Chastity and orgasm denial discussion

I’ve spent a good deal of time reading here without posting. I finally created an account, and this marks my debut.

About three years back, I purchased a device. Initially, I handled self-locking well, though I gave in after roughly four days on that first try. My personal record stands at seven consecutive days. Lately, I’ve settled into a routine of masturbating between one to three times daily, but I’d like to reduce this frequency.

A friend has agreed to keep my keys for me. We’ve already experimented with some denial while navigating the challenges of being long-distance. Her goal is eventually to have me reaching orgasm just once a month or even less frequently. O.O

Here’s what I’m wondering: What would be an effective regimen for strengthening my denial stamina? I plan to start by locking up for four days, then extend that to seven days straight afterward. After that initial progression, where should I head next? Does this seem like a solid foundation?

I’d appreciate advice on structuring my journey toward that once-a-month milestone.

Thank you!