornographic content can negatively affect the mental state and thus the brain (neurotransmitters).

Self-pleasure itself is a natural act. The main problem is that a large part of today's society is heavily addicted to pornography and excessive self-pleasure.

 

[Salino438]

Studies linking porn use to poorer mental-emotional health & poorer cognitive outcomes

Many people who cease using porn for an extended period of time report mental & cognitive benefits, such as improved concentration & focus

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[Salino438]

Age 39 - PIED cured. Sex is now amazing. Curing my anhedonia. I’m calmer & more optimistic. (430-day update)

Today I’m 126 days in my first NoFap journey, I’m doing the No PM-journey (Sex is allowed). Benefits so far: + Had beautiful skin before NoFap, but it’s even more beautiful now (Eating healthy all the time is the key to beautiful skin) + Calmer + Curing my anhedonia (Flatline/withdrawal period...

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What does withdrawal from porn addiction look like?

Here are some real-life answers to the question what does withdrawal from porn addiction look like?With contributions from guys going through the process.

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[Salino438]

Dopamine and Addiction

Dopamine dysregulation is at the heart of porn addiction, cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Restoring normal dopamine function is key to porn recovery.

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[Deleted member 107111]

porn is disgusting

 

[Salino438]

porn is disgusting

Pornography, pharmaceuticals, drugs, gambling, processed products (fast "food" and soft drinks), refined sugar, synthetic sweeteners and much more - all of these are intended to destroy the family, to make as much money as possible, to corrupt the minds of young people and to make them addicted at an early age.

 

[Salino438]

Feeling "dateable" not "damaged goods." No more suicidality.

Man quitting porn experiences fewer panic attacks, less suicidality, awesome sleep, fewer rashes and fungal infections.

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1 year of NoFap - Life-changing!

This is gunna be a long post, but for those who are down in the rabbit hole like I was, continue reading this. It might help you in the long run! Who I was before Nofap: Before i started Nofap, I was a beta-male. I would fap at least twice a day and this went [...]Read More... from 1 year of...

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[sauceboss]

Dnrd stop necroposting u jew

 

[Salino438]

Dnrd stop necroposting u jew

More and more new people are registering on this internet forum, who can learn and benefit from the information in this thread.

It's perfectly fine if you're not interested. Nobody is forcing you to read certain posts.

Your completely pathetic and useless messages are absolutely embarrassing and childish.

 

[sauceboss]

More and more new members are registering on this internet forum, who can learn and benefit from the information in this thread.

It's perfectly fine if you're not interested. Nobody is forcing you to read certain posts.

Your completely pathetic and useless posts are absolutely embarrassing and childish.

We get it your embarrassed because you beat your meat.

 

[Salino438]

We get it your embarrassed because you beat your meat.

An account that has only been registered for a few weeks and already has several hundred posts, none of which offer any added value to other people.

Please do us all a favor and stop bothering others with your unfunny, embarrassing and absolutely worthless messages.

 

[sauceboss]

An account that has only been registered for a few weeks and already has several hundred posts, none of which offer any added value to other people.

Please do us all a favor and stop bothering others with your unfunny, embarrassing and absolutely worthless messages.

Chad doesn’t feel shame for jerking it to bbw tortas he just does it. Only incels consciously no fap in order to feel a sense of self worth.

 

[Salino438]

Chad doesn’t feel shame for jerking it to bbw tortas he just does it. Only incels consciously no fap in order to feel a sense of self worth.

First of all, a so-called "Chad", generally speaking, does not grow up with constant pornographic content and (excessive) self-pleasure, but spends most of his time outside with his friends from an early age, doing physical activities, learning sports (-American- football, basketball, baseball, mixed martial arts, etc.) or helping his parents with work, for example on the farm.

This environment also provides him with exposure to sunlight, healthy, nutrient-rich, whole foods already in the parental home and a natural circadian rhythm.

So-called "incels", on the other hand, grow up 99 percent the same from an early age. High amounts of processed products (fast "food"), soft drinks, sitting for hours in front of the computer or video game console (usually until late at night), daily consumption of pornographic content combined with multiple ejaculations, poor posture, little to no sunlight, malnutrition, no physical exercise.

Many people, especially on the internet, don't want to believe that the modern lifestyle has ruined their lives, or rather their physical appearance, not "bad" (epi)genetics.

I don't blame them because they don't have the necessary information or knowledge. Unfortunately, many children and young people today grow up in broken homes without role models.

For example, they see attractive men out partying with a group of friends on a weekend drinking alcohol, smoking cigarettes, eating at a fast food "restaurant" and immediately assume that their "Chad" has "good" genetics, but don't understand that none of these people grew up that way.

At the end of the day, everyone can do what they want with their lives, please don't get me wrong. I just want to share this information and knowledge with the young community so that they may not make the same mistakes I did.

I fully understand that this thread is several years old and most people have already seen (and read?) it. But every now and then this internet forum gets new members who might find this helpful.

If you are not interested in this, that's perfectly fine.

I didn't mean to be unfriendly, offensive, rude or mean, but please respect other people's threads, even if you have no interest in them.

If I gave that impression, I sincerely apologize.