different ways to stop masturbating

  There are a few different ways to stop masturbating:

1. Avoid pornography - Exposure to pornographic images and videos can trigger urges to masturbate. Avoiding porn completely can help reduce those urges.

2. Stay busy - Keeping occupied with other activities can limit opportunities to masturbate. Taking up a new hobby, exercising more, or spending more time with friends and family can fill the time you would have otherwise spent masturbating. 

3. Seek professional help - If you feel your masturbation has become compulsive or problematic, speaking with a therapist or sexologist can help. They can provide strategies to help modify your behavior and overcome any underlying issues.

4. Spend more time with others - Reducing the amount of time you spend alone can reduce opportunities for masturbation. Making plans with friends, joining groups, or taking a class can keep you occupied.

5. Exercise more - Physical activity like running, weight lifting, and swimming can relieve tension and release feel-good endorphins that decrease urges to masturbate. 

6. Find a support group - Having a group of people who understand what you're going through can provide accountability and help develop positive coping strategies. Support groups can reduce feelings of guilt or shame.

Masturbation only becomes a problem if it interferes with your life or causes distress. If you feel compulsive urges to masturbate or experience guilt after doing so, seeking professional help is recommended. With the right strategies and support, reducing or stopping masturbation is certainly possible.

The key is to find alternative, positive outlets for your energy and sexuality. Stay motivated by focusing on the benefits it will bring - like more time for other activities, improved self-control, and less guilt or shame. But be patient with yourself, as old habits can be hard to break. I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.