By kerrifjeld (23, F, CA)
In the Beginning there was…Masturbation
Depictions of celebrated male masturbation date back to the time of the Egyptians. The Sumerians made reference to the Mesopotamian god, Enki, whose self-satisfied ejaculation supposedly filled the Tigris River with flowing water.
Girls Just Want to Have Fun
A common masturbation misconception is that girls should keep their hands out of the cookie jar. The truth is, girls and women do and should masturbate! Studies show that women who masturbate have higher self-esteem than those who don’t. They are also more likely to orgasm when they engage in sexual acts with a partner.
Talk Dirty to Yourself
Not ready to talk dirty with your partner? Experts suggest that the best way to get comfortable with talking dirty is to do it while no one’s watching. Talking dirty to yourself while you masturbate can be a sizzling way to spice up your masturbation techniques and loosen you up in general!
Orgasms Can Relieve Menstrual Cramps
That’s right, ladies! Studies have shown that having an orgasm can reduce the intensity of menstrual cramps.
Hey, Guys! Don’t Always use the Same Hand!
If you consistently masturbate with the same hand, switching it up may be strange and exciting…almost like sleeping with a new partner!
Too Much Fun?
Many people fear that they are masturbating too much. BUT have no fear…according to counselors, you can masturbate till you drop, as long as it doesn’t interfere with your everyday activities.
Ahead of Her Time
In 1994, Dr. Jocelyn Elders, the first women to be appointed to the position of US Surgeon General, was fired because she suggested that masturbation be taught in schools. It’s a form of abstinence, right?
• Cool Nurse: Masturbation
• Important Events in the History of Masturbation
• The Masturbation Guide
• Sex, Etc.
• Masturbation Myths
• Female Masturbation
