Wow - I do believe you have been given the wrong advice about resisting to masturbate!

You are only 18 years old and finding yourself sexually, thats fab. Alot of people dont find their specific kinks until later on in life.

I work as an adult entertainer and I come across foot fetishes, and the likes, ALL THE TIME. I think the issue here is you seem a little worried or embarrassed about coming to terms with it. Why would you want to weaken something that brings such pleasure to you?

Id say embrace it. later on in life you WILL find the right kind of partner who understands and who may also have a few kinks themselves. I wouldnt worry about that. Nor would I worry about maintaining an erecrtion without experiencing proper intimacy first? Sex is sex and there is no right or wrong way to do it. Its just whatever works for both parties.

Hope this helps,

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