One can not truly say they are a “man going their own way” if they are still under the pernicious grasp of pornography. I would recommend not masturbating, and having sex if you need to get off (albeit not more than 1-2 times a week).

If this isn’t a viable option and you must get off, then do it WITHOUT porn or any visual/auditory stimulation. If you cannot do this, you are addicted.

You must break the addiction, and your life will open up. Kick your reliance on porn.

Make a pact with a friend or someone on this subreddit to abstain from porn, and hold each other accountable. The choice is up to you.

note: i am not religious, and only abstain from porn because it is harmful to the male both physically and mentally. I have seen so many benefits since I stopped watching porn. Such as increased confidence, happiness, memory, muscle-building, and all around well-being.