Answer

On Samvatsari, it is best not to masturbate.

Yes, sexual urges can be biological, especially at your age. But in Jain Dharma, Samvatsari is a sacred day for self-control, purity, pratikraman, forgiveness, and reducing passions. So even if the urge feels natural, today is a day to practice restraint.

Explanation

Jain Dharma teaches brahmacharya — control over sexual thoughts and actions. For householders, brahmacharya does not always mean lifelong celibacy, but it does mean discipline and avoiding indulgence.

On Samvatsari, the focus is especially on:

• asking forgiveness: Micchami Dukkadam
• purifying thoughts, words, and actions
• reducing attachment and passions
• practicing self-restraint

Since masturbation strengthens sensual desire, Jain practice would advise avoiding it, especially today.

What You Can Do Instead

If the urge feels strong, try:

• take a cold or normal shower
• sit with family or go to the temple if possible
• do Navkar Mantra slowly
• read or listen to Samvatsari Pratikraman
• go for a walk
• avoid being alone with your phone
• sleep early if possible

Spiritual Understanding

Jain Dharma does not ask you to hate your body. It asks you to become stronger than your impulses. At 14, urges may come naturally, but spiritual growth means learning: “I do not have to obey every desire.”

Even trying sincerely today has great value.

Takeaway

For Samvatsari, avoid masturbation and use the day for restraint, forgiveness, and inner purity. If you slip, do not hate yourself — sincerely do pratikraman, ask forgiveness, and try again.

Micchami Dukkadam.