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7 Reasons to Masturbate (And None of Them Are a Sin)

For centuries, masturbation carried the weight of shame. Religious and cultural traditions labeled it as something dirty, selfish, or sinful. Entire books were written about its supposed dangers, and in some places, people were told that even thinking about touching themselves was morally corrupt.

As Bruce P. Grether points out in The Golden Phallus, our relationship with masturbation has always been characterized by myths and taboos. But today, science and experience show a completely different picture. Masturbation is not a sin – it is self-knowledge, well-being and pleasure all rolled into one.

So if there are seven deadly sins, let us reclaim the number and flip the script. Here are seven deadly wins: seven reasons masturbation is one of the healthiest, funniest, and most personal things you can do.

1. Zero Cost

Forget subscriptions, dates, or awkward small talk. Masturbation is the cheapest ticket to pleasure you will ever find. No one is charging you. No one is invoicing you. You do not need an app or a credit card. Your body is yours, and pleasure is literally at your fingertips.

The best part? It is always available. No opening hours, no scheduling conflicts, no waiting for someone to be “in the mood.” Whether you want a five-minute quickie before class or a slow evening session, the cost is zero. That is unbeatable economics.

2. Real You-Time

We live in a world of notifications, deadlines, and people who constantly want something from us. Masturbation is one of the rare activities that is unapologetically yours. It is self-care, but not the TikTok version with candles and some overpriced bath salts. It is real you-time, where your body gets the full attention it deserves.

During masturbation, you can experiment, explore fantasies, and connect with your body in ways that are not about performance. It is intimacy without compromise. It is you, with you.

3. Your Brain on Happy Drugs

Science backs this up: masturbation is good for your brain. When you orgasm, your body releases a cocktail of chemicals including dopamine (reward), oxytocin (bonding), and prolactin (relaxation). Together, these act as natural mood stabilizers, helping reduce stress, anxiety, and even insomnia.

A 2016 study in the Journal of Sexual Medicine found that sexual activity, including masturbation, is linked to better psychological well-being. That means your solo sessions are not just fun, they are literally brain care. 1
So the next time life feels overwhelming, remember: sometimes the healthiest thing you can do for your mental state is to get off.

4. Quickie or Marathon, Your Choice

Unlike partnered sex, masturbation is completely on your terms. You decide if it lasts two minutes or two hours. You can keep it simple or go full production with toys, lube, and fantasy role-play.

There is no awkward “was that too quick?” moment, no pressure to sync your rhythm with someone else. Your body, your pace, your rules. That flexibility makes masturbation one of the most empowering sexual practices out there.

5. Blue Balls are Not a Myth

“Blue balls” is not just an excuse horny teenagers invented to pressure partners. It is a real physiological condition. When someone is aroused but does not orgasm, blood flow increases to the genitals and can lead to a dull ache or discomfort.

Masturbation is the simplest cure. No need to sit around in pain or frustration. Release is good for your body, and your testicles will thank you.

6. Ejaculate = Health Benefits?

Some researchers suggest that frequent ejaculation can reduce the risk of prostate cancer. A large-scale study published in European Urology (2016) followed over 30,000 men and found that those who ejaculated at least 21 times per month had a lower risk of developing prostate cancer than those who ejaculated less often.

The theory is that regular ejaculation helps clear the prostate of potentially harmful substances. While scientists are still debating the exact mechanism, the link is promising enough to consider masturbation not just fun, but preventive health care. 2

7. Solo + Poppers = Please, please, please!

For many in the queer community, masturbation and Poppers go hand in hand. Inhaling Poppers relaxes smooth muscles, intensifies sensations and can turn an ordinary solo session into something euphoric. With music, porn or just your imagination, an unforgettable trip awaits you.

Of course, poppers are not for everyone, and they should be used responsibly. But if you already enjoy them, combining them with masturbation is one of the simplest ways to explore new layers of pleasure.

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Bonus Round: Killing Shame with Practice

One more reason, because seven does not feel like enough: masturbation itself is the cure for masturbation shame. The more you practice it, the more you normalize it in your own life. Shame thrives in silence and secrecy. Pleasure thrives in practice and openness.

By embracing masturbation as natural, fun, and healthy, you break down those old cultural scripts that tried to tell you it was wrong. Every orgasm becomes a tiny act of liberation, and that itself is pretty powerful.

Playlist Power

Whether you like setting the mood with porn or curating a “bating beats only” Spotify playlist, masturbation is the perfect reason to collect sounds that turn you on. Music, moans, ASMR, or just silence: it is your soundtrack.

Pro tip: build two playlists. One for quick sessions (fast beats, short tracks), and one for long edging marathons (deep house, hypnotic loops). Your ears will thank you as much as your body does.

Final Thought

Masturbation is not a sin. It is not dirty, selfish, or shameful. It is free, it is healthy, it is empowering, and it is yours. Whether you do it to relieve stress, to explore your fantasies, or just because you feel like it, masturbation is one of the simplest and most effective ways to connect with yourself.

Seven deadly sins? Please. Here are seven holy pleasures: reasons why you should touch yourself more often. And if you want to dig deeper into the history and myths of masturbation, Bruce P. Grether’s The Secret of the Golden Phallus is a fantastic place to start.

References

1 Kathryn E. Flynn, Li Lin, Deborah Watkins Bruner, Jill M. Cyranowski, Elizabeth A. Hahn, Diana D. Jeffery, Jennifer Barsky Reese, Bryce B. Reeve, Rebecca A. Shelby, Kevin P. Weinfurt, Sexual Satisfaction and the Importance of Sexual Health to Quality of Life Throughout the Life Course of U.S. Adults, The Journal of Sexual Medicine, Volume 13, Issue 11, November 2016, Pages 1642-1650, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsxm.2016.08.011

2 APA Style: Rider, J. R., Wilson, K. M., Sinnott, J. A., Kelly, R. S., Mucci, L. A., & Giovannucci, E. L. (2016). Ejaculation frequency and risk of prostate cancer: Updated results with an additional decade of follow-up. European Urology, 70(6), 974-982. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eururo.2016.03.027