u/Economy-Newspaper463

I'm a 20-year-old male student living in Belgium , and I've been struggling with something that's affected my confidence for as long as I can remember: mandibular prognathism (a protruding lower jaw/underbite).

People often think it's just a cosmetic issue, but for me it has impacted so much more than my appearance. It has influenced the way I talk, how comfortable I feel around other people, my social life, and honestly my loneliness. I'm constantly aware of my jaw, and it has made me extremely self-conscious.

The hardest part is that I know there are treatments available, but as a student there's simply no way I can afford them. I work when I can, but it isn't enough to cover something this expensive.

My younger sister had the same condition, and my parents were able to pay for her treatment. I'm genuinely happy for her because I know how much this can affect someone's life. But at the same time, I'd be lying if I said it doesn't hurt. Seeing her get the chance to fix the problem while knowing I probably won't be able to anytime soon is incredibly difficult.

I don't blame my parents. They aren't wealthy, and they did what they could. I just feel stuck. Some days it feels like I'm watching other people move forward with their lives while this insecurity keeps holding me back.

Honestly, just taking the time to read this and understand where I'm coming from already means a lot. But if you've got your life together and you're in a position to help somehow, that would be amazing too because i rougly need around 3 thousand euros, even more to pay for that treatment, thats how fucked i am. No pressure at all I'm grateful for any support, whether it's advice, kind words, or anything else. ❤️

And if you need a proof of my condition send me a dm.

I also have a paypal.

As a young teenager, I was often rejected, even completely ignored, by girls. When I was 11, an older friend introduced me to porn, and this discovery turned out to be like opening a gift box containing a venomous snake.

As time went on, I started masturbating around the age of 13. Three years later, I found myself in the red-light district of my city.

As of today I'm 20 and have no goals in life. The few cash I manage to make is immediately burned on the altar of debauchery.

It's so bad for me, but at the same time, so addictive.

Étant plus petit dans mon adolescence j'ai souvent été rejeté voire complètement ignoré par les filles et ayant été introduit dans le visionnage du porno par un ami plus âgé à l'âge de 11 ans, cette découverte s'est révélée telle une boîte de Cadeau contenant un serpent venimeux à l'intérieur.

Au fur et à mesure du temps, j'ai commencé à me masturber vers l'âge de 13 piges,3 ans après me voilà dans les infantes ruelles du quartier rouge.

Aujourd'hui j'ai 20 ans et j'ai aucune perspective d'avenir, les quelques billets que j'arrive à me faire sont aussitôt brûlés sur l'autel de la débauche.

C'est tellement mauvais pour moi mais en même temps tellement addictif.

Anybody also tend not to feel hungry during abstinence ?

24] Then Jesus said to his disciples, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.”

Lord Jesus Christ, my Redeemer, in whom all things hold together, have mercy on me, a sinner.

Without you I have no power;without you I cannot deny myself, nor renounce worldly pleasures.

But help me to follow you each day,to crucify the flesh and to be a worthy servant. In your name, which is above every name, I pray. Amen.

24] Then Jesus said to his disciples, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.”

Lord Jesus Christ, my Redeemer, in whom all things hold together, have mercy on me, a sinner.

Without you I have no power;without you I cannot deny myself, nor renounce worldly pleasures.

But help me to follow you each day,to crucify the flesh and to be a worthy servant. In your name, which is above every name, I pray. Amen.

24] Then Jesus said to his disciples, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.”

Lord Jesus Christ, my Redeemer, in whom all things hold together, have mercy on me, a sinner.

Without you I have no power;without you I cannot deny myself, nor renounce worldly pleasures.

But help me to follow you each day,to crucify the flesh and to be a worthy servant. In your name, which is above every name, I pray. Amen.

I’m wondering if other men relate to this.

I’ve never had a girlfriend or really received much attention from women, mostly because

I’ve struggled a lot with confidence and self respect.

Because of that, the only intimacy I’ve experienced has been with prostitutes.

Sometimes it makes me feel isolated because relationships seem to come naturally for other people while I feel completely behind socially and emotionally.

I’m trying to improve myself and become more confident, but I wanted to know if other people have gone through something similar.

Any kind souls tryna help a man out ?

My psn:Rhg_big33k

I’m 3 days into quitting porn, masturbation, and visiting prostitutes. I started because I felt like it was negatively affecting my life and I wanted to take control back.

Right now I’m experiencing pretty strong anxiety, my appetite is low, and I feel emotionally unstable. I also feel scared of relapsing, like the urges could hit me at any moment. At times it feels overwhelming and I almost want to cry.

I didn’t expect the early days to feel this intense, so I wanted to ask:

Is this a normal part of withdrawal or early recovery? If you’ve been through this, how did you get past the first week or so?

Any advice or experiences would really help right now.

Hey everyone,

I’m 3 days off masturbation, porn, and visiting prostitutes. I decided to stop because I felt like it was becoming unhealthy and I wanted to regain control.

Right now I’m feeling really anxious, my appetite is low, and I feel emotionally unstable. I keep getting scared that I might relapse, and honestly I feel kind of overwhelmed and like I could cry at times.

Is this normal in the early days? Has anyone else gone through this kind of withdrawal or emotional crash in the beginning?

I’m trying to stick with it but I didn’t expect it to feel this intense.

Any advice or experiences would really help.