6 Ways to Celebrate National Orgasm Day on July 31! | Sex

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Quickly, strike! your favorite positionand shine your orgasm shoes: National Orgasm Day is coming up! Typically celebrated on July 31st in the UK, Australia, the US, the Netherlands, Canada, South Africa and any other country that decides to jump on the pleasure wagon, this exxxtra special occasion is seen as both a celebration of the Big O and the perfect opportunity to raise awareness about a whole host of issues related to sexual orgasm.

Fun fact: National Orgasm Day is actually an offshoot of International Female Orgasm Day, founded in Brazil in 2007 and now celebrated annually on August 8.

Not so fun fact: A study According to the International Academy of Sex Research, while both gay and straight men achieve orgasm about 85 percent of the time, women who have sex with women achieve orgasm about 75 percent of the time, while women who have sex with men come in last (literally) at 63 percent. And when it comes to first-time sex, the gap widens even further, with 80 percent of men achieving orgasm compared to just 40 percent of women. All of which is to say that the orgasm gap is still relevant – and while we’re at it, so is the masturbation gap-And it is the same fake orgasms! In other words, celebrating National Orgasm Day is a revolutionary act.

Whether you want to join the party, champion the cause, or both, consider these 6 inspired ideas to celebrate this most auspicious occasion:

1. Treat yourself.

Masturbation is a wonderful thing. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. It’s quickly becoming common knowledge that solo pleasure is a fantastic form of self-carea major boon for Mental Healthand super important even if you are part of a couple. Hell, there’s even a whole month dedicated to masturbation celebration and education every year. So, in honor of National Orgasm Day and your goddess-given right to find what feels good, lie back, relax, and do yourself justice. Top tips: Take it slow, try a new positionto integrate a toyengage in a fantasy. You got this.

2. Learn how to make yourself cum.

Achieving orgasm is not necessarily an innate skill. More often than not, it takes a lot of bold exploration before we find our first magic formula for bliss. Before you begin, commit to not judging yourself if you don’t reach orgasm. Many people I can’t have an orgasmI did not learn what works or just enjoy yourself sometimes. Stop putting pressure on yourself and you’re halfway there. Speaking of pressure, why not explore in the showerPractical advice : learn more about your anatomyto understand what does orgasm feel liketry one friendly atmosphere for beginnersand most importantly, have fun.

3. Learn to ask for what you want.

Sex with a well-matched partner is an incredible thing. You are being offered a delightful opportunity to learn the intricacies of another human being’s pleasure centers, as well as to better understand your own. In case you missed the eternal memo, when it comes to sex, communication is king, queen, and everything in between, which makes learning to discuss sex openly and honestly part of the divine pleasure plan. Specifically, learn to ask for what you want is an important skill on the road to orgasm. Bonus: Once you know how to receive pleasure, you’ll likely be more responsive to your partner’s needs and better equipped to give as much as you receive.

4. Explore different types of orgasms.

There is at least 7 Different Types of Stimulation That Can Lead to Orgasmamong them clitoral, G point, blendAnd anal. If you have mastered one and want to explore it further, may the power of pleasure be with you. While clitoral orgasms can be explored with your hands, a partner’s mouth, or a clitoral vibrationG-spot orgasms can be approached with a hand that says “come here”A G-spot vibrationor even targeted penetrative intercourse. Meanwhile, blended orgasms are a combination of clitoral and G-spot orgasms: there are toys for that too! And anal orgasms can be explored in a variety of ways, including A anal pluga finger, a penis or a anal vibrator. And don’t forget the lubricant! Whatever you do, don’t fall into the trap of the hierarchy of orgasm: all the orgasms are really hot.

5. Treat your orgasms like vitamins.

Although apples are excellent, one orgasm a day can also keep the doctor away, so why not commit to taking that daily dose? For one thing, orgasms can offer menstrual pain relief as well as other more generalized types of pain. Regular orgasm can also help improve cognitive function, make you look younger, boost your immune system, balance your hormones, make you feel happier, relieve stressand help you sleep betterto name a few. Really, what’s the problem?

6Be an advocate for fulfilling sex.

You heard it here first: Bad sex is a social justice issue. Partners who have a bad attitude about the importance of your pleasure compared to theirs, or about the importance of consentare not worth spending time on – just a humble opinion. In addition to the physical reality that Female “blue balls” are very much a realityA sexual partner with basic respect in the bedroom is someone who values ​​your humanity as he values ​​his own, and therefore sees Your pleasure on an equal footing with theirs. Internalize this truth so that you will not settle for less than a true spark, and know your prohibitive factors. Do you have friends who spend way too much time complaining about mediocre (or downright bad) sex? Spread the word! And while you’re at it, consider give a sex toy to a friend in need.

Psychotropic orgasms for all, July 31, and each day. <3