I’m not married anymore, so masturbation (in my opinion) is a physical necessity. I treat it the same as brushing my teeth and other bodily necessities.
It's my earliest childhood memory. Younger brother and I shared a bed. Every night he told me to stop shaking the bed. Now, at 80+. with an uninterested spouse, I'm still going strong.
When I was 10 or 11, I was camping in a camper with my Dad and older Brother. I was in my own bunk bed - going to town on my new found mission and my Dad yelled across the dark camper - "What are you doing over there?!?! I wasn't embarrassed, I was just a kid, I didn't think it was wrong, I just knew it felt good. But I stopped and only did it when I was alone after that. I'm sure he knew what I was doing. Maybe knew. HOWEVER - it was NEVER mentioned again. Thank GOD!
@@infledermaus If they did, I'm guessing they just turned away quickly and got out of the room. When I was an adult I asked them - Why didn't you ever tell me about the facts of life? They told me "We always figured you knew more than us."
Far as I'm concerned, masturbation is a beautiful gift from God---the power of sexuality is one of the greatest things he gave us. It's not something to shun or be ashamed of.
@@davidl570btw. Why are there teachings about why jerking off is bad. And semen retention is the healthy way to go? Theres spiritual teachings about it. I mean not gonna lie. Being on semen retention for months actually made me feel good and healthy/strong compared to if your releasing often. You can feel the difference.
Good professional advice, I always remember Woody Allens one liner in one of his movies when asked about this topic - 'At least I am doing it with someone I love'
I'm 75 and I've slowed down recently. I do it only once a day now. There was the time I needed it more. Thank God, that's not the case now. I just don't have the energy as I've lost 90 percent of my lungs. But the one time per day is plenty.
@@rk7750 @nze69 don't listen to him. it is not normal to do 3x a day, this is what the people in power want, it will decrease testosterone and make you feel horrible. give it a 2 week retention, promise it will be worth it.
As long as there is no pain. You'll know when there is dull throbbing from within & sometimes even blood mixed with semen but none when you pee. If this happens should try stopping for a few days, then maybe try once or twice a week. Visit a doctor if there is still blood past a week or 2.
What you should know is that all these comments are for masturbators because if they are not they wouldn't be in this comment section and you are also a masturbator😂😂
The last item was the most important, I think. Masturbation might lower the risc of prostate cancer. It is so important that I think it should initiate big research efforts, since since there are so many deaths from it.
Yep, (for those who believe in God like me), I think it's one of the best gifts he gave us! He knew what he was doing when he created the male body and gave us the gift of sexuality and orgasm. The penis and scrotum are beautiful works of art and shouldn't be shunned or considered gross or cringy, far as I'm concerned.
I wish I had known that it could prevent prostate cancer as I would’ve done it much more frequently. Bottom line, I got it, had radiation and my orgasms were destroyed. Makes me feel like my manhood was taken from me. But I guess I shouldn’t complain as I am alive.
Re: Myth # 5 - In my late 20’s I was diagnosed with OCD. I was also sent to a therapist who was very sex negative. As someone who identified male at the time and was, well, in my late 20’s, I easily masturbated 5x a week. Not long sessions, just 7-15 minutes, then get on with my day. But my therapist insisted doing it more than monthly was a sign of sex addiction especially in someone with OCD and insisted I go to 12 step program for that. It really messed me up around sex and intimacy for a long time. There are some really sick therapists out there.
As Dryden said of corrupt priests, "The corruption of the best is the worst". I agree that there are more bad therapists than good ones; however, a good one is worth his/her weight in gold! x
I started tugging when I was 12 years old and had my first erection. Here it is 35 years later and I'm enjoying it more than ever. Looking at p*** helps too get to the finish line a little quicker.
Thank you so much for all that information. Society spreads those false myths and sometimes could hurt relations, self~steem and promote controversial beliefs
I remembered a myth you didn’t cover: When I was hanging out with a bunch of guys in my high school, one of us stated that masturbation causes tiny hairs to grow on the palms of your hands. He laughed and pointed his finger at all the guys who turned their palms over to inspect and see if this was true!
Surprised he didn't cover that myth in this video, considering that he mentioned the stupid "blind" myth! (Can't believe he even had to mention that........................LORD!).
I realize this was a serious video, but if I was filming it, I absolutely would have had the guy wear sunglasses when he got to the myth about masturbation causing blindness.
I am single and I do it 2-3 times a week and to be honest it helps me a lot. Otherwise, I cannot sleep, something does not allow me to sleep until I let it out. It must go out, then i can sleep well.
While it is not dangerous on a physical level, masturbation is still best enjoyed responsibly keeping the natural side effects in mind - for example, for me it causes a phase of relaxation and sleepiness afterwards, so it can be detrimental when I need to be alert and active afterwards. There is also an element of mental hygene - e.g. the images and imaginations one nutures during masturbation can freely drift in all kinds of directions when they are discoupled from a partner like that, this can ultimately lead to a kind of social dysfunction if not minded out and kept in check. But you can also actively shape your life using masturbation fantasies as a technique. You should try it sometime.
I agree on the second part, and I hate these so called motivational NoFap videos saying that we need to completely quit masturbation and that other hobbies will help us forget, except that it doesnt matter what you do, how healthy you are, the urge will still come and thats natural.
Logical practical information. Masturbation has been an avid hobby of mine since I was about 9 or 10. I turned out alright. Thanks for the affirmation,, doctor. :-)
If u don't do it.. the body Will make u come automatically when u sleep when it come to the Times when ur bucket is soo Full.. but u have the option.. do it 1 time a week and u get happiness or make the body system do it.. u know what i mean right
That’s because of toxic, untrue religious and cultural socialization. Masturbation is normal, healthy, and a beautiful part of life. Embrace it and forget the lies.
Masturbation is a good thing...period! When I was a boy, I LOVED TO MASTURBATE!!...and I still do today...and I'm a happy 78 year old! "Jacking Off" is a good thing...bottom line!
I a long term arraign masturbation is common as a sexual relief when no partner sex is allowed -shit happens when one partners sex drive doesn’t match the other ---online porn is the refuge for the partner with a higher sex drive -no shame in that !
I don't know if you post answers or comments to those who post comments. I'm almost 75 and I live alone. For me masturbation is a welcome way of release. I make it something very enjoyable and my "happy ending" is beyond belief. I also use Testosterone gel 1.62, 2 pumps after I shower each day. I often will skip a day or so but generally at least 3 times a week. I enjoy your videos. On occasion I have the good fortune to have a playmate and I always have a great time. I generally do something about 3 or 4 times weekly.
I disagree with Myth 5. It's actually quite stupid thing to say that there is no such thing is too much masturbation. How about 100 times a day? Like every freaking hour. Is that still normal. No it's not. Human beings should have certain amount of impulse control, whether that's hunger or sexual or aggressive impulse. If you can't control impulses at all, that's also very problematic. I masturbate sometimes every other day, sometimes once a day, sometimes I skip few days. I try to postpone it. Delaying gratification is not a bad thing. It actually makes the whole act more fulfilling. At the same time, I consider nofap to be a waste of will power because you are focusing too much on not doing it. And will power/ conscious energy/ focus is a limited resource that should better be applied to other constructive activities.
I totally agree but I’d add the aspect of p*rn. Cuz I don’t think the way the act is illustrated is healthy and that it can interfere with real life experiences and even Lower your self esteem
Thank you, Doctor, for an excellent, intelligent and informative video on masturbation. I thoroughly agree with you that masturbation is a healthy act for young boys and men, and women. I wished that you would have made some comments on the myth that masturbation causes acne. Thank you again for your excellent video on masturbation. I hope that a lot of young people...and their parents!...view it.
A long time ago, I was 35 years old (now I am 60 years old), a psychologist (a young LADY!) ask me if I masturbate myself. Because I find such question very private and personal at that time/moment and also because that psychologist was a young LADY, I ask HER back: "Why do you want THAT to know about me? THAT is private and very personal!".... Then SHE answered: "I understand your privacy about THIS. But when you NOT masturbate yourself, then maybe something is wrong with you and you may NOT being healthy". So THAT was/is a very good and a positive way of HER/a psychologist, I find, to talk about masturbation with me! And therefore I also understand better why such psychologists do ask such question at/to their clients!
Twice a day seems perfect. I have been on the road for 10 years, so it's something i do often. 43 and never no issues. Both morning and night, i have good loads. Morning being more volume and power. Nights are good, but nothing like mornings. Dont plan on changing habit 😊
sounds about right to me. especially when you eat a lot of celery and pineapple and drink lots of water they'll be even better . . . Oh . . . and no smoking
I would never limit my little friend. He's the one who through tough times kept me going and relatively happy whenever I had a dry spell. He knows when its needed and I happily oblige. He makes me feel happy and my friend likes the way I play with him. And so does my other little friend back there. Her warmth, depth and sensitivity are without equal. They often get together and deliver some of the highest sexual thrills of my lifetime. Why would I deny myself pleasure of that magnitude ?
I've also heard that there is evidence that frequent ejaculation reduces the risk of prostate cancer. The idea is that it prevents potentially cancer-causing agents to accumulate.
Yay! Thanks for sharing this topic on masturbation! 👍👍✌✌😸😸😛😛With me, I look at the positive side of masturbation is always HEALTHY as long as it doesn't get in the way of my life like you mentioned. Kudos to you, Dr. Eric! 😛😛😸😸👍👍✌✌🌈🌈
I think a lot of not being able to get hard and stay that way has to do with being with someone you’re not that into. I have a feeling most people are with someone who they aren’t that into
