In Jain Dharma, prāyaścitta for misconduct related to pornography and self-gratification is done through sincere repentance, restraint, and purification of the mind. The main spirit is alochana, pratikraman, and future vigilance.

Simple Jain way of prāyaścitta

1. Realize the fault sincerely

Accept that this action increases kaṣāya, weakness of senses, and bondage of karma.

1. Perform sincere pratikraman

Repent before Arihantas and Gurus with humility. Mentally ask forgiveness for the misuse of body, mind, and senses.

1. Take a strong vow of restraint

Resolve: - not to watch अशुचि / impure content, - not to indulge in sensory excitement, - to protect the mind through discipline and purity.

1. Increase spiritual practices

- Samayik - Swādhyāya of Jain scriptures - Jap / stavan - Meditation on the soul - Pratikraman regularly

1. Observe small austerities

Depending on your ability, you may do: - Ekāśana or Beāsana - simple food - limiting indulgences - extra time in dharma and self-control

1. Seek guidance from a Jain Sadhu or knowledgeable teacher

In Jain tradition, deeper prāyaścitta is best understood under proper spiritual guidance.

Jain perspective

Pornography and self-gratification are not praised in Jain Dharma because they strengthen vishay-vāsanā, weaken brahmacharya, and disturb inner purity. But Jainism also emphasizes compassion toward oneself and firm improvement rather than hopelessness.

Short repentance भावना

You may mentally pray:

“Micchāmi Dukkaḍaṁ. I repent for my fault with body, mind, and speech. May I become pure, restrained, and fixed in Jain conduct.”

Most important

• Do not despair.
• Do not repeat the fault intentionally.
• Replace habit with discipline, prayer, and awareness.
• Progress in Jain Dharma comes through self-control and sincere purification.

If needed, I can also give you a short Jain pratikraman-style repentance text for this specifically.