There has always been a lot of misinformation and myths surrounding the art of masturbation (not to mention the claim that «masturbation is only for single people»). So, it’s time to give masturbation the recognition it deserves.

Can excessive masturbation cause blindness?

Only if done while looking directly into the sun.

Is there a possibility of erectile dysfunction?

No, it is not. But if you keep your cell phone in the front pocket of your pants for a long time, you might get erectile dysfunction. Are there any health benefits to masturbation? That’s why we’re here! Good news, men! Masturbation can help you sleep better, reduce stress, and boost your self-esteem by increasing your perception of body image. Basically, you get the same benefits as weight training or running on a treadmill, but you are spared gym membership fees and sore muscles the next day.

Masturbation boosts confidence, study proves!

According to a study conducted by a toy company called TENGA, masturbating more can make you a better lover and increase your orgasms. 2,000 men’s masturbation habits were studied and found that men who masturbated weekly were more likely than men who rarely touched their bodies to be performance and were found to be 10% more confident in their performance.

On the other hand, 12% of men who touch themselves tend to have higher quality orgasms and 6% tend to find their bodies beautiful. In short, either pleasure yourself more often or get a man who does. Alix Fox, Tenga’s sex and relationship ambassador, is in no doubt: «Men who regularly take time to please themselves and appreciate their bodies are more likely to feel confident in their bodies and more relaxed when playing with their sex partners. They are more likely to be able to do so. The more a man discovers his body, the more likely he is to bring that same sense of freedom, adventure, and thrill to his lover.»

Getting in touch with yourself can literally save your life.

I don’t mean to overstate the case, but masturbating, getting to know your body, and talking about it casually could really save your life. According to a recent survey, 60% of men say they don’t know what it feels like to have a potentially cancerous lump in their testicle. In addition, an astonishing 82% reported feeling uncomfortable and unwilling to open up about their genital problems to their practitioner.

As Alix says, «Men die because the symptoms of testicular cancer are not detected early enough or simply go unnoticed. Men are too worried or too embarrassed to discuss possible signs with their doctors. This is a reality, and the masturbation taboo does nothing to remedy this situation, as men develop a sense of secrecy in touching, knowing, and talking about their bodies.»

So, for the sake of men’s health and everyone’s enjoyable sex life, let’s elevate the conversation around masturbation and encourage men to indulge in it.