The Wonderful Benefits of Mutual Masturbation
Masturbation is a topic that is often shrouded in taboo. Especially when it comes to indulging in that masturbation as a pair rather than on your own. Many people feel ashamed or embarrassed to talk about it, let alone engage in it. But the truth is, mutual masturbation can be a great way for partners to connect with each other on a deeper level and enjoy enhanced sexual satisfaction.
Not to mention a host of other benefits that come alongside it. Allow me to elaborate…
What is mutual masturbation?
Mutual masturbation is the act of pleasing oneself and one’s partner pleases themself simultaneously. Simply put: you touch yourself while your partner touches themself too.
It can require some vulnerability – after all, you may have reserved masturbation for yourself and yourself only previously – but there are also many benefits to it, both physically and emotionally. Ultimately, mutual masturbation is a very pleasurable experience for both partners.
What are the benefits mutual masturbation?
Mutual masturbation can often be shied away from because people are under the impression it’s something they should keep private, shouldn’t be open about, and sometimes even feel ashamed off.
But that couldn’t be further from the truth.
Self-gratification has a number of benefits for both partners. It can help to foster a sense of intimacy, increase communication and enhance sexual satisfaction. In addition, it can also be a great way to relieve stress and tension, improve moods and promote better sleep habits…
Mutual masturbation can increase intimacy
Quite unsurprisingly, mutual masturbation can help to foster a sense of intimacy and closeness between partners. This is because it provides an opportunity for them to connect on a very personal level by being entirely vulnerable with one another and sharing an intimate experience that helps to strengthen the bond between them.
Mutual masturbation can improve communication between partners
Mutual masturbation can also help to improve communication between partners. When couples take the time to focus on their own needs and pleasure in the presence of a partner, it leads to a more open dialogue in other areas of the relationship as well. In addition, mutual masturbation can be a great way to discuss sexual fantasies or desires with your partner, helping to enhance sexual communication for both individuals.
Mutual masturbation results in increased sexual satisfaction
Mutual masturbation has been shown to lead to increased sexual satisfaction for both partners. This is because it allows couples to understand each other’s bodies in a more intimate way, leading to a better understanding of what turns each other on and feels good for both individuals. And, of course, there’s the wonderful physical and emotional release that comes with masturbation, improving sexual functioning and increasing pleasure.
Mutual masturbation can relieve stress and tension
Let’s face it. In this day and age, we all get stressed and tense about something. Well, some mutual masturbation can tackle that, as one of the key benefits of is that it can help to relieve stress and tension. When we are feeling overwhelmed or stressed out, indulging in some self-care can be a great way to de-stress and relax. Masturbation is a perfect way to do this, as it releases endorphins that can help to improve moods, and it only gets better when you do it with someone you’re intimate with.
Mutual masturbation may help you sleep better
A lovely bonus benefit of mutual masturbation is that it can help to improve sleep habits. When you have an orgasm, your body releases oxytocin, sometimes called the “cuddle hormone”, and this oxytocin can help to promote relaxation and calmness. This, alongside the physical release of tension after an orgasm, can help you to relax and drift off to sleep more easily. So why not introduce mutual masturbation into your nightly routine?
So next time you’re settling down for bed with your loved one, why not open up the conversation about mutual masturbation? You have the benefits to back it up, and you’ll be guaranteed a good night’s sleep afterwards…