Self-taught Skills

First of all, a shout out to all the people who now know who I am. Thanks to my not-so-discrete use of my friends names and topics. Yes you :-p I've been quite busy for the past few weeks, and I'm still not done but I decided to keep this blog alive nonetheless.

Disclaimer: If you are in any way offended by the talk of masturbation then please refrain from reading this post.



I wanted to write how B's nephew masturbates but I don't have the time nor the energy to look up children exhibitionists. I'd rather talk about masturbation in general. (Also inspired by another blogger who loves masturbating so much he got turned on when I told him my cat licks himself) – That was an exaggeration but the real version is pretty close.

This post is not supposed to be sexual, it is merely me shedding some light on certain aspects of masturbation that I wasn't aware of. If you have more accurate information on the matter then please enlighten me.

"The word masturbation is believed by many to derive from the Greek word mezea ("penises") and the Latin turbare ("to disturb")." – So apparently, masturbating is disturbing ones penis? Hmm.

1) What does Islam think of masturbation?
"Istimna (استمناء) is the Arabic term for masturbation. Masturbation may only be done in fear of committing adultery, nor is it preferred (either getting married and fasting is suggested as alternatives) It is totally forbidden in the Shi'a sect, but the four Sunni schools of jurisprudence (known as 'mazaheb') have differing stances on the issue. Some consider it forbidden in all cases. Some see it forbidden in certain cases but obligatory in others. Another view is that it is 'makruh' but not expressly forbidden. Scholars of Islam do not approve of masturbation, except in extenuating circumstances."

2) Are there any benefits to masturbating?
"It is held in many mental health circles that masturbation can relieve depression and lead to a higher sense of self-worth + On July 16, 2003, an Australian research team led by Graham Giles of The Cancer Council published a medical study which concluded that frequent masturbation by males may help prevent the development of prostate cancer. The study also indicated that this would be more helpful than ejaculation through sexual intercourse because intercourse can transmit diseases that may increase the risk of cancer instead."

Boys and Girls:
"Compulsive masturbation can be part of a sexual addiction syndrome"