i don't think im an addict but can someone give me their opinion?
im 14 years old, i masturbate multiple times a week, sometimes every day. i usually watch porn while doing so and spend less than 30 minutes each time. i feel as guilty doing this bc im only 14 and i feel disgusted after the fact
a lot of the time i tell myself im gonna stop for x amount of time but then i think its a good idea and do it again
@aquaWater1320
Hey there, AW.
What you're going through sounds really tough. Sometimes if you're at a point in your life when so much stuff is going on, having one consistent distraction to rely on can help you calm down. It's difficult though when that distraction might be keeping you from enjoying your life, since it's happening so often.
Do you feel like there are things that you are avoiding by spending your time masturbating? Or, are you finding the content that you are watching while you do so to be so interesting, that you just like watching it?
@Kahilum08 heyo its me aquaWater i just forgot my password lol sorry. i really dont avoid spending times doing other things so i can masturbate i just like watching it when i feel like watching it which is prolly a couple times a week
@tealTown2378
Hey again! =)
It's great that you don't feel like you're running away from anything when you're watching. It can be difficult to try and tame a habit if it's just too enjoyable sometimes.
On my end, so long as you don't feel like you're hurting anyone, and that even if you're doing it, it's not getting in the way of you being able to live your life how you want it, then I think things will be just fine =)
Don't worry, there's absolutely nothing wrong in what you're doing! At your age, it's very normal to be very interested in the sexual sphere. You're starting to discover your sexuality, as many other people of your age, and there's nothing to feel ashamed of. Everyone goes through a similar pphase around your age. Maybe you feel bad about it because of your upbringing: sometimes, the education we receive leads us to neglect the sexual dimension and judge it as wrong, sinful, gross or whatever. But it's just a natural part of ourselves and it's normal to dedicate some of your time and thoughts to it. There's nothing wrong in what you do, nor in the frequency. As long as the sexual sphere doesn't prevent you from living the other aspects of your life in a healthy manner, it's ok!
@aquaWater1320 There is nothing wrong with what you are doing. Most kids your age are doing the same thing. There is nothing to be ashamed about, it's just that we have been told so often that it is wrong. Later you will find someone you love and who also cares about you and sex will be a part of that relationship, In the meantime, just relax and don't worry abour masturbation, it is natural.
@helloLand3309 I completely agree, pretty sure this is what most 14 year olds do.
@aquaWater1320 I would ask myself: Does affects my everyday routine? I can spend a day without it? Or it's like obsessive that I am thinking about it all the time?
That are signs that may help. =)
