Benefits of Masturbation
Build Your Sexual Confidence
Despite what your mom might have told you, masturbation does not, in fact, cause you to go blind. Outside of addiction and unclean practices that lead to infection**, there are no scientific studies showing that masturbation has ANY harmful side effects. Instead, regular masturbation is beneficial to your overall health. This is true for both your physical and mental well-being, regardless of your gender.
Masturbation is not always about sexual urges, there are many benefits such as it being a stress reliever, sleep aid and many more fantastic reasons, and – what better way to kill time when you are bored? There are a lot of healthy positive effects associated with masturbation as well, not just physically but mentally and emotionally, too. Because of this, sex toys have come around to help us out.
There Are No Risks
Masturbation is also a safer way to achieve orgasm. You don’t have to worry about condoms, emotional attachments, or any of the other pitfalls of having sexual intercourse. It is a great way to explore your own sexual triggers, finding what buttons to push or what strokes works best, so when you DO decide to add a partner you know what works best for you and you can communicate those preferences. This can increase your libido, build your confidence and make you a better lover. When you masturbate, there is no such thing as a pregnancy scare. It’s only you and your favorite sex toys. Why not grab your favorite vibrator or lubricants and have fun alone – or with a partner if you’d like, it’s safe and amazing!
It Feels Amazing!
Have you ever been stressed, had a mental block, or been somewhat depressed, and then pleasured yourself with a dildo, bullet vibrator, sex toy or even just your hand? Immediately after achieving orgasm, did you feel better? That’s because masturbation increases blood flow, which causes more oxygen to travel to the brain and release endorphins, making it a natural anti-depressant and, overall, a FEEL GOOD exercise.
It Will Boost Your Libido
Masturbation helps a woman’s pelvic muscles get stronger, increasing the strength and possibility of orgasm and can help increase a man’s stamina. Regular masturbation, like regular exercise, can also lead to better sleep and relaxation. Another term for libido is ‘sex drive’ and refers to the emotion, mental energy and sexual desire related to sex. Since this is the case, a high libido is difficult to define because a ‘normal’ libido solely depends on the person. For one person, normal could mean 3 times a week while normal for someone else is once a month. Because of this, it is important to learn how your body works and what turns you on. With the many vibrators, flesh lights, sex dolls, lubricants and millions of other sex toys on the market, there is no reason no you should not practice self-love.
Have you tried mutual masturbation? Although it can start a sex session off on the right hand – pun intended, it is also a great one-on-one lesson on what you like. Because of this, it makes you more comfortable with your body and your partners body and bring forth a very special night – or morning.
It Keeps Your Pelvic Floor Strong
Like kegel exercises, orgasms cause your pelvic floor to constrict. When your have a strong pelvic floor, you could benefit from stronger orgasms, reduced menstrual cramps, better sleep and a better mood. Plus, you get to try all of the amazing sex toys on the market.
Sex toys date back many years. A 28,000-year-old phallus was found in Germany which is quoted as being the oldest known ‘sex toy’ ever found. There have been phalluses made from stone, wood, leather, and even camel dung have all be found during excavations or referenced throughout historical text and images. Because of this, now we should feel more comfortable buying, discussing and using them without shying away. Since sex toys are ‘technically’ made to increase the pleasure in bed, let’s talk about some of the reasons you absolutely SHOULD masturbate.
If you’re not sure how to engage in self play or are looking for new ways to spice up your masturbating options, stop by Condom Sense at one of its locations all over DFW. A specialist will be available to point you in the right direction, or you can shop discreetly online. We could all use the many benefits that masturbation has to offer, so get some relaxation, stress relief and better sleep today!
**Infections can be caused by using unclean toys or hands/fingers/nails during masturbation. Always wash your hands before masturbating digitally. Non-porous toys/objects are the best choice for self or partner play since porous objects are a great place for bacteria to hide and grow. Examples of porous materials used for sex toys include hard plastic, elastomer, thermoplastic elastomer (TPR), or jelly rubber. When using porous toys, a mild soap and water can be used to clean the toy. After cleaning, store your toys in a dry area away from other porous objects, like in a clean bag or box. You should wash your toys after every use. To find the best cleaner for your toys, ask a Condom Sense specialist when purchasing a new item.