Many people don’t realize that watching porn is extremely addictive. Pornography works much like Pavlov’s dog; you get desensitized to sexual stimulation, and you end up needing it just to feel happy. This is why porn can be so harmful — it’s like junk-food sexuality. It can cause problems with real world sex, including Erectile Dysfunction and Premature Ejaculation. Thankfully, there are ways to break the addiction.
One of the main benefits that most men report when they stop watching porn is an increase in libido. While there may be a short period of time as they go through the withdrawal symptoms, most men find their libido and sexual satisfaction return to normal levels.
Another benefit is improved relationships with friends, family and intimate partners. Watching porn takes a lot of energy away from other areas of your life, including hobbies, work and relationships. When you remove the addiction, it’s easier to put your energy into other things that will bring you joy and happiness.
Another reason people quit watching porn is because it hurts their self-esteem. It’s hard to love yourself when you spend most of your time obsessing over naked bodies. Porn doesn’t show real sex, either – it shows you unrealistic body images that can lead to depression and low self-esteem. When you start quitting, you’ll find your self-esteem starts to grow and you can focus on the things in life that really matter to you.