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How To Stop Masturbating?
Question: Hello, it's an ackward subject, but to the point. Im a 19 year old male, and when I ejaculate from regular masturbation, it completely weakens my body. My muscles ache for at least 2 days, I can't run as fast or lift as much, I know this because I'm a boxer. It's not mental because I've been in fights and can feel the difference, Truthfully, I want to know if there is a way I could stop masturbating /sex altogether. No matter how long I abstain, My drive is the same or worse than before. I just want to succeed in my chosen career path.
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Brief Answer:
Advise and suggestions given.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for your query.
I am Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar, Consultant Psychiatrist and I would be happy to assist you with your health query.
I understand that you are worried about your habit of masturbation and would like to control the same. Though masturbation is considered as a normal part of sexuality, yet a lot of people report physical and psychological problems due to this habit.
You have mentioned that you feel week, have muscle aches and other problems after masturbation and this seems to be interfering with your career. You say that you would like to stop masturbating altogether and focus on your career. Now, this is a personal decision that you have make, but it is possible to stop / control your habit of masturbation and I can give you suggestions to help you control this habit.
The first thing and most important thing to realise is that controlling such habits is all about learning to control your mind. So, I would suggest the following tips:
- Practice yoga regularly. It is a very effective way of developing mind control. It also relaxes your mind and body.
- Keep your mind active and engaged all the time. Avoid idle time at all costs. Idle time is not good and your mind will eventually wander off to sexual thoughts.
- Always have something to look forward to. Make short term and long term goals. This can include your career development, personal development, financial development, etc.
- Try to learn a new hobby - this can be a new sport or a new skill or even a new language. This will keep your mind fresh and focussed.
- Improve your social life. Make new friends, go out for social gatherings or group activities. If you are going to stay alone in your room and seclude yourself, then your mind will slip away to sexual thoughts.
- Get rid of anything that triggers a sexual mood. For example, clear your room of any pornographic magazines or CDs. You can even install a software to block all sites of adult content.
- Try not keep ruminating and feeling guilty about your past. This will only be counterproductive.
- If you have the access, it may also be a good idea to see a counsellor for a few counselling sessions.
Best wishes,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar MBBS. DPM., MRCPsych.(U.K.)
Advise and suggestions given.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for your query.
I am Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar, Consultant Psychiatrist and I would be happy to assist you with your health query.
I understand that you are worried about your habit of masturbation and would like to control the same. Though masturbation is considered as a normal part of sexuality, yet a lot of people report physical and psychological problems due to this habit.
You have mentioned that you feel week, have muscle aches and other problems after masturbation and this seems to be interfering with your career. You say that you would like to stop masturbating altogether and focus on your career. Now, this is a personal decision that you have make, but it is possible to stop / control your habit of masturbation and I can give you suggestions to help you control this habit.
The first thing and most important thing to realise is that controlling such habits is all about learning to control your mind. So, I would suggest the following tips:
- Practice yoga regularly. It is a very effective way of developing mind control. It also relaxes your mind and body.
- Keep your mind active and engaged all the time. Avoid idle time at all costs. Idle time is not good and your mind will eventually wander off to sexual thoughts.
- Always have something to look forward to. Make short term and long term goals. This can include your career development, personal development, financial development, etc.
- Try to learn a new hobby - this can be a new sport or a new skill or even a new language. This will keep your mind fresh and focussed.
- Improve your social life. Make new friends, go out for social gatherings or group activities. If you are going to stay alone in your room and seclude yourself, then your mind will slip away to sexual thoughts.
- Get rid of anything that triggers a sexual mood. For example, clear your room of any pornographic magazines or CDs. You can even install a software to block all sites of adult content.
- Try not keep ruminating and feeling guilty about your past. This will only be counterproductive.
- If you have the access, it may also be a good idea to see a counsellor for a few counselling sessions.
Best wishes,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar MBBS. DPM., MRCPsych.(U.K.)
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