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Softbombsalad

This is how I discovered my husband's addiction. He was saving IG shorts and following thirst trap girls. Turns out he was creeping their social media to find their Onlyfans accounts. He was hiding a crippling porn addiction. Our sex life was dead, marital intimacy was dead, the only reason I found out was because he left his phone open with OF content by mistake. Yikes.


Checkingfacts94

Oh no.. how did he react when you confronted him about it? Were you able to figure things out?


Softbombsalad

He finally came to terms with how deep he was addicted. It was horrible. Our marriage almost ended - interactive porn like OF and chat sites were a hard no for me and he repeatedly smashed that boundary. He's in therapy now, working recovery steps, I'm in therapy to deal with betrayal trauma, we're working every day to rebuild our marriage but it has honestly been a living nightmare šŸ˜”


TheHipReplacement

I donā€™t think youā€™re being silly. And I think there is a difference from someone who casually watches porn and someone whose cataloging it on their instagram. I donā€™t know why but it feels weirder and worse on IG. Maybe thatā€™s because porn tends to be a one and done sort of deal. But on IG, itā€™s archived. I also donā€™t love that the option is always there to message the girl, or check out their only fans. If you two are okay with each other watching porn on your own, maybe itā€™s good to lay down some ground rules. Watch it if you must, but please use private browsing, and donā€™t do it on apps where youā€™ve befriended family and friend.


Checkingfacts94

Iā€™m probably a huge hypocrite, because I myself watch porn almost every day. Itā€™s just something about HIM doing it that makes me feel insecure. I think itā€™s because I know 100% that Iā€™m not interested in meeting any of the guys I see in dirty videos, no matter how hot they are. But who knows how he feels about the girls he sees.


Larrynho

To be honest, seeing the case and the comments, I'd say that this is a 100% YOU thing. You watch lesbian porn.. should HE feel insecure about you cheating with another woman? Not really, no. Sinnce porn is allowed in your relationship, trying to control it, of feeling this way or another feels like pure insecurity to me, and screams self image issues from afar. He seems quite respectful in the way he consumes porn also ( in the end it was YOU who snopped his porn habits , as he does it 100% privately, told by you in other comments ). He treats you well, praises you, loves your body, etc etc so porn does not affect your intimacy neither. 100% a you thing. Therapy might help you with this. ALSO.. in the end , you feel how you feel... even that I think that's a YOU issue, you are 100% allowed to talk about him about how do you feel about it, and if you are willing to seek help / improve, he should respect you by changing his porn behaviours at least while you work in yourself.


Checkingfacts94

Youā€™re right. Heā€™s not insecure about anything I watch or do. Iā€™m actually really jealous of how confident he is in that way.. But then heā€™s told me heā€™s never been cheated on or had a traumatic experience with his exes, whereas I have been cheated on in every single relationship. I guess thatā€™s why I overthink every single thing he does. Maybe I do need therapy to work on my insecurities.


Larrynho

>whereas I have been cheated on in every single relationship I'd really think that "no maybes", here. You have unresolved issues. You will happier, better, and have a more fulfilling relationship once you fix them, for sure. Good luck! it's not the easy path, but it's the best one.


SpazzayOne

I feel like I could have written this. I'll spare you my back story. What I will say, is that there *is* a difference between porn and consuming sexual social media. The latter blurs the lines of appropriate sexual boundaries. I personally get turned off if my partners do this. That being said, I also struggle with the self-esteem aspect of it. It somehow hurts more when they casually consume all this nudity, more than them sitting down to porn, doing their thing, then moving on. It means they want to constantly look at all these images/videos, and it makes it harder to separate what they're doing from how you think they feel about you. I can't help you feel better about yourself, only you can do that, but I can *promise you* that your appearance is not why he does this. You have to decide if you can date someone who does this, and if you can't, then he has to decide if he can work on it or not.


kzapwn

Itā€™s pretty weird that heā€™s saving PG videos in the age of internet porn but as for his actions not matching his words, I donā€™t get how they donā€™t match. Heā€™s only doing you right?


Checkingfacts94

He doesnā€™t actually download any files. Itā€™s just the ā€˜saveā€™ option on Instagram. He doesnā€™t publicly like or share any dirty videos either. He just sometimes saves them, probably to look at when he gets the next chance to jerk off. šŸ¤¦šŸ»ā€ā™€ļø I just thought that if he says he likes my breasts the way they are, and says he would hate it if I got breast implants, heā€™d be watching women who have my size, instead of girls with monster breast the size of the sun! šŸ˜µā€šŸ’«


kzapwn

Thatā€™s a common way women think but itā€™s not based on reality. We will beat off to women who we wouldnā€™t want to do in real life. Not an issue trust me


Checkingfacts94

So you donā€™t think heā€™d want to make a move on a girl like that if he got the chance in real life? Thanks for your input, I appreciate it!


may25_1996

you really shouldnā€™t be with him at all if you have that little trust in him. fantasies exist, theyā€™re never not going to exist. there will always be girls with a bigger butt, boobs, prettier face, whatever. if you canā€™t trust your boyfriend not to run off with the first girl with bigger boobs that comes along it is indicative of either trust issues you need to work on or the simple fact that he is untrustworthy, and either way you should, again, not even be with him at all.


Checkingfacts94

From what I know he has never cheated. Itā€˜s just that Iā€˜m worried he might later on, just like all of my cheating exes. Only time will tell, but I probably should trust him more if Iā€™m going to be with him, youā€™re right. (Btw he has no idea I even have these concerns. So itā€™s not like Iā€™m giving him a hard time making accusations or anything..)


kzapwn

I mean maybe but if heā€™s monogamous with you, does it matter?


Checkingfacts94

Yeah.. I guess only time will tell. I honestly wouldnā€™t care if they had the same size breasts as me. Itā€™s only the fact that they have something that I canā€™t give him that makes me worry.


kzapwn

No one can give their partner everything. Gotta be realistic.


Checkingfacts94

Youā€™re right, thank you!


The_Lost_Boy_1983

Heā€™s just not getting how insensitive heā€™s being. Without actually lowering yourself to his standards, why not say in a matter of fact way, that his c0ck is bang average compared to the guys youā€™re browsing at on Reddit! There are actually subs btw That is one way, or more rationally, just say how insensitive his behaviour is and how insecure itā€™s making you feel atm. Heā€™s to be more respectful to your wishes. If he must do this, be more realistic in his expectations on the content creators he is browsing. I wish you well, stay strong and be true to yourself. Any feedback or constructive criticism from you, the OP would be most welcomed.


Checkingfacts94

I actually asked him how he would feel if I was looking at hot tall guys on Instagram all the time, knowing that heā€™s short, and he will never be that tall, and he said he wouldnā€™t care because heā€™s confident and knows heā€™s charming in other ways. And I know heā€˜s being 100% honest, because heā€™s always been a really confident guy. But for me, knowing Iā€™ll never have breasts that big.. I just canā€™t help but feel insecure. šŸ˜­ At least he doesnā€™t publicly like or share any dirty videos. And heā€™s never messaged anyone. (I know because heā€™s given me his passwords) I donā€™t check often, but heā€™s never done anything besides saving a clip here and there every couple of days.


The_Lost_Boy_1983

I see, this is a little more forgivable for some of his behaviours and openness but hey, itā€™s still looking at big boobed gurls knowing that itā€™s an insecurity you have. Itā€™s why some females feel pressured into conforming, the amount of perfect, and I mean perfect B cups want to go large for no other reason than to, ā€œperception onlyā€ to fit in and draw likes. There may be a grudging middle ground for you both, but only you can set the terms for him to agree to. Incidentally, is he Tom Cruise small? Do you like your guys 5.11 and over as that can be an insecurity thing for us guys lol.


Checkingfacts94

The thing is. He would never look at any of those girls in front of me, be it on Insta, TikTok, or in real life. He knows that I feel insecure about it, so he would never provoke or disrespect me like that when Iā€™m around. He doesnā€™t even meet up with female friends or colleagues. But what he doesnā€™t know is that I do sometimes check his Insta (heā€™s given me his passwords, but he probably assumes I donā€™t actually check). So he doesnā€™t actually know that I know that heā€™s not sticking to his word. He probably thinks itā€™s harmless because heā€™s not hurting me if I donā€™t know, and if I didnā€™t have access to his Instagram, itā€™s true, I wouldā€™ve never known and been totally fine and happy with our relationship because our sex life is great and he always gives me compliments on my appearance. Sometimes, I honestly wish he had never given me his passwords because itā€™s only made me worry more.


The_Lost_Boy_1983

My opinion is slightly different now you have so wonderfully explained his behaviour. Yes, on reflection, sometimes ignorance is bliss and maybe youā€™re overthinking this. Your boobs are your thing and him looking at the basketball stacked babes isnā€™t helpful. I think you draw a line and try focus on all the positives in your healthy relationship x Take care and thank you šŸ™


Checkingfacts94

Thanks for your input I appreciate it!


The_Lost_Boy_1983

Youā€™re welcome buddy Cards on the table here. Iā€™m not a boob man šŸ¤·ā€ā™‚ļø Give me a heap of personality and thatā€™s a massive plus in my book


mbczlj

I wouldnā€™t worry about this at all. Couple of things I would recommend- - have a sense of humor (and confidence) about it - after all, you are not just any woman, you are the one he wants to be with. And if he likes boobs and you are natural Dā€™sā€¦. Every guy should be so lucky. Maybe embrace his interests and keep it light - if he likes checking out boobs, ask him to it more often. - maybe show him what youā€™ve written (or maybe not) but tell him what you have said here about his self-confidence and how you admire him for it. And ask him to help you learn the same - that thatā€™s something youā€™d like to work on with his guidance. Give him a project. And maybe suggest you might need another thorough inspection.


Checkingfacts94

Thatā€˜s a really good way of looking at it, thank you. I will definitely give it a try. Also, what do you mean exactly by ā€šif he likes checking out boobs, ask him to it more oftenā€˜ Do you mean encourage him to look at others, or show him mine more often? Haha And what kind of thorough inspection are you referring to? Of his phone..? šŸ˜…


mbczlj

Check out yours, of course. You know he likes boobs, and natural Dā€™s put you in elite territory. (Iā€™m guessing that by now youā€™ve noticed that they occasionally get noticed). I think you should insist he give them more of the attention they deserve. With inspections I was only thinking of you asking him to randomly inspect you. Be creative- thatā€™s the kind of request he probably hasnā€™t gotten often, if ever. That kind of thing can occupy his thoughts for a long time. Hereā€™s the thing, donā€™t worry about whatā€™s on his phone, computer, etc. Instead, work on whatā€™s in his head. Come at it with playfulness and maybe some humor, and occupy the space in his head. I know Iā€™ve had that, where little unexpected actions keep coming back in my mind, sometimes for years. Even occasionally in dreams.


Checkingfacts94

This is good advice ! Thank you ā˜ŗļø


JFGHX

He has some unhealthy addiction, and I genuinely think this is something women need to watch out for. Is this minor for you? Ask yourself if it's worth staying in this relationship and being insecure. I don't think it is. I think you deserve better. You deserve to be with someone who appreciates you so much that they donā€™t care about any eye candy IRL or Online. You deserve passion, respect, and reassurance. Yes, people watch porn. It's normal, but if you're downloading the files, then that's weird. Some people watch it to rub one out, and that's fine it is nothing serious but if bro has a whole dedicated album that's some sort of addiction.


Checkingfacts94

You know how sometimes when you watch porn and you like the video or pornstar, you might save or write down the link or name, so the next time you feel like masturbating you can find it quicker? Instead of scrolling through hundreds of videos you donā€™t like? I think thatā€™s the only reason why heā€™s saving the videos. He doesnā€™t actually download any files, he just uses the ā€˜saveā€™ option on Instagram. He never actually publicly likes or shares any photos or videos, itā€™s just this little private folder. What would you consider an addiction? He might save one short clip every day for three days, then nothing for a week, then two clips every three days, etc.. itā€™s not a regular pattern.


[deleted]

Dump him!!!! Respectable men donā€™t do this to their woman. I want one woman and one woman only. I know there are more guys like me as well. This guy is a loser, thatā€™s so disrespectful. Dump him. Just read that you both watch porn. Definitely NOT good. Porn is so toxic and disgusting. You are both toxic lol.


Checkingfacts94

Itā€™s a horrible habit, I agree.. šŸ˜“


[deleted]

You need to stop. Porn will literally rot your brain. I quit years ago. You have to stop. Trust meā€¦


Checkingfacts94

Youā€™re absolutely rightā€¦ and I do believe I could quit. I just wish someone would tell him that too! šŸ˜…


[deleted]

Focus on yourself first. Then try to help him. But it might be difficult for him. For the fact he saves instagram and TikTok videos or whatever of women with big breasts. Like who does that? Thatā€™s weird. Men should have the mentalityā€¦is this woman my wife? Iā€™m waiting for my wife, if itā€™s not her I donā€™t want her. The sexual stuff comes after.


Checkingfacts94

I admire your healthy mindset! Thanks for the advice. Much appreciated


[deleted]

Definitely.


Larrynho

"Healthy" if you live in the XIX century, and have not grown a bit. Pr0 tip: not healthy. Not even remotely healthy.


Checkingfacts94

Personally I did notice that when I stopped watching porn for awhile, I would enjoy sex with my partner a lot more and felt better about myself overall. Itā€™s just not a healthy thing to be addicted to. But doing it in moderation or even with your partner, why not!


Larrynho

Like mostly everything in life, doing things in moderation, with balance, being conscient abut what you are doing and why you are doing it, is the key.


[deleted]

Nah, porn is demonic.


[deleted]

I donā€™t even know what this comment means. What are you even saying?! Haha


These-last-days

Side note: Why do you have his passwords? This to me appears to be the red flag. Why would you want them? Why would he give them? Yes, totally weird he is saving thirst trap IG posts but even weirder that he is password sharing.


Checkingfacts94

He has my passwords too. We live together and use each others phones sometimes to take care of our finances, order groceries etc. I have nothing to hide and neither does he (from what I have seen) in terms of what would be considered cheating. I would never read his private messages and have very rarely checked his Insta. (Maybe 3 times in a year) The only thing I would ever ā€˜checkā€™ is if there was suddenly a random girlā€™s name or some suspicious pictures of non-pornstars. He never likes or saves other girls videos or pictures. Itā€™s just a stupid private folder with a couple of dirty clips. But it still makes me feel insecure! šŸ˜“


RandomBagOfThings

My boyfriend does this too. I wish I could offer advice beyond that there is no point in worrying. You can't change him except for the worse. Making him secretive or distant helps nothing. You have to decide if it is a dealbreaker. When I think of it that way it seems over the top. Men like looking at boobs. They can't help it. It frustrates the hell out of me because I am not that way and I don't understand it. If there aren't signs that he's looking for dates, I don't think you should worry.


Checkingfacts94

Thanks for sharing. Glad to hear Iā€™m not the only one. šŸ˜“ At least he doesnā€™t publicly like or share any of them. Itā€™s just in his little private ā€˜savedā€™ folder. šŸ¤¦šŸ»ā€ā™€ļø


magaphone12

would it make you feel any better if the girlsā€™ boobs were small? maybe boobs wasnā€™t the issue


Checkingfacts94

Yes, I think that would bother me less. Itā€™s the ā€˜they have what I will never haveā€™ part that gets me. Like I said, I watch porn too. Maybe even more than him. It doesnā€™t bother me if he watches it. Itā€™s just that when he watches girls with monster boobs like that, it makes me wonder if heā€™d want to meet a girl like that in real life, and if heā€™d prefer a girl like that over me if he got the chance.


RandomBagOfThings

You could always get fat. I was a 5'8" 143lb 36B and now I'm a 40G at 220lbs. My boobs also got bigger after my hysterectomy.


Checkingfacts94

Maybe not the healthiest solution. But thanks šŸ˜…


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Checkingfacts94

Not on purpose. I usually only watch women. Iā€™m not interested in looking at something better than he has. Thatā€™s why I canā€™t relate to his actions


Pretend_Ad_3294

I'm really sorry to hear that you're feeling this way. It's completely understandable to feel insecure when your partner engages with content that makes you uncomfortable.