No Nut November is an annual event that encourages men to go thirty days without ejaculating, also known as "busting a nut". It originated in 2011 and grew in popularity on social media during and after 2017. While some participants claim that abstaining from ejaculating and not watching pornography has health benefits, others criticize the challenge, saying it increases the stigma and shame around masturbation. No Nut November participants tend to make their own rules, with some abstaining from sex and masturbation completely, while others engage in edging. Here are the official rules for No Nut November 2023, according to a Reddit post:

• You cannot have sex, masturbate, or ejaculate in any way, shape, or form.
• Watching pornography and having boners are allowed, but you cannot ejaculate.
• You are only allowed one wet dream. If you have more than one, then consider yourself out.
• You do not have three strikes; you only have one shot at it. If you miss it, you’re out.
• If you have passed the month with a total of 0 nuts, you are a victor and you shall qualify for Destroy Dick December (Not Recommended).
• Coupons that allow you to ejaculate without losing No Nut November are not valid.

It is important to note that a medical expert warns against taking part in No Nut November, as pelvic floor muscles can carry a lot of stress, and trying to control ejaculation over and over again can cause pain and dysfunction.