do the sex . Welcome to Masturbation Monday with me , annette Benedetti , your host for Locker Room Talk and Chats . This is your invitation to join me for coffee in bed and a candid conversation about the masturbation practice I'm developing to support my mental , physical and emotional health and help manifest my dreams . Masturbation Monday is a guide to self-pleasure , better sex and using the power of the pussy to open new doors to a better life . Today's Masturbation Monday topic is one of my favorites . It is why you , regardless of your gender , should be masturbating and quite possibly masturbating more , according to research and science . Look , masturbation and self-pleasure is a topic that is shrouded in taboo and oppressed by shame , but the reality is it is key to your sexual well-being , as well as your mental and emotional health . To point out how ridiculous the mythology around masturbation is , I'm just going to share a couple of the common myths about masturbation that are , by the way , not at all backed by science or research . So here's some of the most common myths I uncovered and I've also heard myself . Masturbation causes infertility . There is absolutely no science to back that . Masturbation leads to sexual dysfunction , and that's a very common harmful myth that a lot of people buy into . Masturbation is addictive . Masturbation causes hair loss or acne . In fact , there's scientific evidence that says the opposite about masturbation and orgasm . Masturbation will damage your genitals . I promise you it will not do that . Masturbation causes blindness or health problems . Masturbation will damage your genitals . I promise you it will not do that . Masturbation causes blindness or health problems . Masturbation will make you weak or tired . And masturbation is only for single or unhappy people . I promise you . There are no facts to back that . So today I'm not only going to work on debunking some of these myths with science-backed statistics , but I also want to help listeners of mine understand how crucial self-pleasure is to their ongoing sexual health and mental and emotional well-being . So get your vibrators out , crawl in bed with me and let's talk about masturbation Cheers Now .
Speaker 1As many of you know , in 2022 , I embarked on a 365 days of orgasms challenge . I wanted to see if I could have an orgasm every day of the year . I wanted to see if I could have an orgasm every day of the year . Obviously , through self-pleasure , I did achieve my goal and it was life-changing for me on so many different levels . That challenge was the key that unlocked so many different doors to so many different aspects of myself that I didn't even know existed , from sexual confidence to my ability to enjoy sex , to my ability to regulate my mental and emotional health . There are so many things I learned over the course of that year , and ever since then , I have been championing masturbation for people of all genders , and I have spent a lot of time researching what science says when it comes to the benefits or the harm that could be caused by regular masturbation and , by and large , what I've discovered is that the benefits are massive and so many people don't know how crucial regular self-pleasure is to their overall health and well-being .
Speaker 1Today , I am going to break down the benefits by gender . I am going to talk about the benefits for women or people with vulvas , and I'm going to talk about the benefits for women or people with vulvas , and I'm going to talk about the benefits for men and people with penises , and then I'm going to talk about benefits again that are science-backed , that people of all genders can enjoy when they have a regular self-pleasure practice , which I highly recommend . You may not want to do this every day , but I suggest , a couple of times a week , three to four times a week , engaging in self-pleasure , because you deserve to experience , in my opinion , pleasure every day , but at least three or four times a week . You deserve to experience orgasmic pleasure . So we're going to start with women . What are the benefits that regular masturbation offers women ?
Speaker 1First , regular masturbation improves women's sexual pleasure and function . Research shows that over 52% of women who masturbate regularly , self-pleasure regularly , experience more sexual satisfaction . In addition to that , regular masturbation promotes vaginal health by providing additional blood flow to the area , which increases lubrication for women , which decreases pain for women during sex and daily life activities . Plus , it helps prevent vaginal atrophy , which women can experience as they age . Vaginal atrophy can be incredibly painful for women going through perimenopause , in menopause and later on in life , and by including regular masturbation , specifically penetrative masturbation , you can help avoid experiencing vaginal atrophy . Second , regular masturbation can help with pain relief around menstrual cramps . It can also help just decrease the pain and discomfort you feel during your menstrual cycle . Research shows that 70% of women who masturbate during their cycle report a decrease in the amount of pain they experience and cramping they experience . This is , of course , due to the feel-good hormones and chemicals that are released into your body when you experience pleasure and orgasm .
Speaker 1Another huge and important benefit that a regular self-pleasure practice offers women is a boost in confidence . In fact , 30% of women who masturbate regularly report experiencing more body confidence . Now , this is thought to be because you connect with your body more , you start to understand it more . Self-pleasure is an act of self-worship , so this can translate to body positivity , confidence in the bedroom and just general confidence in everyday life . One of my favorite benefits that comes from a regular masturbation practice is a reduction in anxiety and stress . Orgasms stimulate the release of oxytocin and endorphins , which can lower your cortisol levels . Now , lowering your cortisol levels is super important for women A it can reduce the fat we have around our bellies , which , of course , fat around our bellies and anything close to our heart increases our chances of heart attacks and heart problems . And 74% of women who masturbate report feeling calmer and experiencing a lower stress level . If you are not masturbating and you are stressed out right now and you're frustrated with added fat around your belly and weight gain that feels uncontrollable , now might be the time to start touching yourself . And finally , another incredible benefit , especially for women who experience higher stress levels , is that a regular self-pleasure practice can promote better sleep . If you are experiencing insomnia , if you are experiencing restlessness through the night . A masturbation practice before bed is ideal . So when you orgasm , your body releases prolactin , which promotes healthy and deep , restful sleep . A whopping 60% of women report sleeping better when they masturbate at night .
Speaker 1So now let's talk about masturbation and men and people with penises . I would say the mythology around men and masturbation is oftentimes more intense the idea that men who masturbate a lot are just sex fiends and don't care about connection and intimacy . It's just not true , and there is a lot of misinformation out there about masturbation and its effects on men's health and ability to perform in bed . Many men think that if they masturbate a lot , they won't be able to get it up in bed and they won't be good lovers . But that's not at all what the research and science says . So let's dive in to some of the benefits that men can experience when they masturbate regularly .
Speaker 1First , one of the most important benefits that masturbation has been shown to offer men is an increase in prostate health and a decrease in the chance of experiencing prostate cancer . Regular ejaculation has been shown to decrease the risk of prostate cancer in men . In fact , the research shows that men who masturbate and ejaculate at least 21 times a month have a 20% lower risk of getting prostate cancer . Regular ejaculation helps flush out potential toxins from the prostate . Another incredible benefit that regular masturbation offers men is that men who masturbate regularly report improved sexual performance . Men who masturbate regularly develop better control over their sexual response . 55% of men who masturbate regularly report improved sexual endurance and an increase in control over their sexual response during partnered sex because of their mindful masturbation practices .
Speaker 1A third important benefit that regular masturbation offers men is increased mental health , wellness and a boost in mood . Orgasms trigger the release of oxytocin and serotonin , which reduces the symptoms of depression in men . 80% of men who masturbate regularly report a boost in mood immediately after orgasm . I don't think most of us women are surprised by that , but it can also lead to an increase in overall mood across time . A lesser known benefit for men that regular masturbation offers is increased erectile health . Regular masturbation provides increased blood flow to the penis , which can actually reduce chances of erectile dysfunction down the line . Men who ejaculate frequently are 25% less likely to experience erectile dysfunction . Regular ejaculation keeps the penile tissue healthy and elastic , and that's exactly how we want it to be . And finally , just as with women , regular masturbation helps men sleep better at night . A whopping 60% of men report sleeping better after an orgasm . I don't think there's any surprise there . So those are some benefits , according to whether or not you have a vulva or a penis .
Speaker 1Now I want to share some benefits that are good for people regardless of gender . First of all , regular self-pleasure practice is really good for mental and emotional health . In fact , 78% of people who have a regular self-pleasure practice report elevated mood , lower depression , lower stress and being , overall , happier individuals . Now , science backs this because of all of the feel-good hormones that you get to experience on a regular basis . If you are having a regular self-pleasure practice . Basically , every time you participate in masturbation or a self-pleasure practice , it's like taking a little happy pill that gives you a mood boost and then helps regulate your mood over time . Along with boosting your mood , a regular self-pleasure practice also boosts your immune system and helps you stay healthier . How does it do that ? Regular orgasms increase immune function by increasing your levels of immunoglobulin A , which increases their likelihood of staying healthier .
Speaker 1Third and this is pretty obvious regular masturbation helps reduce sexual tension and frustration . 70% of people who have a regular masturbation practice report feeling more sexually satisfied , less sexually frustrated and more emotionally balanced when it comes to their sexual well-being and their sexual needs being met . That may seem obvious to you , but again go back to the myths that state that only sad , lonely people masturbate . Another big benefit that comes from regular masturbation is self-exploration and understanding , especially when it comes to your own experience of pleasure and your own sexual needs . It's hard to tell someone else what you enjoy , what you like and what you need to experience true sexual connection and fulfillment in a relationship if you haven't taken the time to explore on your own . Over the course of the year that I had an orgasm every day , I discovered how to have internal orgasms , different types of internal orgasms , and in turn I've been able to share that with my partners so that we can experience more fulfilling , exciting and connected sex when we're together . And finally , another incredible benefit of creating a regular masturbation practice is that 20% of people who regularly masturbate report feeling more confident in bed and having a higher level of body positivity . So there you go .
Speaker 1Having a regular masturbation practice can actually make you feel better about yourself in bed with somebody else , and it also is an act of self-love . Providing yourself with pleasure daily is a gift you are giving yourself . It's saying I deserve regular pleasure . I deserve all of the benefits that come with experiencing a regular orgasm . You don't have to wait for somebody else to give you that . It is a gift you can give yourself . And it's a gift of self-love . And we all know that better relationships come from having a higher level of self-love . And we all know that better relationships come from having a higher level of self-love . Once you have a good relationship with yourself in bed and in life , you can have a better relationship with the people you love , both in bed and in life .
Speaker 1Look , masturbation isn't just about physical pleasure . It is a scientifically proven method of self-care that offers numerous health benefits to people of all genders , from improved sexual health and mental health well-being to better sleep and enhanced body positivity . The advantages of a regular self-pleasure practice are clear . So , as part of your wellness routine , consider making time for a little self-love , backed by science , of course . So if you don't have a regular self-pleasure practice and you would like help creating one with specific goals in mind , whether that's relationship goals , health goals , mental health goals , whatever it is I am here to help you
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