During a girls’ night out the subject of self-pleasuring came up. I’m uncomfortable with the topic and I’ve never done it so I just listened. Apparently I’m the odd one in the group and it’s been bothering me ever since. Is this something that I actually should be doing?
Leslie Meeker – Absolutely, for sure, yes, yes, yes! While women actually talk more amongst themselves about sex than men do, yes that’s the truth, the topic of women and self-love has been taboo for eons. Times are definitely changing. Women are no longer keeping what they’re doing down-low on the down low, hence your girls’ night conversation. Female solo sex is on the rise. Truly a great step for woman-kind. The health benefits that accompany said me-time are significant.
Beginning with the more obvious, self-stimulation allows women to become comfortable in their bodies and knowledgeable about their bodies, which seriously boosts sexual self-confidence. Reaching climax releases endorphins that elevate mood, reduce stress and improve sleep. Engaging in self-sensuality increases your overall sexual desire and interest, ultimately strengthening your sexual relationship with your partner as well.
Some of the best news ever: Self-pleasuring counts as exercise! Preferable to the gym on any given day, if I might say. Climax provides a serious workout for the pelvic floor, improving childbirth, intercourse and urinary continence. Better yet, strong pelvic floor muscles allow you to “get there” more easily, more frequently and with greater intensity.
Numerous studies have shown that women who pleasure themselves more frequently are less likely to develop type-2 diabetes and are more resistant to coronary heart disease. Self-stimulation even helps prevent cervical and urinary tract infections as the cervix opens during climax and flushes out unfriendly bacteria. Other research found that a little manage-a-moi effectively treats restless leg syndrome – no script necessary. I mean seriously, ladies? Get it on with your bad self!
And let us not forget one of the greatest gifts bestowed upon the female creature: Multiple O’s. The capacity to climax multiple times is quite literally right at your fingertips. A party of one is still a party, so party on and why stop at one?