Dbad said:
I don't really have enough time to get to the gym that often but I do get to go swimming once a week. Went today and had a bit of a struggle on the way home but I tried breathing deeply and it went away. Also after my shower I turned the water to cold for a bit which I think helped me a bit.
Breathing and cold showers definitely help!
Heres a list of things that I find to be helpful
1. Going outside (without a phone/ tablet) until the urge dissipates
2. Taking a short 10-20 minute nap (NEVER more than 30 minutes though)
3. Finding a friend or family member to talk to.
4. Take off the passcode from you phone, and don't put one one again.
5. Eat some fruit, and maybe a slice of turkey.
6. Meditate
7. Read the bible and take your time in it, I recommended Romans chapters 6-8 to help with addiction
8. Excersize, it can be jump ropes, running, weight lifting, swimming, or some push-ups and sit ups.
9. Try to disconnect your urges from your mind while your eyes are closed and your breathing slowly, try to just push it away and watch it while it raises and lowers.
10. Come on to this forum and help other people, read up on their struggles and give them tips, encouragments, and a virtual high five!
Hope that list helped! If one thing doesn't work then go to the next and just keep going down the list until the urge is gone.