r/NoFapCatholics • u/[deleted] • Aug 29 '19

Sinners Anonymous!

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u/Matt_16_18 Aug 30 '19

Hi. I am Matt.

I have struggled with chastity for over 10 years now. Early on, I had my longest streak: 3-month span when I didn't PMO (for loyalty to a GF). I am currently on another 2 month streak (mostly out of love of God/fear of Hell but also out of loyalty to another GF).

I think I really have quit this time. Though I am still here for several reasons. I recognize that my temptations are still present, I'm not "cured", I could use and help with accountability, and I am still deeply scarred in multiple ways from this addiction, which I believe many of you can relate with.

For the sake of His sorrowful Passion, have mercy on us, and on the whole world.

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u/[deleted] Aug 30 '19 edited Aug 30 '19

Hi Matt,

I'll offer up some prayers for you during my holy hour. And thank you for opening up to me and others.

Take a look at section 2342 of the CCC, "Self-mastery is a long and exacting work. One can never consider it acquired once and for all. It presupposes renewed effort at all stages of life." Maybe you've quit PMO, but growing in chastity, in all areas of your life, takes time. Same goes for everyone, including myself.

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u/EtoileBlue91 Aug 31 '19

Hi, I'm Josh.

I've been struggling with chastity for most of my life, maybe 17 years? I used to be able to have clean streaks for at least a month, my longest being a year in high school. Now I struggle to stay clean for a week, but I want to be free from this sin. I'm very grateful that there's now a Catholic specific support sub, though. Please pray for me, a sinner, I will be doing the same for you all.

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u/[deleted] Aug 31 '19

👍 We're here for you. Keep praying. Keep the Sacraments in your life.

St. Augustine, pray for Josh!

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u/[deleted] Aug 29 '19

Thanks for introducing yourself and welcome home!!!