The Ultimate Guide to Going Solo

The Ultimate Guide to Going Solo

New to solo play – or simply looking for ways to switch things up? We’ve packed this guide with ideas on how to masturbate, toys to try, and top erogenous zones to tease. You’ll get all sorts of tips from Naughty Fusion. Did you know that masturbation comes with a whole range of feel-good benefits that last long after the big O? Check out these benefits of masturbation:

It can give you so much more than an orgasm

Masturbation is natural, healthy way to explore your body and desires, making it easier to ask for what you want when you have sex with someone else. Plus, it’s fun! A study from the National Library of medicine found that “masturbation can help people to explore their sexuality, experience pleasure and learn about their bodily responses in ways that may support healthy sexual development, self-esteem, and body positivity”. What’s not to love?

It can help you relax

Jerking off can boost sleep quality, reduce stress, improve your mood, relieve menstrual cramps and alleviate pain, according to Medical news today. “It’s great to do right before bed, in the bath, or during other relaxing nighttime rituals,” says Kelley Kitely L.C.S.W., a women’s mental health expert. “It naturally puts people in a meditative state.” As Kelley points out, concentrating on reaching orgasm can help to “shift the focus” away from racing thoughts.

It’ll boost your sex life, whether you’re playing solo or with a partner

A U.S. study compared two groups of married women aged 18 and 30. The women in the first group had climaxed through masturbation before, and those in the second group hadn’t. The results were striking: the study found that the women in the first group had significantly more orgasms, greater sexual desire and greater marital and sexual satisfaction than those in the second group — as well as needing less time to get aroused. We’ll take a wild guess that these amazing benefits are up for grabs even if you don’t fit into the study’s demographic. Either way, you’ll have fun finding out!

Masturbation myths

Despite all the benefits of masturbation, there are a few myths that stop people enjoying themselves to the max. Let’s banish those myths right here:

• Masturbation causes blindness and hairy palms. There’s no science at all to support this. It’s as simple as that. Case closed — next!
• It’s addictive. It might be a lot of fun, but there’s nothing about jerking off that can get you hooked. As long as it’s not interrupting your day-to-day life in a way that bothers you or causes you pain, you can safely masturbate as often as you like.
• It’s something to feel guilty about.
• Some people feel conflicted about masturbation because of their religious or cultural beliefs. But jerking off isn’t immoral or wrong, and self-pleasure isn’t something you need to feel ashamed of. If you’re wondering how to shake any guilt you’re feeling around solo sexual arousal, talking to a sex therapist could be helpful.
• People only masturbate when there are problems in their relationship. Some couples worry that there must be something wrong if one of them is masturbating. In fact, according to Medical news today, most men and women continue to masturbate — either alone or together — when they’re in a relationship. Many couples find that masturbation becomes an enjoyable part of their sex lives. Get your rocks off together: Try Mutual Masturbation Positions for couples.

. Plus, you’ll find out how masturbation could improve your relationship with your partner (and even with yourself).

So next time you fancy a spot of sexy self-care, you’ll have everything you need to get yourself there.

Only got time for a quickie?

Want to get the most out of masturbation but don’t have time to read the full guide? Here’s a quick rundown of the key tips for better solo play:

• Masturbation is self-care. It helps reduce stress, improve sleep, boost mood, and can even enhance your partnered sex life.
• Set the mood for pleasure. Relax, take your time, and create an environment that makes you feel comfortable and aroused.
• Explore different techniques. For example, try stroking the shaft of your penis and switching up the speed or grip style as you go. You can do it lying down, seated or standing up depending on what works best for your body.
• Experiment with sex toys. Bullets, dildos, and butt plugs can take your pleasure to new levels—just don’t forget the lube!
• Stimulate multiple erogenous zones. Play with your nipples, perineum, or anus to build even more intense orgasms.
• There’s no right or wrong way. Masturbation is personal, so take your time, have fun exploring, and don’t put pressure on yourself to climax every time.