There are so many aspects to sexuality that are important to explore when you’re in a healthy relationship. It can bring you and your partner together and keep you close when there are tough times. One great way to get creative in the bedroom is to explore masturbation with each other and on your own. Many people make the mistake of just considering masturbation to be a single person activity, when in fact it’s recommended for couples as well. Here are a few reasons it’s important to continue masturbating while in a relationship.

Learn What You Like

Sex can still be taboo to many people, leaving countless couples who haven’t self-explored in some time. We are constantly shedding skin cells, so it stands to reason our skin sensitivity can change. We know our tastes can certainly change. So even if you had a heavy hand with masturbation while you were single, you should still keep the act up when you have settled down with a great lover. Exploring your body on a regular basis will help insure you still know what pleases your body and how to keep those feelings in the bedroom.

Show Your Partner What You Like

Many times couples don’t actually think about taking the time to actually show their partner how they like to be touched. A person may spend hours agonizing over how to tell their lover they would like it if they touched them this way or that way, when in actuality they would do the job so much better if they offered to show them. The next time you want to be touched a certain way, try guiding their hand through the motion.

Mutual Masturbation

Learning how to touch your lover in precisely the same way they would, can be an erotic experience. Exploring many areas in the bedroom will enrich the relationship and give it staying power. Being able to feel comfortable with all aspects of sexuality can create a safe and intimate environment for any couple.

Keeping a Healthy Sexual Appetite

One of the best reasons to continue masturbating when in a long term relationship is it helps keep your sexual appetite healthy. It is true that in order to have a healthy relationship, it has to be built with a great loving foundation. This includes communication, but every couple that has staying power will point to healthy sexuality as the glue of a relationship when they are asked to speak openly.