There’s no denying that people love to masturbate.

Another option for when masturbating isn’t a convenient option?

An easy alternative to masturbation.

Light Watkins

That’s because meditating has some very similar orgasmic effect on the mind and body as masturbation.

Here’s why:

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Meditation and masturbation both help with stress release.

Kristina Hallett, Ph.D., ABPP

Masturbation can take the edge off after a demanding day.

Like masturbation, meditation leads to deeper sleep.

Just like with masturbating, meditating before bed can help you fall asleep faster.

Light Watkins

Meditation has long been known for its ability to significantlydecrease insomnia and fatigue.

Meditation enhances your sex drive.

You might be thinking, OK, meditation can help me relaxbut it’s notsexuallypleasurable.

That’s up for debate.

(Yes,tantric masturbationis a thing, and so areenergy orgasmsaka orgasms from masturbating without touching.)

Thus, meditation might actually beparticularlyeffective at improving sexual desire.

You don’t need privacy to meditate.

Unless you’re doing it with your partner, masturbation usually requires you to be on your own.

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