Masturbation

As mentioned in an earlier post, I finally got a sponsor and soon I will officially begin working the 12 steps. As part of my recovery work, my sponsor recommends taking a 90 day pledge of complete sexual abstinence including masturbation. Today is my 260th day of celibacy and I am still alive. When I received my sponsor's email about stopping masturbation, I didn't think it would be much of a leap from where I am now. I did not anticipate the struggle I would have with not masturbating but it's been extremely tough and it's only been 1 week. I understand the rationale behind her suggestion however I think I might die if I don't have an orgasm for the next 90 days!!!
In all seriousness though, I am committed to working the program no matter what I have to do or give up. Please wish me luck because this one's going to be tough.