By: Javay - The Millennial Sexpert
Take a second to think about your masturbation routine. Is it pretty regular ? Are you in the same position, using the same methods (toys, digital stimulation, etc.) or the same stimuli (such as porn or erotica)? Though it is easy and what you’re used to, it is a good idea to shake up your masturbation routine now and then. If you’re wondering why or how don’t worry we have you covered!
Why Shake It Up?
It is important to shake up your masturbation routine occasionally because we are constantly changing in terms of our physical bodies, what arouses and excites us, and discovering new things about ourselves. When you try different things from your masturbation norm you may discover a new type of stimulation that is just as or maybe more pleasurable for you. Shaking up your masturbation routine is also important because the body is physically changing, so masturbation techniques that used to work may not be as feasible or enjoyable as before. Shaking up your masturbation also makes space for you to explore new desires, fantasies, and arousals. If you have been contemplating exploring some kinks, trying kinkier masturbation activities could be really exciting (wearing a gag during or introducing impact or temperature play). Shaking it up is also important because the body learns your routine so sticking to the same things may lead to your body expecting things to go in a very specific way for sexual activity.
How to Shake It Up
If you are unsure where to start with shaking it up there are three areas we recommend: location, position, stimuli. For many people masturbating in the same spot is very common, generally the bed or the shower/bath. If that is you try masturbating somewhere new, like the couch or laying out in your backyard or on the patio on a blanket(if you have the privacy). A new location can offer some novel excitement without having to think too hard about how to shake things up.
The next way is with the position. Depending on where you regularly masturbate you may gravitate to the same position regularly, but there are so many different ways to position the body to experience more or new pleasure. A lot of people generally lay on the back or in a seated position, but there are so many options. You can try being on all fours, laying on your belly, or propping one leg up on a surface, like a Captain Morgan pose. There are literally so many different positions to try, all you need is a little creativity.
The last way to shake up your masturbation routine is by trying different stimulation for your masturbation session. If you tend to watch porn, especially the same type of porn, venture into other eroticas. You can listen to audio erotica with apps, like OhCleo or Dipsea, or you can listen to an audiobook of something steamy. You can also engage with your partner(s) by having them send a spicy text message of what they would do to you if they were there or instructions on how to self-stimulate. Changing up the stimuli also can help you become aroused in new ways or offer some creativity in terms of new things to try.
Some Added Spice
You can also add a little razzle dazzle to your masturbation routine to shake it up. If you already use toys, trying a different stimulation than normal is an easy way. If you know you enjoy vibration give suction a try with something like the Satisfyer Pro 2 Generation 3. You can also add additional stimulation to the toys you already enjoy with something like a butt plug. You can add in some spice by playing with sensations. Wearing a blindfold while masturbation can heighten physical sensations. A pillow to hold sex toys is another way to shake it up, like the Liberator BonBon or the Liberator Fleshlight Top Dog.
However you choose to shake it up, know that you don’t have to do it everyday. Just an occasional spicing up is beneficial to keep things fresh and fun when it is just you and yourself! Don’t be afraid to use your imagination as you feel inspired, you’ll be surprised by how creative you can be with yourself.