Did you know that men and people with penises (PWP) are capable of experiencing over 11 different types of orgasm? That’s right—there are more than 11 unique forms of orgasmic pleasure available to you through genital stimulation!
Unfortunately, most men typically only experience one or two types of orgasm, leaving a vast world of pleasure unexplored.
In this episode of Sex Is Medicine, Devi and Alaina break down the more than 11 different orgasms that men and PWPs can experience through breath, connection, and mindful masturbation.
But first, what exactly is an orgasm?
The mainstream definition by Masters and Johnson describes orgasm as: the final, pleasurable part of the four-phase sexual response cycle, characterized by a sudden release of sexual tension through rhythmic muscle contractions and a temporary return to a resting state. In males, orgasm is typically followed by ejaculation and a refractory period, while in females, it can be followed by further orgasms without a significant recovery period.
In Tantra and Holistic Sexology, we define orgasm differently. We see it as a “peak of pleasure” that can be sustained, savored, and built upon. We also define orgasm as “an expansion of life-force energy in the energy body.”
These definitions provide a broader and more nuanced understanding of how the experience of orgasm can manifest in the body.
So, what does a typical orgasm for men look like?
A conventional male ejaculatory orgasm has two stages:
1. Emission Stage: This is when pleasure builds in the body and fluid accumulates in the prostate gland.
2. Expulsion Stage: This is the ejaculatory orgasm when semen is expelled through the urethra.
After ejaculation, the brain releases prolactin, which generates feelings of calmness and relaxation.
However, this is just one type of orgasm, similar to selecting only one food item at a buffet—there’s so much more to explore!
As a man or PWP, your capacity for pleasure and multiple orgasms is as vast as that of a woman. It simply requires education, commitment, and practice.
So, how can you begin to experience more of your orgasmic potential? Follow these suggestions during solo or partner pleasure.
Just the Tips:
- Pause, relax, and breathe deeply.
- Slow down your movements.
- Maintain eye contact with your partner.
- Tune in to subtle bodily sensations.
- Celebrate all peaks of pleasure as orgasms.
- Engage in self-pleasure regularly W/O porn!!!
- Breathe, breathe, and breathe!
Listen to the episode below of Sex Is Medicine for a detailed description of the more than 11 different orgasms available for men and people with penises.
