Is it true that masturbating lowers your self esteem?

Question

heard it from a few people and wondering if it is true or not...

Answer 1

Probably, since you arn't getting anything

Answer 2

i hope not, but then again, nobody likes me

Answer 3

I think it's typical for guys to have conflicting feelings during puberty. I can see where there may be a point when a guy doesn't have a gf and begins to feel badly about masturbating.  I think it's only temporary and doesn't damage his long-term self-esteem.

Answer 4

What?  No, it doesn't lower your self esteem.  

I guess if you are sitting there telling yourself how pathetic and what a loser you are after you're done, then maybe, but that is just low self-esteem to begin with and has nothing to do with masturbation.  There's nothing wrong with masturbation.  Everyone does it.  E-v-e-r-y-o-n-e.

Answer 5

No I do not believe that, it actually produces endorphines that make you feel emotionally good for a while afterwards. As for the long run, I don't think it has anything to do with your self esteem as long as you don't view it from a negative standpoint and have guilt about it.

Answer 6

No, it makes me feel better in myself which boosts my confidence. :)

Answer 7

noo deffinently not! makes ya feel good aha

Answer 8

Only if you've been made to feel guilty about it.

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Answer 9

no that's not true

Answer 10

No, when your through your brain releases chemicals that can relax you. So I have heard.

Answer 11

Masturbating doesn't lower your self-esteem, but your attitudes about it can.  If you think that masturbation is a moral fault, or that it is a pathetic substitute for "real" s*x, or an unnatural act, then you will form negative opinions about yourself as a result of your natural attraction to this pleasurable activity.

None of those evaluations of masturbation are correct.  Masturbation is normal and natural.  It is just as "real" as other forms of sexual expression, and it is certainly more moral that having indiscriminate s*x with multiple partners, exposing yourself to STDs and unplanned pregnancies.  Masturbation is for winners!  Masturbation is also an excellent choice for young people.  It is a way to explore your body and your sexual response in a safe, private manner, at your own speed.  When you start to share sexual activity with others, mutual masturbation is a safer activity than others you could choose, carrying less risk of STDs and pregnancy.

Answer 12

Heard it from a few people? well there are only 2 types of people!

People who m********e, and liars!

Answer 13

no, it does not lower your self esteem, all it does is make you happier over time. Your p***s is like any other muscle in your body, and masturbation is just a workout for your p***s. Over time it will grow much bigger. And if you stretch your balls sack for 20 seconds from all angles before and after you go to bed, the results will definitely grow over 3 months or more. Any other questions, just contact me.  

Answer 14

Probably not, it's just another one of those myths created to scare kids into not masturbating. All it does is give you a relaxed feeling. The worst that could happen is a feeling of guilt after you finish, but it will pass after like 5 minutes.