Self Pleasure: Kicking The Stigma Of Female Masturbation
The M-word, masturbation (women self pleasure), can be a very touchy subject. It still remains a major taboo despite the fact that the world has become more open about sexuality. This idea of touching yourself can make even the most stoic person blush from embarrassment, more so female masturbation. Interestingly, though, many persons do enjoy the occasional rub-a-dub but prefer to have others believing they do not. Why? Scientists suggest that it is completely healthy, but we still hesitate or experience immense waves of shame afterward.
Stigma Surrounding Self Pleasure
There is a great amount of stigmatization surrounding masturbation. It begins as a limited, or nonexistent, discussion of sexuality whilst growing up, and often transitions into avoidance in adulthood. The negative connotation is not anything new and can be seen throughout history. In the past, it was considered to be so horrible, that individuals would be severely punished or executed for engaging in it. Medical journals published sweeping claims stating that the act could result in warts, blindness, and even epilepsy.
So, what is the source of all this harsh energy? Majority of the Stigma stems from religion. It is stated by spiritual leaders that masturbation…
