Does anyone watch porn to fill a void

I felt this way for so long while I was in college. I did not go on dates because I didn’t see the point. I felt as soon as they knew the real me they would run anyways so it didn’t matter. My family could see how bad porn was ruining my life so they intervened and got me some help. It didn’t resolve the problem but it gave me the confidence to work harder at it. Not much longer I made a new friend that introduced me to a group of friends that he was around constantly and one of those friends became my wife. She knew and still knows what my past is full of and still decided to marry me because she can see that I am doing everything I can to kick the trap of porn in the face. She doesn’t let it define me and neither do I. There are special people out there man. Be yourself and be honest. You are going to make a special connection with someone pretty amazing one day.

Hi Nick, Thank you for sharing how you’re feeling — it’s not easy to open up about something like this, and it shows a lot of self-awareness on your part. What you’re describing is something many people experience, even if they don’t talk about it openly. The fact that you’ve identified this void and are reflecting on how you’re trying to fill it is an important first step. It sounds like the core issue might be related to deeper emotions, like loneliness or a longing for connection. It’s totally human to feel this way, and using something like porn to cope often becomes a temporary way to fill that emotional gap. But the truth is, you deserve something much more fulfilling than a short-term fix. One way forward could be to focus on building a better relationship with yourself first. For example: • Engage in activities that genuinely bring you joy and build your self-esteem. • Consider reaching out to a therapist or coach who can help you explore these feelings further and guide you toward healthier coping strategies. You’re not alone in this, and there’s no shame in how you feel. It’s never too late to take small steps toward creating the kind of life and relationships you really want. Sending you strength!

I can relate fs. You’re not alone in this. You just have to simply accept that it’s not your time yet. God chose to not put that woman in your life for a reason. Most likely to push you to become the kind of man that can lead her. For me, i feel that god hasn’t put her into my life to push me to fulfill my purpose of becoming a physician. I know it can feel frustrating, but understand that if you continue to feed the endless cycle of despair of watching porn and relapsing, you will NEVER have the charisma, confidence, emotional understanding and strength to even attract the girl you’re looking for in the first place. Breathe, meditate and stay strong Nick.