Masturbation: It is NOT healthy for you, contrary to popular belief!
November 7th, 2007 | by the health blogger |
Yes, that’s right, I have chosen to write about a topic which is commonly perceived as taboo, though I know many will be intrigued and curious to read the information presented and learn the negative consequence of such an abhorrent practice.
So why am I writing this article? Well, mainly due to the fact that many uninformed individuals (no names) like to elucidate their opinions freely and willingly on this subject with very little to no knowledge whatsoever! I have come across countless articles and opinions stating how masturbation is “…a healthy practice…”, the more I saw these false comments, the more I felt the need to correct this misconception!
If you don’t know what masturbation is, well then I’m very surprised. Simply put, your having sex with yourself or more explicitly, with your hand! Want a more concise explanation, pick up an encyclopedia or do a google search.
This is inherently against the natural disposition of man, don’t worry I’m not going to give a sermon!
I have read in the past how masturbation can be more addictive than heroin, now that is serous!
You can get your fix whenever and just about wherever! You release the same chemical which makes you feel good when you take heroin (i.e. opioids), though in a lesser amount. (see this article: Internet Porn: Worse Than Crack?)
So what are the common effects of masturbation you ask?
Here’s a small list (though not an exhaustive one):
- Fatigue
- Lower back pain
- Thinning hair/hair loss
- Weak erection
- Premature ejaculation
- Groin/testicular pain
- Concentration and memory problems
- Sleep problems
This doesn’t mean that one shall experience all of these effects, though they are very common.
Did you know that every time you ejaculate, you lose approximately 3-5mg of zinc, that’s nearly a third of your RDA.
Zinc is one of the main minerals responsible for testosterone production, therefore less zinc, less testosterone etc.
I know some clever person out there is surmising that the same effects should occur when one has sexual intercourse, right?
Sorry to disappoint! When a man has sexual intercourse with a female, certain trace minerals and prostaglandins are absorbed from the female vaginal secretions which balance this effect! Bet you didn’t know that?!
Do you really want to be a one-minute man and look like an idiot when you are with your partner? I thought not.
I advise those who masturbate regularly, to stop! Eat some Oysters (very high in Zinc) and plenty of fruit and vegetables. Fast, for fasting diminishes one’s sexual desires, unless of course you can get married or something and keep busy, “For idle hands make work for…”!
Please don’t believe the fallacy that these so-called experts proclaim! Masturbation is not healthy and is quite detrimental to put it mildly!
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78 Responses to “Masturbation: It is NOT healthy for you, contrary to popular belief!”
By Harrison on Nov 21, 2007 | Reply
Well, I will support and agree with you. Before this I read some books about the disadvantages of masturbation. Besides that, the over sex activities also cause the same problem. This is what husband wife should pay attention on.
By robin on Jul 2, 2008 | Reply
very truly said….
By John on Sep 19, 2008 | Reply
I almost cried when reading this people should be ashamed of themselves when people post questions on forums about masturbation problems people tend to brush it off as though its not true. “its healthy its healthy” no its not its for little punks. Everything is healthy in america homosexuality,expirinenting with drugs, making out with the same sex. Etc its no sense really only real men will benefit from this. And to those suffering from masturbation addiction then stay strong after friday it will be a week without masturbation for me. Im kicking this homo habit for good!!!
By the health blogger on Sep 20, 2008 | Reply
Thanks John
By Anonymous on Sep 23, 2008 | Reply
plz plz i am feeling so guilty about masturbation i dont know what to do.i masturbated oftenly since i was 10 years old AND IA AM 17 YEARS OLD.and i am worried about my memory problems.I WANT TO KNOW IF I STOPPED WILL I HAVE MEMORY PROBLEMS AND CONCENTRATION PROBLEMS OR EVERYTHING WILL BE AS I NEVER MASTURBATED.AND WHAT IS THE PERIOD OF TIME WILL IT TAKE FOR MY BRAIN TO BE CURED AND I WOULDN’T HAVE THESE PROBLEMS.I NEED A DOCTOR TO REPLY.PLZ
By Anonymous on Sep 23, 2008 | Reply
i am really worried about my brain i dont know if i have memory problems but if i leave a subject for two weeks i might forget little details is this a memory problem?and i often masturbate since i was 10 years old and know i am 17.i just want u to reply to me on my e-mail please i trust you.if i stopped masturbating will my brain be cured as i have never masturbated.and how much time the brain needs in order to be cured.what are the thing wich i need to eat or take to strengthen my memory.i ask you kindly to answer my 4 questions ,reply on my e-mail.
By the health blogger on Sep 23, 2008 | Reply
Dear Anonymous,
I have replied here so others may benefit from your questions and the consequent answers.
Please do not take these answers as the cure! They are simply some guidelines and advice, always refer to your physician/doctor.
Don’t worry I have changed your name to “Anonymous”. Answers to your questions:
Question 1. ” if i leave a subject for two weeks i might forget little details is this a memory problem?”
Answer:
Not from what I can tell. This seems very normal, most people forget after a few days, so don’t worry!
Question 2. “if i stopped masturbating will my brain be cured as i have never masturbated”
Answer:
I don’t see why not. The body has the ability to repair itself very quickly (especially when you are young and healthy)
Question 3. “and how much time the brain needs in order to be cured.”
Answer:
Shouldn’t take long at all. Almost instantaneous hopefully.
Question 4. “what are the thing wich i need to eat or take to strengthen my memory”
Answer:
This is somewhat of a subjective question, google that question and you should get a lot of information. Though things such as fruits, salads and some supplements (e.g. Ginko Biloba) would benefit.
You have nothing to worry about, just stop this bad habit and start living a healthier life.
You should most definitely be fine, don’t worry
By bradely on Sep 23, 2008 | Reply
thank you very much thank you thank you.so now every thing will be fine and i wouldn’t care about forgetting some stuff.
By Sammers on Oct 3, 2008 | Reply
So…it’s still healthy for women, right?
By Strider on Oct 19, 2008 | Reply
Masturbation can also cause acne.
By madman on Oct 29, 2008 | Reply
Understanding you have the ability to not post this, but still I have to ask. Please tell me, what are the negetive side effects of having a wet dream?
By the health blogger on Oct 30, 2008 | Reply
Madman,
There are no negative side effects of wet dreams from what I know.
This is something natural which you have no control over.
By the health blogger on Oct 30, 2008 | Reply
Strider,
I have read that this is the case with many people.
By the health blogger on Oct 30, 2008 | Reply
Sammers,
No it is not healthy for women either.
By Anonimen on Nov 6, 2008 | Reply
I read (did not know the past form) that those who are masturbateing will get circles over them eyes. I thing Freud write this. Long time ago , the masturbators were recognised by theese circles. These circles around the eyes appears when you use heroin. (please redact my bad english writeing and post it gramaticaly perfect)
By jhon on Dec 8, 2008 | Reply
whould u please help to get out of the habbit of mustarbation? i didnt even get out of it while i was sweared in the name of jesus
please help me ? what can i do ?
By Oberstinky on Dec 8, 2008 | Reply
Don’t feel guilty. My advise is to try to stop masturbating in small steps. Try it to do every second day for a month and then any third day and so on… This may help. You probably won’t get over it alltogether, the truth is I do not know anybody who does, but it gives you at least the feeling of more control
By zizo_20 on Jan 30, 2009 | Reply
IS THERE A RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN POPS ON THE FACE AND MASTURBATION
By kookimebux on Feb 1, 2009 | Reply
Hello. And Bye.
By bradely on Feb 18, 2009 | Reply
i have heard that masturbation kills or destroy nerve cells in the brain ,which these nerve cells are responsible for the memory i really want to hear the truth .please i ask you kindly to answer my question.thank you
By bradely on Feb 18, 2009 | Reply
and since they are destroyed no new cells are formed so what shall happen to the brain if these cells died.
if new cells are formed it is ok
but if not can you tell me what shall make new nerve cells form
By the health blogger on Feb 19, 2009 | Reply
Bradley,
I have not come across any studies outlining the destruction of brain cells via masturbation.
By bradely on Feb 19, 2009 | Reply
i can give you a link and please check it http://www.anael.org/english it says that it destructs the nerve cells
By bradely on Feb 19, 2009 | Reply
choose masturbation for the topics and go to page 3 thank you
By alexxnom on Feb 25, 2009 | Reply
Very good site, very good. Masturbation ruined my life… so i stopped after 15 years. And i feel better day by day. Masturbation is a sin, it destroys life.
By the health blogger on Feb 25, 2009 | Reply
Thank you alexxnom
By alexxnom on Mar 15, 2009 | Reply
For all those poor people who suffer from masturbation and are struggling in misery everyday here is a little tip: MEDITATION. It will bring you salvation
… “Meditate, don’t masturbate.”
By lefty on Apr 1, 2009 | Reply
Very good that this information is out. Thank you The Health Blogger. You speak the truth.
From my experience I can say, I am a passionate masturbator (lol, someone should name a song like this), but it is not funny at all. For these few seconds of bliss, I miss out on good erection, healthy body, healthy life,… pleasing my better half longer and more in the moment, my hair is thinner, falling, my skin gets dry, selfconfidence IS LOWER, discipline over oneself dimminishes after time, vital energy LOW…
Well I could go on about a few things more, but I think this is more then enough.
It is a serious problem, but like any other chalenge it can be disciplined. You have the power to do so,…
few tips for beginners…
..don’t touch yourself on the genitals, stay off porn, socialize and get a woman or a man, enjoy the natural most healthy and most vital energy supplier known to man kind. Making love. Present fully on this act of bliss.
When you do that, even then, try not to ejaculate. Ejaculation is soncidered in some cultures energy of life. Well, I think we could all agree.
When you are in love making, on the physical level, your energy rises and many vitamins hormons etc. gets stronger and better in kvantity. Then the feeling of it is just not describable, it comes after time and devotion, or at first try, its possible.
So, when you maintain the high level of energy you can turn it into alot more then just an orgazm.
When you ejaculate, orgazm takes your energy and sends it to space, its lost from you. It has a relaxing effect, but IF you dont ejaculate, your energy builds, in the ways you cant possible imagine. IF you dont believe me, don’t. But you got nothing to lose and try. Ohh and dont give up after few trys, its a skill, and dont judge yourself if you cant hold it and just release it. Practise makes better practice.
Sorry for a long post, sure hope I shed some light on the topic.
In Lak’ech and be well
By anonymous on Apr 5, 2009 | Reply
i ve masturbated for seven years now and i want to stop.also i would like you to recommend the types of food that would help me to be healthier as before since of late i easily get tired and also feel pains in my lower backbone thus to be precise if i sit for one hour i feel pains at my back and waist.pls reply on my e-mail
By Bannakai on Apr 6, 2009 | Reply
Just wanted to mention that most of what was said if not all goes hand in hand with Islamic teachings where masturbation is completely forbidden.(I believe for both its effect on health and society)
BTW Alexxnom and everyone else, one of the purposes of prayer in islam (which are done 5 times a day and has aspects similar to meditation) is to prevent the foul acts and lead the person to good ones.
By the health blogger on Apr 20, 2009 | Reply
Thank you Lefty, but I definitely don’t agree with “…not ejaculating”.
Think about it?
By lefty on Apr 20, 2009 | Reply
Yes, well, it’s a choice…think about it. No need to think I would say.
Trying it out and figure out what works the best for you. And I would agree, praying also helps. I pray and feel like my prayers have been asnwered, and be thankfull for it.
Much love
By siddhartha on Apr 25, 2009 | Reply
what is the difference between mustorbation and doing sexual intercourse using condom ?
By the health blogger on Apr 25, 2009 | Reply
Are you serious?
I think you should look up the terms “masturbation” and “sex” in the dictionary.
Maybe try http://www.dictionary.com, might help.
By married on Apr 29, 2009 | Reply
yes my question also
IS THERE DEFERENCE BETWEEN MUSTERBATION AND DOING SEX?
By alexxnom on May 1, 2009 | Reply
I wanted to emphasize that meditation, exercise, jogging/running, Hatha yoga (or other kind, …meditation is part of it) helps but does not replace the total exclusion of masturbation. Your body needs to recover, and it can only recover by stopping masturbation.
What lefty wrote is true. Of course its hard to get a sexual partner when you have low self-confidence and i wouldn’t say that stopping to masturbate is a skill. In my opinion it’s more of an attitude, a question of choice and determination.
For all those people who think that non-masturbating is a religious thing should reconsider their beliefs. As i mentioned most of religions try to describe a universal truth. Your life, consciousness, intelligence originates from somewhere, which people refer to as God. You are not in a position to tell that there is no God or anything like that, simply because you don’t know the truth. But if you think with your heart (i don’t care how cheesy it may sound), you will experience something… you will start to LIVE. All of those people tried to tell you how to achieve the ultimate happiness which is in you and is independent from other things. You can reach it only by becoming clean.
The difference between masturbation and sex:
Well masturbation is a vice and that’s it. Its about your body and not your soul.
“But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.”
And if you say that i am a religious zealot and that’s why I’m against masturbation… well then find a better argument. Please.
P.S. Live consciously!
By alexxnom on May 1, 2009 | Reply
One more thing:
There are many who disagree, and say that scientists proved that masturbation prevents prostate cancer and its a perfectly normal and healthy habit:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/3072021.stm
Okay, now people can say that its scientifically proven. Let’s see what does it mean:
http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/Scientifically+proven
“The principles and empirical processes of discovery and demonstration considered characteristic of or necessary for scientific investigation, generally involving the observation of phenomena, the formulation of a hypothesis concerning the phenomena, experimentation to demonstrate the truth or falseness of the hypothesis, and a conclusion that validates or modifies the hypothesis.”
Oh yes, now if we analyze the terms in this definition we can agree that if someone has based his empirical discovery on his own life, then he did a scientific method. This means that if someone says that he “doesn’t feel good” (physically) after masturbation it can be considered as a conclusion which modifies a hypothesis which says that masturbation is healthy.
As a result scientists shouldn’t lie so much… Masturbation has negative psychological, mental, physical effects no matter how many times you do it, because simply put its a vice, an addiction. Period.
By Jacob on May 3, 2009 | Reply
hi,plz can u tell me how long will it take for my hair to stop falling as i have stopped masturbating totaly and it has been for days now but my hair is still falling abit???????
By masterwanker on May 5, 2009 | Reply
Just to confirm with one of the replies – it is TRUE masturbation causes acne – this is based on my own experience. If I wank twice a day, then it is almost guranteed a breakout tommorrow morning.
By tom on May 6, 2009 | Reply
ok what other minerals or w/e do get released? calcium??
By I prefer to be unknown ;) on May 6, 2009 | Reply
Hey,
im a teenager that is 14 years old,
and yes i masturbate quite often, 3 times a week. im planning to drasticly change that number. im planning to lower it ofc, what would you condider a healthy number? how many times a month? 4? 1?…
ty =) this explained the reasons i sleep in school.. (concentration)
By tom on May 7, 2009 | Reply
do other minerals other than zinc get lost too? like calcium?
By Mr. Harmony on May 11, 2009 | Reply
I’ve been masturbating since i was 12 years old. I am now 20 going on 21. I have experienced every symptom mentioned in your post. I would love to be free of this horrible addiction. I’ve tried swearing on my grandmother’s grave, Swearing to god, paying money to charity everything. i am still unable to kick this habit. It seems like I keep making excuses to watch pornography and masturbate. I am the smallest man in my family and i feel its because of my addiction. I met my gf a year ago and three months before i met her I lasted three moths without masturbation but after she broke up with me two months after meeting me and the depression from that made me feel like i needed to masturbate. When we firt stared having sex She was impressed with me everytime we had sex. We were having sex almost everyday for those two months and she was impressed every time. But when my habit picked up she and I noticed a decline in satisfaction because even though we had broke up we were still having sex a lot. We decided to get back together a year later and I haven’t been the same since we first started dating a ear before. I have been doing worse and worse since i started this habit. My health has declined. I get sick alomost all the time. I am always tired. The things that i used to love most are no concern of mine anymore. I cant be passionate about anything anymore. I have no sense of competition. My body is brittle and frail. My skin has acne scars from years ago because it takes me forever to heal. Masturbation has ruined my life and i wouldn’t wish this on my greatest enemy. I don’t want to lose my Girlfriend but she doesn’t deserve a passion lacking boyfriend who cant please her mentally or physically. Sorry about the rant it’s just that this is the best post about masturbation addiction I have ever seen and i just feel better talking about it. thank you
By bilal on May 20, 2009 | Reply
I am a mustarbation addict I am doing this for fpur yeras many times i tried to get rid of it but i failed plz plz tell me same way to get rid of it as in my religion it is very sinful act.
By emaan on May 24, 2009 | Reply
i need help on masturbation in islamic point of veiw,
By someone on Jun 10, 2009 | Reply
i’m very agree with u
By Locke on Jun 16, 2009 | Reply
I do believe siddartha’s question refers to the fact that no vaginal secretions will be absorbed when wearing a condom, and so the zinc will not be restored. I also wonder this.
By sai on Jul 21, 2009 | Reply
“Fast, for fasting diminishes one’s sexual desires”. That sounds exactly like one of the Hadith of the Prophet Muhammed (PBUH). Did you read into any of it?
Anyway Thanks for the post. It was informative and a real eye opener
By inreply on Jul 23, 2009 | Reply
I think what siddhartha meant is: since you said that ‘When a man has sexual intercourse with a female, certain trace minerals and prostaglandins are absorbed from the female vaginal secretions which balance this effect!’, then isn’t sex with a condom similar to masturbating (in terms of health benefits, or rather, the lack of it)?
By Moroccan Guy. on Aug 1, 2009 | Reply
First of all, Thank you thehealthblogger.com for this information… I started masturbating when I found a playboy magazine, I was 13. Since I am addicted to it. I jerk 3-4 sometimes 5 times during the day and night. Some of the common effects you mentioned are true. Always tired, loosing hair, sleep problems, lower back pain, concentration and memory problems and balls pain. I agree with the guy that set black circles thing, but I don’t agree about the erection, my stuff is always hard and I am not a quicky which makes my partners happy… Anyway, I suffer from other things and need your advise. I always have this low blood pressure, pale face, bad mood in the mornings, and don’t eat well… In 2004, I had to be at the hospital for 45 days, no masturbation, I gained weight, good memory, bloody and healthy face, no hair loose, I was in a good shape… I stopped masturbating for three days now, no lower back pain, no headaches, I sleep well and good concentration. That is my own experience.
By mostafa on Aug 12, 2009 | Reply
i thank you for saying the truth
masturbation is evil and i wish everyone stop it
i wish all porn/hentai/doujin/nudity
suffer and die in hell because they all are the biggest reason why someone cant STOP masturbating
in addition i read that lol itshealthy lol in many blogs and even in some healthy blogs and that was like smoking give you muscles or maybe jumping from cliffs is good before breakfast!
By the health blogger on Aug 15, 2009 | Reply
Jacob, it may not only be linked to your masturbation, it could also be linked to your lifestyle as a whole. Do you exercise regularly? What is your diet like? These are good questions to ask yourself.
By the health blogger on Aug 15, 2009 | Reply
There is no healthy number ‘I prefer to be unknown’.
Slowly try your best to stop, gradually decreasing until you don’t do it anymore.
By the health blogger on Aug 15, 2009 | Reply
i’m not sure Tom, but I don’t think so.
Will re-read through my notes and if I come across any conclusive evidence, then i’ll get back to you.
By the health blogger on Aug 15, 2009 | Reply
Thank you Mr. Harmony for your comment.
Please don’t be so pessimistic – you can rid yourself of this habit easily!
You just need the will power to do so!
As a baby, when you first attempted to walk and you fell over did you give up and decide this was too hard of a task? NO! So why give up now?
“You may lose a few battles, but don’t lose the war!”
By Christopher on Aug 22, 2009 | Reply
so this must be the reason that WOMEN are up-tight, out-of-sight, not-finger-licking-good
keep up the good work
By the health blogger on Aug 29, 2009 | Reply
good point
By jesuraj on Oct 16, 2009 | Reply
I thank you for your kind information
By Anonymous on Oct 25, 2009 | Reply
Thank you for this wonderful post. Masturbation is a very popular activity in teenagers, and there are many people who pass it off, saying, “it’s normal” or “it’s perfectly healthy.” I personally know that that is b******t. And I admit that I’ve been using that as an excuse to keep doing it. I know it will be long and hard (no pun intended), but from now on, I vow to be strong and not give in anymore.
Thanks again and wish me luck
By ABC on Nov 3, 2009 | Reply
Thank you very much your arguments are really very convincing. Please tell me some common nutrients containing high concentration of zinc.
Can eyes be effected by Masturbation?
By Clifton on Nov 11, 2009 | Reply
Thanks, health blogger!
I’m curious: can you list some sources to confirm that common effects of masturbation are concentration problems and lower back pain?
By E on Nov 24, 2009 | Reply
Masturbation is indeed truly evil. I am 32 and have masturbated for 13 years (3 times a week), but literally stopped 2 years ago because of severe sleeping and prostate problems. But shortly after all those health problems started to showed, which I won’t go into gory details. Fortunately I found a good Chinese doctor and he helped me a lot in the recovering process (Chinese medicine has been wrestling with these problems for two thousand years). Unfortunately because of stress I’ve taken somewhat of a step backward. I can honestly say that there were moments where I wanted to end my life but my friends and girlfriend have been supportive (I couldn’t even tell my parents)!
Not to be religious or anything, but sexual misconduct, no matter in what religion, is a great sin, and brings real bad karma – just like the law of physics – for every action, there is a reaction, and debilitating health is a only small part of that reaction.
I am still in a slow and painful recovery process but I am somewhat better now than I was 2 years ago and there is still a long road ahead.
I advise everyone that has health problem to immediately stop masturbating and seek help from a qualified doctor of Chinese medicine. Then may be for those who are sincere about changing their life around to adopt some form of spiritual lifestyle. It’ll help you refrain from tempting thoughts and may be even neutralize some of those negative karma!
By Robert on Nov 27, 2009 | Reply
Hi,
I have masturbated on and off since I was about 15 or 16 years old. I used to masturbate anywhere from once a week to three times a day. I now suffer from weak erections.I am now 32 years old and suffering from weak erections. I have resolved never to masturbate again because of the damage it has caused to me both physically, mentally, and spiritually. However, I am wondering if I will ever regain normal function? Will my erections ever be as hard as they used to be? I should note that I havent masturbated in about one week. Have you ever heard of someone who got weak erections because they masturbated but then regained good hard erections after they stopped masturbating? If so ow long after they stopped did normal erections return? This is making me very sad…sometimes I feel as though I have damaged my body beyond repair and when I start to think like that I often seek comfort (if only momentarily) in the act of masturbation. Please help, I am going crazy. Any resources you could direct me to would be much appreciated. So sorry for the long post but your the only guy who has a site outlining the neg. effects of masturbation. Infact my urologist has told me that I should masturbate more to recondition my penis. I know now that this is false and I have since stopped please, please help.
Thank you
By the health blogger on Nov 29, 2009 | Reply
Hi Robert,
Please don’t despair!
Check this site out:
http://www.herballove.com/library/resource/overmas/
They specialise in masturbation problems and how to overcome any damage done.
I remember once a reader was overcome with masturbation and emailed me a long letter of his experience, it took him some time to recover properly, though he did recover.
He tried various things (I can’t seem to find his email though!) – though I do remember it was a combination of herbal treatment as well as some supplements and actually refraining from the act too.
Be optimistic and positive!
Hope that helps!
By Robert on Dec 1, 2009 | Reply
Thank you for the response…that puts my mind at ease. If you find that email, or know the specific supplements he used I would greatly appreciate it. Also do you recall how long it took him to fully recover (weeks, months, years)? How soon did he see a positive effect after starting treatment? Thank you so much for creating this blog and helping those who are suffering in silence. I truly do appreciate the help.
By the health blogger on Dec 2, 2009 | Reply
I will see if I can find it Robert.
Thank you for your kind comments.
By E on Dec 3, 2009 | Reply
Hi Robert and the health blogger, I just saw you posted something about herballove. I would personally not buy any product that Dr. Lin sells. While masturbation is definitely very bad for you, there is no evidence that the mechanisms Dr. Lin “proposed” on his website are true. Furthermore, if you read his advices to people, they are along the line of “take my products and continue to masturbate (less, of course).” In fact, there is another website where people have found his products to be generally ineffective: http://recover.forumup.org/. You’ll also find people posting cases and discuss their issues on that website.
By Robert on Dec 3, 2009 | Reply
Thank you for the info I will check that website out.
By the health blogger on Dec 5, 2009 | Reply
Hi Clifton,
Please see top of post.
Thanks.
By John on Dec 29, 2009 | Reply
John, it sounds like you have some repressed homosexual issues that you need to resolve. I’m not telling you that masturbation is healthy, but from the contents of your post, your issues with masturbation seem to involve homosexuality. Perhaps you need to consider the possibility that you are gay. Many homophobes are, to an extent. On a side note, fasting IS a great way to gain sexual mastery. Sexual energy is an incredibly potent force. When harnessed properly, it can energize the upper chakras, particularly the throat, the center for higher creative will. Used unwisely, it will leak out the lower chakras or cause energetic blockages which will later manifest as illness. It also causes one to be very materialistic, one’s higher faculties being only shallow remnants of what they should be. Masturbation is no more beneficial to a left hand path practitioner, as sex energy is just being leaked out and is not being harnessed to increase the power of the lower chakras. All in all, it is a practice leading to halted spiritual development, putting any being in a weak, gray area where they are of no use to anyone, including themselves.
By Tim on Jan 3, 2010 | Reply
Wow. Thank you SO much for this post…I’m 16 and EXACTLY about 2 years ago I started masturbating. And maybe this is the reason for my awkward sleeping patterns(ironically I’m up at 4 AM right now…), acne, back pain, and slow growth. And maybe some other things that I’m not aware of. There is so much propaganda out there telling you that it’s healthy and OK, but it’s all lies. Once again, THANKS!
By Red on Jan 6, 2010 | Reply
Hey thanks for the info I always knew masturbation was wrong and the effects that it had on me are on the list. The concentration and memorise problem is ruining my life. What I want to know is when you stop masturbating will the bad effects like the one above disappear? If so after how much time? I’ve found on the internet about 1 month but i’m not sure.Thanks in advance
By Ultrafrigid on Jan 7, 2010 | Reply
I’m in the middle of kicking the habit at the moment. Given no degree of swearing or psychological manipulation has helped, I’ve been forced to deliberately damage the organ (but in a manner that won’t cause any real harm aside from some blood). Sandpaper ftw. Burns like Hell but I’d rather struggle with that and randiness than put up with all the pain the habit is causing me now.
I am also entirely certain it causes severe acne, if not just acne period, in many if not all people. Personal experience.
By RS on Jan 13, 2010 | Reply
here is a practical and proven tip
To all chronic mastubators. Stay/ live in a place which has sub zero temperature ( preferable -3 and below) and your urge to mastubate will vanish within 3 days, due to your body going to nutrition conserving mode)
(this means dont use a heater in your house and room and keep warm only by wearing warm clothing)
Post 3 days continue to live in such a place for 2 months to get rid of the habbit
Nothing else on the planet will work to get you rid of the habbit
Get your life and health back
By Martin on Jan 17, 2010 | Reply
What cult are you in? Scientology?
By Anthony on Jan 26, 2010 | Reply
Can somebody kindly explain where in this article it is explained how masturbation is unhealthy?
By the health blogger on Jan 29, 2010 | Reply
Martin: No i’m not