Masturbation Isn’t a Stand-In. It’s Its Own Thing.
New research shows that solo sex isn’t just compensation—it’s a stable, regular occurence that part of many people’s sexual lives, shaped by fantasy, rhythm, and internal cues more than relationship status. What If Masturbation Wasn’t About What’s Missing? For years, the dominant narrative has gone something like this: if you’re masturbating a lot, something must…