EP445 - How to Have Mindful Masturbation
Sexology1 Jul 2025

EP445 - How to Have Mindful Masturbation

Welcome to Episode 445 of the Sexology Podcast! Today, I'm excited to be joined by Darshana Avila, who speaks to me about mindful masturbation as a form of self-care and erotic exploration.

In this conversation, Darshana and I dive into why so many of us default to the same quick, goal-oriented masturbation routine and how that habit is wired into our neural pathways. We explore the power of slowing down, setting an intention, and treating solo pleasure as a ritual, complete with an opening, body-centered exploration, and a conscious closing.


Best known for her contributions to Netflix's Sex, Love & goop, trauma informed,pleasure centric, culturally relevant erotic education is Darshana's sweet spot. Supporting women & queer community, individually or alongside their partners, is her deepest passion She's a certified Somatic Experiencing Practitioner & Sexological Bodyworker, guiding & serving through her private practice, public speaking & online offerings.


In this episode, you will hear:


· Defining Mindful Masturbation

· Neural Pathways And Habit Loops

· Intentional Rituals For Solo Sex

· Full-Body Touch Before Genitals

· Navigating Boredom And Plateaus

· Sensate Focus Vs. Visual Stimulation

· Fantasy As A Creative Arousal Tool

· Scheduling Familiar And New Practices

· Challenging Inner Critic Narratives

· Pleasure As Personal And Collective Liberation

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