7 Reasons Masturbation Is Good For You

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Explore the benefits of masturbation and why it's good for you in this masturbation guide.
Masturbation, self-pleasure, self-intimacy, sexual release, self-exploration, self-care—regardless of the terminology you prefer, a large majority of individuals engage in the pleasure practice of masturbation on a regular basis.
Masturbation is driven by the desire to enhance your pleasure, improve intimacy, and achieve orgasm (or even multiple orgasms). Whether engaging in this activity with a partner or embarking on a journey of positive self-exploration, masturbation serves as a means to establish a deeper understanding and connection with one's body.
Now, let's move beyond the undeniable pleasure and explore additional reasons why embracing masturbation can be a positive aspect of one's life. Brace yourself for a delightful revelation: masturbation is not only enjoyable, but it is also a healthy and beneficial activity. Yes, you read that right! Read on to discover the wonders of this sex-positive practice.


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1. It Provides Stress Relief

In our modern society, stress has become an integral part of everyone's lives. So, anything that helps to relieve even a little bit of stress is a good thing, right? Well, you can add masturbation to that list! When you engage in masturbation, your body releases endorphins into the bloodstream. These endorphins act as natural mood boosters. They have the potential to provide you with natural stress relief. Even if you don't reach a full orgasm during masturbation, the release of endorphins alone can still contribute to stress reduction.

2. It Helps You Sleep Better

Engaging in masturbation and experiencing orgasm can aid in achieving a more peaceful and restful sleep. This correlation can be understood when considering the heightened state of relaxation that follows. If you have ever drifted off to sleep easily after experiencing a powerful orgasm during sexual activity, then you are already familiar with this phenomenon. The same effect can be observed when you masturbate, presenting an opportunity for you to harness this benefit. If you have been encountering difficulties falling asleep lately, consider incorporating masturbation into your nightly routine to promote a more tranquil rest.

3. It Provides Pain Relief

While it may not serve as a cure-all, masturbation can offer relief from certain types of pain including cramps or headaches. When you engage in masturbation, the release of endorphins can assist in alleviating pain. Additionally, orgasms trigger the release of oxytocin, the body's natural pain-relieving hormone. It's worth noting that individuals who experience menstrual periods often report that orgasms can provide instant relief from menstrual cramping. How cool is that?

4. It Boosts Sex Drive

Have you ever come across the saying, "The more you indulge in sexual activity, the stronger your desire becomes"? Well, this statement holds true, particularly for individuals with penises. The more a person with a penis ejaculates, the more their body craves ejaculation.Interestingly, the body cannot differentiate between sexual intercourse and masturbation, resulting in a similar outcome. On the other hand, for individuals with vaginas, the more orgasms they experience, the more their desire for pleasure intensifies. Hence, even if they engage in solo orgasms, the longing for partnered experiences persists.

5. It Can Help Lower Chances of Prostate Cancer

Research suggests a correlation between regular ejaculation and a decreased risk of prostate cancer among individuals with prostates. Studies conducted by Men's Health in 2016 found that those who engage in self-stimulation or sexual activity and ejaculate five times or more per week experienced a one-third lower likelihood of developing prostate cancer. This evidence emphasizes the potential health advantages of increased ejaculation frequency, irrespective of one's existing sexual activity.

6. It Can Improve Endurance

Regular masturbation, particularly when incorporating edging techniques, can improve stamina and endurance during sexual intercourse. That's right! Engaging in edging—reaching the edge of orgasm, pausing, restarting, and repeating—can serve as a form of endurance training, enabling you to prolong your performance and enhance your ability to last longer when engaging in sexual activities with a partner.

7. It Increases Your Chances of Having Multiple Orgasms

First, masturbation allows for a deep exploration and understanding of one's own body and sexual response. Through self-stimulation, individuals can learn about their unique erogenous zones, preferences, and levels of arousal, which can contribute to more intense and pleasurable sensations. During masturbation, individuals have control over the pace, pressure, and stimulation techniques they use.

This level of control enables them to prolong the pleasurable sensations and build up to multiple orgasms. Masturbation offers a safe and non-judgmental environment for individuals to fully immerse themselves in their own pleasure without any performance pressure or expectations.

This allows you to focus on your journey of enhancing your pleasure. Not all individuals with vaginas may experience multiple orgasms, as each person's sexual response is unique. However, masturbation provides an opportunity for exploration, self-discovery, the potential for increased pleasure, and the possibility of experiencing multiple orgasms.

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17 comments


  • Pete

    Love masturbation with toys and the lubricant


  • John

    What nutrients do you need to support daily masturbation?


  • LAurie

    Gotta do it every day! Just gotta start my day witha orgasm!


  • Charlie

    Im clean shaven and it feels so good.At least once a day sometimes more


  • Sexy Queen

    Whenever I feel the urge and can. It relieves stress. Fall asleep and feel relaxed. Use a couple different toys to help relieve stress.


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