Keep relapsing
Day 0
by Javier Dominguez
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I keep praying I keep trying to flee from it but I can’t. Today my phone crashed while looking at that stuff. If that wasn’t a sign from God that he’s here to help me idk what is. But I didn’t heed his warning and opportunity to flee and I caved in. I know what I need to do spiritually to beat this but I need some practical advice. It’s been a rough 4 days of constant internal fighting.
For practical purposes, it's best to avoid all the previous steps or triggers that can lead you to a relapse. For me, it was mainly Twitter, Instagram, and my phone in general, so I uninstalled those apps and reduced my screen time by doing other activities like reading or working out. (A couple of books that might help are Atomic Habits and Dopamine Nation.) I also try not to get bored, because that usually puts me in a tempting state. So I do everything I can to develop hobbies or activities that distract me, like tidying up my room, playing an instrument, or studying for university (I'm currently studying psychology). Lastly, I try to be mindful of where I look, no matter where I am, and not to indulge in certain thoughts that could put me at risk. That's just my personal experience—hopefully it can be of at least some help to you. Keep in mind that we're all different, and what works for me might not work for you. You need to engage in some self-reflection to understand what specific things usually happen before you relapse. (To do that, you can write down the steps in a relapse journal.) That way, you can turn each relapse into an opportunity to know yourself better and avoid any behavior you associate with this habit. I really hope this helps, and I wish you the best on your journey! (By the way, I speak Spanish and I'm using Google Translate, so sorry if something doesn’t come through clearly.)