One week of practice
Question
Hi Bro,
I have been practicing celibacy for more than a couple of weeks now after a chronic masturbation phase in my life for more than 10 years. I'm 26 now and was really serious about shaping my life after I was almost done with the dreadful life I have had so far. I'm pretty strong after 2 weeks and now my mind is completely free of those nasty thoughts which have always lingered in my mind all my life.
My concern is that the first week was pretty good and I felt really confident about myself. But after that, my energy level has gone down and I really cant feel my back now which makes my upperbody very slump. This really affects the way I look and my posture. Also, my face is kind of lifeless even though I'm pretty occupied with my job and with my life than ever.
I kind of down spiritually and need your motivational words to put me back on track. Also, please explain the reverse effects after the fantastic first week where I felt very confident and full of life.
Answer
1. The first week of abstinence results in increased testosterone along with other hormones which gives the high feeling. As these stabilize and settle down, the artificial high also comes down.
2. Slumping of the body and Brahmacharya are unconnected.
3. Go through all the past answers and get clear with why Brahmacharya is worth the practice. One should practice unbroken Brahmacharya for a few years with much effort to start realizing its true benefits.
ॐ तत् सत्
(That Supreme being is the absolute truth)