? Request an "Ignite Your Intimacy" breakthrough session with Heather https://heathershannon.co/video-page/. You’ll get her top 3 recommendations to enhance your sex life and learn if her Intimacy Infusion program could help you feel closer and more connected.~~~Welcome back to another episode of Ask a Sex Therapist! Today we're diving into a topic that may have some blushing, but is oh-so-important to discuss: masturbation. We will uncover the hidden benefits of solo sex and debunk the shame and stigma that often surrounds it. Also we will explore the messages we receive about self touch, the impact of societal and religious views, and the role of masturbation in enhancing both individual and partnered pleasure. But beware, we'll also look into the dangers of overindulgence and the delicate balance between self-care and hustle culture. So grab a cup of tea, find a cozy spot, and let's normalize the conversation around solo sex on this episode.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:- Shame and stigma around sex tackled.- Body pleasure and gender norms contradiction.- "Finding pleasure in life, its ripple effect."- Experimenting with sex can be interesting.- Sexuality and creativity are intertwined, with self-care through masturbation being one way to boost sexual energy and connect with a supportive partner for various reasons.- Expand definition of solo sex with self-pleasure. Connect with whole body, embrace pleasure, be mindful.- Masturbation and focusing the mind intentionally.LET’S CONNECT! FIND HEATHER HERE ⤵️:Heather’s Dirty Talk Guide - https://HeatherShannon.co/Freebies Heather’s Instagram - https://instagram.com/AskASexTherapist Heather’s YouTube - Check out the video version of this podcast & more! - https://www.youtube.com/@AskASexCoach SIMILAR EPISODES:047 - Bottom Shame & Being A “Side” With Dr Joe Kort - https://pod.fo/e/1f60c0 046 - Body Count, Slut-Shaming & Good Girl Syndrome - https://pod.fo/e/1f3edb 039 - Male Bisexuality and Being a Boyslut with Zachary Zane https://pod.fo/e/1e36beRATE & REVIEW US!Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here. https://podfollow.com/AskASexTherapistThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrpThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp