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I'm not sure how common this is, but how can we overcome self lust? Being obsessed with one's own body? I can't seem to overcome these thoughts - I can go a week or even a few, but then eventually slip. I'm starting to loose faith because of this - I try to pray constantly when tempted, but still give in. I am thinking that I've tried as hard as I can, maybe I just should stop trying because I've done what I can... I need advice.

I am trying to better control my thoughts, and was wondering if anyone has advise? Any good articles I can read? I'm just having problems with certain thoughts entering my mind that are unholy, and it's sometimes very difficult to get rid of them (nothing too horrible, just sexual in nature). How can I control my thoughts without constantly telling my self to shutup and feeling like I'm holding back a herd of wild horses? Does it get better once I've "trained" my mind?