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WORDS: Georgia Aspinall<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/flatplan-plus-content.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2023\/10\/GettyImages-187321937.jpg” alt=”Russell Brand” title_text=”Beautiful girl have orgazm” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n In the past two months, there\u2019s been a plethora of headlines that paint a bleak picture for women\u2019s sex lives. From Rachel Bilson admitting she wasn\u2019t able to orgasm from penetrative sex until 38 years old, to Yewande Biala confessing she has never had an orgasm at all on her Channel 4 documentary, Secrets of the Female Orgasm \u2013 you\u2019d be forgiven for thinking we\u2019ve regressed back to the days when people (read: men) genuinely believed the female orgasm was a myth. <\/p>\n Of course, all of the talk about orgasms \u2013 especially women opening up about their struggles with it \u2013 is a positive thing. Long gone are the days when struggling to climax was a taboo topic to be buried under the metaphorical bed. Now, women will shout out their pleasure problems publicly, because it\u2019s about time we understood what\u2019s going wrong \u2013 and what needs to be done about it.<\/p>\n \u2018There are many reasons why women may struggle to orgasm, such as stress, past trauma, pre-existing health conditions, menopause, shame, and struggling with connection can all be reasons why orgasm may be challenging,\u2019 explains clinical sexologist and therapist Ness Cooper. <\/p>\n She advises speaking to your GP to rule out any health-related reasons \u2013 and while that might feel uncomfortable, it\u2019s important to remember that there is no shame in prioritising pleasure in your life \u2013 you should be able to enjoy sex, solo or partnered, as much as anyone.<\/p>\n Because the female orgasm is a far from a myth, and there are actually a lot of wild new ways to reach it these days \u2013 especially when it comes to masturbating. From mirror masturbating to digisexual masturbation, we\u2019ve collated a list of the most intriguing new ways to masturbate for 2023. You can thank us later.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”fp-in-article-bold” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Black Han Sans|||on|||||” text_font_size=”18px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Mirror masturbating<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Exactly what it says on the tin, this new masturbation trend \u2013 approved by experts – involves plonking yourself down in front of the mirror to masturbate. \u2018It\u2019s a powerful way to see yourself in a different light and embrace your sexual side,\u2019 explains certified Somatic Sexologist and Sex Educator, Alice Child. \u2018It might feel strange at first, but it can be very empowering and erotic, plus it really helps you learn what you like when you can see what you\u2019re doing with your own eyes.\u2019<\/p>\n In turn, it should help your partnered sex life too, if you have one. Good, climax-filled sex is all about communicating what feels good and what doesn\u2019t, so knowing your own body is a must. If you can point out exactly where on your body to touch, the movement to make and any areas to avoid, it makes your partners job that much easier. \u00a0<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”fp-in-article-bold” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Black Han Sans|||on|||||” text_font_size=”18px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Digisexual masturbation<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n \u2018There\u2019s an increase in people exploring technology and masturbation such as the use of VR porn and AI erotica,\u2019 says Ness. \u2018On top of this some people are also exploring AI for sex and masturbation tips, and VR for guided sex therapy tips to enhance masturbation. In 2023, sexploration isn\u2019t just about enhancing masturbation and making it hotter, there\u2019s a big focus on learning and enhancing knowledge around pleasure.\u2019<\/p>\n For example, the website Pirr pertains to be an \u2018endless world of erotic fantasies, powered by AI\u2019, while critics suggest the Oculus Go Standalone Virtual Reality Headset (\u00a3195.95) is the best VR headset for watching adult movies \u2013 yes, there are critics that judge that.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”fp-in-article-bold” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Black Han Sans|||on|||||” text_font_size=”18px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Mindfulness Masturbation<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Because it\u2019s not a 2023 trend without a wellness term thrown in there, one area growing in public interest is how mindfulness plays into sexual pleasure \u2013 with lots of research to back its value.<\/p>\n \u2018Mindfulness helps you become present with not just the physical sensations and how they feel, it can help you bring awareness to unconscious emotions which may be barriers to feeling pleasure or enhancers to your pleasure that you weren\u2019t aware of before,\u2019 explains Ness. \u2018Being present like this can help you feel more embodied which in turn can also lead to greater self-esteem and confidence.\u2019<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”fp-in-article-bold” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Black Han Sans|||on|||||” text_font_size=”18px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Journaling Masturbation<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Similarly, incorporating sexual wellness into your daily journaling can be a vital way to improve your relationship with your body. <\/p>\n \u2018Journaling about your masturbation habits can help you keep track of masturbation moments that were memorable and when some masturbation moments should be avoided in the future,\u2019 says Ness. \u2018Some people are getting quite creative too and writing erotica-like pieces that they can read back in the future, giving them their own personal collection of erotica that can enhance future masturbation sessions.\u2019<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”fp-in-article-bold” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Black Han Sans|||on|||||” text_font_size=”18px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Masturbation workshops<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n According to Ness, guided masturbation workshops are fully booked in 2023. Sold as safe spaces to explore masturbation with a sex coach, they will instruct an individual to perform certain methods to get the best out of their masturbation techniques.<\/p>\n \u2018A good sex coach will also help the workshops participants workout their boundaries and coach them on how to navigate self-consent,\u2019 Ness says.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”fp-in-article-bold” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Black Han Sans|||on|||||” text_font_size=”18px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Edging to promote Nitrite Oxide<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Typically, a male-dominated area of sexual pleasure, rest assured edging techniques are suitable for everyone. Edging is where you stop masturbating just before orgasm and take a short break before bringing your body back up to this moment once again.<\/p>\n \u2018It can help promote nitrite oxide to the area and increase the release of pleasure enhancing hormones and sensations,\u2019 explains Ness. \u2018Some people find using a sex toy on pre-set vibration patterns can help with edging as it takes away some of the temptation to keep going to orgasm as the pattern has pre-set pauses.\u2019<\/p>\n