Questions about masturbating as a guy

[thirdfall]

Hey all,
I'm a guy who's 15. I masturbate and have the urge to do it more recently. I have a few questions about that and general male anatomy.
1. Is it abnormal to want to do it more?
2. My penis sticks up (like, in the direction of my stomach) when erect, even when I stand. The most I can comfortably get it to is about a 45. Will this ever hurt future sexual partners/cause issues?
3. Is it wrong to fantasize about people in my life? no fam obv
4. Any tips for masturbating? I generally just apply pressure at the base and that works, but I'm wondering if there's something better.

[Latha]

Hi thirdfall, welcome to the boards!
1. Not at all! If you enjoy an activity, why would it be abnormal to want to do it more?
2. It is normal for penises to stick up in this way when erect. This will not cause issues or hurt any partners you’ll have in the future.
3. It isn’t wrong to fantasise about people you know - it is quite common. Just remember to treat these people with respect in real life - they are not actually involved in whatever is happening in your mind.
4. My main tip would be to explore and experiment with different kinds of sensations and touches. It’s hard get more specific than that, because everyone likes different things. What is better for you might not be better for someone else, you know?

That said, I think these articles might help if you’re looking for inspiration.
Going Solo: The Basics of Masturbation (If you scroll down a bit, you’ll find a section titled “Here are some common ways people masturbate with their genitals“.)
D.I.Y Sex Toys: Self-Love Edition