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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Wilfrid Laurier chapter.

Deciding whether or not to buy yourself a vibrator can be a hard decision. There is a lot of stigma associated with purchasing a vibrator that still exists in our society. However, it’s 2020 which means it’s probably time we come to terms with the fact that women masturbate. As a society, we don’t often talk about female masturbation as often as we talk about male masturbation, and it is time for that to change. A great way to start is to buy yourself a vibrator and take control of your sexuality.

One of the best things about owning a vibrator is that it gives you the opportunity to figure out what you like. You  are able to privately explore things that will get you where you need to go. Exploring sex by yourself allows you to be free from judgment. When you are by yourself you can try things that you may be too shy to ask for in the bedroom. You can try different techniques and different positions and truly figure out what will work for you. It’s no question that sex is complicated and that most women don’t cum through penetration alone.  This will give you the opportunity to figure out what combination of things will get you off. Knowing what you like and being able to experiment will also help you strengthen your sex life. It is so much easier to communicate to your partner what is working when you know what in fact works.

Another great benefit is that  owning a vibrator offers the utmost convenience for you. In the mood? You don’t need to wait for anyone. You don’t need to go through the formality of going on a date as a precursor to sex. Let’s be honest, sex can be complicated. The hookup culture we have been thrusted into allows for sexual freedom but also greatly complicates the emotional aspect of sex. Sometimes you just want sex to be sex and nothing more. There is no better way to achieve that than with a vibrator. Are you just feeling horny and want to get off without getting attached? Then a vibrator is the way to go. When you own a vibrator, you can spare yourself some of the regrettable one-night stands and take care of your needs yourself. Truly a win-win situation.

At the end of the day, female masturbation is something we should all be talking about more. It’s natural, complex and a beautiful thing. It’s time we own our bodies and own our sexuality to the fullest extent. Do your research and figure out what kind of vibrator you would want and take the plunge. There are so many options so don’t be discouraged if the first one you try doesn’t quite do it for you. From one woman to another, it is one of the best decisions you will ever make.

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