I waited a long time until I realized that I had to do the work and I had to figure out

what I wanted.

So right now, just know that when you're masturbating, it's something that you can share with

a current partner or a future partner.

Which is why I like to call it solo sex.

So when you think about it, it falls under the larger umbrella of sex itself.

It's something that you're doing for yourself by yourself.

You're listening to Sex with Emily.

I'm Dr. Emily and I'm here to help you prioritize your pleasure and liberate the conversation

around sex.

Did you know that masturbation helps you sleep better, tone to pop up floor, and surprise,

it boosts your immunity?

But let's be honest, these aren't exactly the main reasons people masturbate.

You masturbate because it's pleasurable.

But as the OG form of self-care, masturbation delivers all kinds of benefits, physically

and psychologically.

That's why today's show kicks off a two-part masturbation series and later in the month,

we'll look at how masturbation benefits a partnership.

On today's episode, however, it is all about you, common masturbation fantasies, how to

make your solo sex more erotic, and how to practice mindful masturbation.

Plus, I take your questions like can a vibrator desensitize your clitoris, what are the best

ways to mix up your current masturbation routine, and so much more, and part one of our

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