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You’ve probably masturbated often to “relieve pressure.” Masturbation is a very simple and extremely pleasant way to release sexual tension. Whether you prefer traditional vanilla sex or are a fan of BDSM, masturbation is always an important element across different sexual practices. Masturbation benefits: there is much more to it than just relieving pressure on the testicles. Here are the 10 most important facts you need to know.
1. Masturbation Brings “Life” to Your Penis
Normally, your best asset doesn’t get much attention in everyday life. Your penis and scrotum hang limply. This means your heart pumps very little blood to the penis. Regular blood flow is important to keep the tissue healthy and functional. When aroused, your brain signals that blood is needed down there, and the increased blood flow gives you an erection. When you masturbate, you’re not only experiencing sexual pleasure but also performing an essential function that ensures your penis and testicles remain healthy and functional in the long run. Additionally, masturbation can help prevent erectile dysfunction.
2. Reward Yourself
Rewarding yourself for achievements is a natural human behavior. Masturbation can serve this purpose as well. What could be better than after a stressful day at the office with annoying colleagues, taking matters into your own hands and masturbating away all the frustration? You can use masturbation as a reward and a form of positive reinforcement. For example, plan a self-pleasure session after completing tasks at work or home. The thought of this upcoming time will be a great motivator for you.
This idea of reward also plays a significant role in BDSM. For instance, a Master may allow his slave to masturbate if they have behaved well and been obedient. Conversely, a dominant partner may use masturbation or, more specifically, denying it as punishment for misbehavior.
3. Positive Self-Perception
Many people are not happy with what they see when they look in the mirror. Masturbation can help you develop a positive image of yourself. The secret weapon is oxytocin. This neurotransmitter, also known as the love hormone, is released when you masturbate. Perhaps you’ve experienced looking at your body during self-pleasure and thinking, “Wow, I’m one hot guy.” This shift in self-perception is caused by oxytocin. Masturbation promotes self-love.
4. Orgasm Calmness
You’re probably familiar with the feeling of being totally relaxed and calm immediately after an orgasm during masturbation. This is also called “post-nut clarity.” Suddenly, solutions to problems or ideas pop into your head that you couldn’t come up with before masturbating. The reason lies in the pleasure hormones your body releases during masturbation and then stops producing after orgasm. After orgasm, your brain stops thinking about sex and is free to focus on other things. Masturbation, therefore, provides calmness and increases your concentration.
5. “Sleep Aid” Masturbation
Masturbation in the evening can also help you fall asleep and sleep better. Among other chemicals, the neurotransmitters prolactin and vasopressin are released during masturbation. These hormones are not only involved in sexual activity but also help with sleep. After masturbation, where your heart rate increases and muscles tense, everything relaxes again. Your heart rate decreases, your muscles unwind, and with the help of the released neurotransmitters, you fall asleep more easily.
If you have trouble sleeping, try this: Take 2 mg of melatonin an hour or two before bed, then masturbate as usual and go to sleep after the orgasm. Many people report that masturbation combined with melatonin helps them fall asleep faster.
6. Feel and Look Younger Through Masturbation
Masturbation gives many older men the feeling of being younger than they actually are. Holding your penis, sliding your hand up and down it, and eventually ejaculating gives you energy and life. Other things may not work as well due to your age, but you still master the art of pleasuring your penis with your hand.
Studies have actually shown that people who masturbate regularly look younger than their actual age. This can be attributed to good blood circulation, better stress relief, and healthier sleep. Those who have plenty of time to masturbate may also have a less demanding job.
7. Sexual Fulfillment
There are countless ways to incorporate masturbation into everyday life, even if you’re a BDSM enthusiast. For example, mutual masturbation can be extremely arousing. Or imagine someone watching you masturbate in a public restroom or parking lot. If you live as a sub in a Top/Sub relationship, your Top may command you to masturbate but forbid you from reaching orgasm. Your Top might also tie you up in bondage and erotically tease your penis, allowing you to watch but not touch yourself.
Regardless of your sexual fantasies, fetishes, or preferences, masturbation serves as a means of fulfilling sexual desires in many ways. Whether you’re pleasuring yourself or letting someone else do it, it’s an exciting experience that benefits both your body and soul. Especially for those with depression, masturbation can be helpful, as it releases dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and endorphins, which can reduce anxiety and improve your mood.
8. Symbiosis of Masturbation and Sex
When masturbating, we learn more about our bodies and erogenous zones. The better we know ourselves, the more confident we become and the more open we are to adventures. This means that masturbation doesn’t reduce your desire for sex; on the contrary, the more you masturbate, the better your stamina during sex. Frequent sex sessions can also increase your desire to pleasure yourself more often.
In the BDSM realm, this concept can be used effectively. You could increase your sub’s desire for sexual experiences by having them masturbate often. At some point, they’ll be so eager that you, like some Tops do, may offer them to other men for sex. They’ll get fucked while you watch and enjoy masturbating.
9. Investment in the Sex Toy Industry
Masturbation is even more fun with small, pleasant accessories. A masturbator, a nice-smelling lubricant, or good poppers, for example, can enhance your masturbation experience. These helpers usually don’t cost much but turn every self-pleasure session into an unforgettable experience.
10. Masturbation Costs Nothing
With people having less disposable income, they can’t afford to go out with friends, visit men’s saunas, or hire a callboy as often. But that’s okay because one of the biggest advantages of masturbation is that it costs nothing (well, maybe a few cents for a tissue to clean up your cum). But even that can be avoided if you ejaculate into your hand or directly into the toilet. As a Top, you always have your sub’s mouth available for cleanup, of course.
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