TL;DR : I have erection problems, even when under medication to prevent the issue. I will see my doctor again, but am open to any suggestions or advice that could help me overcome it

Hello asktrp,

I come here to ask for advice on how to treat my erectile dysfunction (ED), as I feel that some people here have been through the same problem, but overcame it. I'll start by explaining my background, and then the steps I have already taken to fix the issue.

Background

I am a 27yo male, tall and good looking, with a high IQ (i mention this because i think too much, which in turn causes stress and anxiety). I am also a confident guy in my everyday life. However, when it comes to my sexuality, I have absolutely no confidence. I also have trouble connecting with people (I don't speak much, and often don't know what to say in group settings). I consider myself a virgin (I penetrated some girls but lost my erection quite rapidly, and didn't ejaculate)

After discovering TRP, about 3 months ago, I started turning my life around. I changed my diet, fixed my sleep schedule, made conscious efforts about my frame, started to push myself more at the gym (I was stagnating), and 'ill continue to do so and more.

About three weeks ago, I met a girl (friend of friend), and kissed her. I didn't bring her home because my apartment was a mess, and because i felt i would not get an erection (anxiety).

Since i knew I would see her again,i took some steps to proactively fix my problem.

Steps taken

First of all, I completely stopped watching porn (about the time I met the girl), but I've been watching porn for so long that I feel it has done some damage.

I also went to see my doctor, and told him about the erectile problems I've had before (either i couldn't get an erection, or I couldn't maintain it), so he prescribed me pills : Sildenafil, which is like viagra.
First time i saw the girl again, I took one pill (50mg), but it was at the same time that I ate, and it did nothing for me, either during the night or in the morning. I felt like I wasn't even a man...

I went to see my doctor again and told him about it, and he advised to take 2 pills, and to take them with an empty stomach, so that the medication can spike and break my psychological barrier.

That's what i did, but this time I got an erection (not strong enough for penetration) in the evening. The next day I managed to penetrate the girl, but lost my erection after 2 minutes. I try to comfort myself by hamstering my way out, using the excuse of lack of sleep (I slept 3h the day i met the girl and was exhausted, and barely slept when she spent the night). However, the situation didn't affect me as much mentally. I am angry about it and want it to change, but I almost feel like I usually do.

As a point of reference, when I'm alone, i can masturbate without problem, but my erection is never too strong. With my ED medication, i can have strong erections when I'm alone. This causes me to wonder whether the problem is purely psychological, or if it is also physical.

Steps to take

I plan on seeing my doctor again and tell him about the situation, also perhaps have him inspect if everything is okay physically.
I also plan on meditating a bit more frequently (meditation already helped me socially, a few years ago).
I try to keep myself busy, by doing sports, seeing friends, etc, so that I can have fun and don't overthink.
Putting myself first is also something i am trying, but it is not easy as I have been conditioned to be a people-pleaser throughout my life.

I am open to any suggestions that can or could help me overcome this problem, so if you have some, it would be greatly appreciated.

PS: Any criticism regarding the post quality, writing style, etc. are more than welcome (like using less "I") !