Flatline without PIED?

Now I'm on day 21 of hardmode and I've noticed that I stopped having morning erections. Before I used to always have them, and I've never suffered from PIED with a partner. I can't tell you when it stopped because I don't have any journal to tell me. I find it strange to not have them, as normally I've always heard of the flatline happening only to guys with PIED. Also, I've basically had morning erections for as long as I can remember so it seems like they shouldn't stop so abruptly. That being said my fantasies have reduced drastically, and even if I fantasize an erection won't come naturally. So I guess my question is if it's possible to have a flatline without suffering PIED?

One thing to consider is that more-or-less anything can happen within the first 90 days (perhaps even longer) of your recovery, and that what you experience is never going to be consistent, especially in situations where you relapse and then attempt to start again.

I think the main thing is to not worry if something feels 'weird' or doesn't 'feel right', because those kinds of feelings are going to be frequent, whether they express themselves in cravings for porn or even in your mood swings. The main thing is to remain calm, not focus on these feelings, and just continue living your life as if you're not addicted to porn. Of course, meditation helps.

After a few years of unsuccessful attempts, I'm now 4 months in and learning not to take my emotions personally has made it more-or-less effortless, so that is what I can recommend.

Thanks,

Still working on not trying to figure everything out in my head. I've noticed that doesn't work very well. Of course I'd rather have this problem than blueballs.

NeverFapDeluxe said:

One thing to consider is that more-or-less anything can happen within the first 90 days (perhaps even longer) of your recovery, and that what you experience is never going to be consistent, especially in situations where you relapse and then attempt to start again.

I think the main thing is to not worry if something feels 'weird' or doesn't 'feel right', because those kinds of feelings are going to be frequent, whether they express themselves in cravings for porn or even in your mood swings. The main thing is to remain calm, not focus on these feelings, and just continue living your life as if you're not addicted to porn. Of course, meditation helps.

After a few years of unsuccessful attempts, I'm now 4 months in and learning not to take my emotions personally has made it more-or-less effortless, so that is what I can recommend.

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Yeah, this is pretty much what to expect during your reboot. Your brain is going to go haywire for a few months as it tries to reset itself. You'll think and feel things that may make you uncomfortable or even disturb you. Do not trust your emotions during this time. Don't trust any physical sensations or lack thereof, either. It's incredibly common for your sex drive to diminish completely soon after beginning a reboot. It's your brain's reaction to you cutting off the usual dopamine supply it gets from porn use. It will return in time. Everything you feel during a reboot is temporary.  Also, beware of OCD-like symptoms and obsessive, uncomfortable thoughts/feelings. You may feel like you're losing your mind. This is your brain trying to trick you into using porn again. It wants you to feel bad so you'll give it dopamine. Your brain is usually your friend, but you've damaged it through porn abuse. It's your worst enemy right now and you're going to have to fight it every step of the way. Pain and discomfort mean that you're making progress. Your brain will slowly but surely return to it's natural state, but the process will take time and it won't be pleasant. Embrace this unpleasantness and you embrace the healing process.