But even if you have a consistent roadmap to orgasm, you could still benefit by switching things up.
(And,psst: These benefits can extend to partnered sex, too!)
What are the benefits of masturbating?
Additionally, masturbating can build your sexual self-esteemwhich can boost your confidence and mental health.
Thats a boon for your romantic relationships, too.
What are the 3 types of masturbation?
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Solo masturbation
This is exactly what it sounds likegetting it on by yourself.
Mutual masturbation
Mutual masturbation refers to masturbating alongside your partner or helping each other masturbate, according to Suwinyattichaiporn.
This can be for people in long-distance relationships, says Suwinyattichaiporn.
15 masturbation ideas that will add novelty and texture to your self-pleasure routine
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Then, allow yourself to experience the magic of orgasm.
(Just feeling like youre doing something forbidden or against the rules can be sexy, after all.)
Just double-check to test it out at home first just in case it isnt as quiet as expected.
Experiment with sensation play
Sensation play is all about using different items to achieve various types of stimulation.
What is The Missionary Sex Position?
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Try using a blindfold or scarf over the eyes while masturbating for added eroticism and pleasure, suggests Howard.
And just experimenting with a new one can spark fresh ideas for your next masturbation session.
This is essentially a way of making that edging fantasy come to life.
Experiment with new positions
Why not spice up your solo sesh by trying a newmasturbation position?
you’ve got the option to even take a stab at masturbate while standing up.
All you have to do is cross your legs, squeeze, and rub.
Listen to audio erotica
Ready to use more of your imagination during your solo session?
Suwinyattichaiporn recommends adding audio erotica to your playlist.
Plus, audio erotica comes in several forms, like audiobooks and podcasts, making access easy.
11.Incorporate sexual meditation
Audio erotica isnt for everyone.
But there are other ways to stay present and heighten your senses while you masturbate.
Enter: sexual meditation.
Suwinyattichaiporn explains that this practice can help you achieve a more mindful and deeper orgasm.
Get water involved
Feeling water on your body as you masturbate can be particularly erotic.
Capturing any moans or heavy breathing can be really erotic, she says.
Ask your partner to listen to your solo sesh
Sure, many people masturbate on their own.
But letting your partner hear you’re able to spice up your solo session.
Just see to it they’ve consented, of course.
If something new doesnt feel right or pleasurable, or is downright painful or scary, dont continue.
Frequently Asked Questions About Masturbation
Whats the best position to masturbate in?
Spoiler alert: Everyone is different.
While many enjoy a tried-on-true, lying-on-your-back position, what works for one masturbator might not work for another.
“So, see what positions make it easiest to enjoy yourself.”
Is it possible to masturbate too much?
Both Hodder-Shipp and Suwinyattichaiporn sayits not possible to masturbate too much.
The right amount of masturbation is whatever you feel comfortable with and desire.
Will masturbating make genitals less sensitive?
Do asexual people masturbate?
After all, beingasexual isnt the same as having a low libido.
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