A few readers, both younger and older, described how isolated they have felt not being able to talk with friends about masturbation without being labelled weird or a freak or a sinner. JackinWorld has become their forum. Females find hints on masturbating their boyfriends. And we heard about a few enlightened parents, particularly single moms, who approve of and enable their sons' masturbation as a healthy, normal behavior.]
My main source of sexual release is masturbation, and I enjoy masturbating almost daily. So, I like to read about others' masturbation experiences and to see how universal the practice is. It's heartening to see how many young people are becoming more comfortable with the subject and enjoy telling about their experiences and feelings about it. I think masturbation is wonderful and that it's great to have a source of information about it available to anyone. I support anything that encourages people to masturbate, as I consider it one of the healthiest as well as one of the most enjoyable of pastimes. And I admit to finding much of what appears on JackinWorld to be arousing and a welcome addition to my own masturbation routine. JackinWorld makes me want to masturbate more, and I think that's a good thing.
- age 45, Tennessee
This Week's Wackiest Response:
I come to JackinWorld because whenever I do, my computer begins to recite Emily Dickinson's and Walt Whitman's poetry in the most beautiful voice I have ever heard. Occasionally, depending on its mood, it may either sing opera or perform Shakespeare. (I find this the most entertaining, as seeing my mouse leap off the mouse pad and begin reciting Hamlet's soliloquy is not something I get to see often.)
- age 16, California
I visit JackinWorld because it gives me the best tips on technique, lubes, etc. I also like to know I am not the only person in the world who masturbates 24/7!
- age 16, Massachusetts
I visit JackinWorld because it has so much interesting stuff. The techniques let me know that some of the stuff I do when I masturbate is normal. The Questions of the Week are also a plus because they let people see a variety of stuff other people think or do. It lets me know I am not alone and there are other people like me. Plus, some of the stories are very funny.
- age 20, Texas
I like to read the Question of the Week — just to see what people think, their ideas, and (my personal favorite) the oddball response you guys highlight!
- age 18, Florida
Reading other visitors' Question of the Week responses usually turns me on A LOT! I'm not sure why; I always end up masturbating as I read them. In fact, I'm doing it right now! Keep up the good work!
- age 22, Canada
I'm female, so I love to hear about guys' experiences when they masturbate. It usually gets me in the mood to do a little of my own!
- age 16, Minnesota (female)
I have always been curious about others' masturbation practices. JackinWorld and JackInsider satisfy that curiosity. I also become sexually stimulated reading answers to many of the questions.
- age 60, Texas
The devil makes me. He says he'll give me candy if I sin against the dogma churches. I'm a heretic, and I cry every night because of this.
- age 14, California
To affirm what I've always known — that masturbation is great, whether alone or with someone. It's great to see you dissipate the many masturbation myths and put it into the perspective of a normal, natural act that can be pleasurable and necessary. I wish I had had such information available when I was a teenager, wondering if what I did regularly was wrong. I still do it regularly, although I have been married to a beautiful woman for many years. Keep up the good work!
- age 68, Nebraska
To learn new techniques and to find out what other guys are thinking about while they masturbate. Also, you have tons of answers to all of the questions I have.
- age 18, California
I am a professional dominatrix, and I come here to read responses and get turned on before I have to do a session. It helps get me in the proper mindset, and helps me enjoy my work. It's easier to be sexy if you feel sexual — and if you are sexually aroused. I also use this site to help with my submissives. It helps me better understand their body and their reactions. I enjoy knowing that men enjoy masturbation, and this site helps me remember that.
- age 21, Texas (female)
JackinWorld offers discussion about something I have never talked to another human being about. My parents are conservatives, so I don't think they approve — but I don't know, because they have never even given me "the talk" (thank God!). All of my friends think I don't do it, though why, I don't know. So this site helps me a lot in coping with not having anyone to talk to.
- age 14, Alabama
It's the only place I can receive decent information on the subject, without being bombarded with porn ads. The information is, literally, practical. Keep it up!
- age 18, United Kingdom
JackinWorld is kind of a relief for me. In my community, it's taboo for girls to masturbate. I feel awkward and strange trying to talk about it to any of my friends. It's nice to come to a place that makes me feel comfortable and lets me know I'm not the only one out there.
- age 15, Montana (female)
Has a cat got curiosity? Do I love erotica? Do people prefer non-fiction to fiction? Would I like to share what I've learned with others who haven't learned it yet? Would I like to learn from others' experiences of things I haven't gone through yet? Do I think the only important thing to read is the headline from today's newspaper? How many reasons would you like? Bravo, and keep on!
- age 39, Florida
Honestly, I visit JackinWorld hoping my Question of the Week response will be posted. And after I read the other responses, I masturbate. It has also made me much more open about my favorite hobby.
- age 15, Utah
It gives me ideas on how to please my boyfriend.
- age 18, Denmark (female)
I found this site only last week and was a JackInsider subscriber within two days. The site answers my many questions and theories about masturbation. I always knew guys masturbate, but by reading some of the past Q&As, I realized many of the things I have thought and fancied have happened to tons of other guys as well. I continue to visit because it's a great source of wisdom on the subject and it has taught me a lot.
- age 23, Kentucky
Your site gives great advice on techniques and isn't afraid of being attacked by the anti-masturbation group. It gives important information and helps to shape people, young adults mostly, who otherwise would be kept in the dark about most of the topics you cover. I also like the Question of the Week — reading what other people write, and seeing that many people fantasize about the same things. I also learned some things I didn't expect. For example, many straight men fantasize about males, and it's totally normal. Or, that older people can reach orgasm just as younger ones can — although as people grow older, orgasmic frequency usually decreases.
- age 16, New York
Basically, I've had and still have questions. And, you've had and still have answers! Everything I've needed to get my sex life underway was from JackinWorld.
- age 20, New Jersey
This is an easy one. I check in often to reassure myself I'm not alone. It may sound strange coming from someone who is 48 years old, but there was nothing like JackinWorld around when I was a kid. This past week after all the terrorism, I felt sick inside a lot of the time and had no desire, even though my body needed a physiological release. That caused more frustration on top of everything else. I needed to masturbate but couldn't. Finally, I turned off the TV and took care of things. I can say that here.
- age 48, New York
I now come to JackinWorld to read all the Questions of the Week responses. I find them very informative, and I enjoy learning how other guys deal with different issues relating to masturbating. When I first clicked onto JackinWorld 3 or 4 years ago, I spent much of my time dissecting it and learning different techniques. I look forward each week to reading how my age group answers your question.
- age 17, Illinois
I first saw JackinWorld's address in a magazine at a barber shop a few years ago. I came home, checked it out, and have been a regular reader since. Learning many new techniques and more about the universal practice we share in this area of our lives has helped other adults and me, a senior adult, as well as our youth. Never having a buddy to share learning these experiences with in my youth, and living in a society that still does not openly discuss this issue, I have been happy to hear that others have had the same thoughts and concerns that I had and that they are natural and normal. I continue to visit the site to learn new techniques, to continue maturing my attitude about our favorite solo practice, and because I still greatly enjoy masturbating.
- age 65, Florida
I'm still kind of new to masturbation (only a year), and I want to know more about it — such as new ways, and how guys feel about doing it, and what's normal. I don't have anyone to talk with (my mom's divorced), and I'm not comfortable talking to most of my friends. Besides, I don't think they know much more about it than I do.
- age 14, California
I find the site interesting, particularly the comments from more mature ladies and gentlemen. I also get helpful ideas and suggestions for ways to improve my favorite hobby, which I must depend upon more and more as my wife ages and dries up, and companions become harder to find.
- age 76, Texas
I started visiting JackinWorld last year at my mom's suggestion. She found out about the site from a friend at work who also has a boy my age. I had a lot of questions, and my mom, who is single, tried to answer them. But she could help me only so much. I learned a lot, and now I like to try all the different ways to masturbate and read the articles and Question of the Week. JackinWorld has really brought my mom and me closer. Sometimes we even read it together because we share the computer. Mom also buys me lotion. I also printed out the entire JackinHow-To section, and half the time it is on the table near my bed.
- age 14, Florida
As a college professor, I do a lot of reading and writing — and occasionally some teaching — on men's gender issues, men's sexuality, and men's organizations. It's been particularly enlightening to know from JackinWorld how male teenagers today are similar to, and different from, male teenagers when I was one. (Guys then were not as open about either masturbation or homosexuality. But I also wasn't around any of these ignorant Bible thumpers, either.) Of course, I know that answers to these questions in particular are not necessarily a true representation of all of the answers you get, and certainly are not a true representation of all men. But the number and variety of answers is interesting and helpful nonetheless. [We try to select answers that represent the larger group of responses, and are also interesting and rich in detail. -Ed.]
- age 38, Pennsylvania
No one else covers masturbation in a mature, anti-spam, non-homophobic, non-pornographic way. There are also the Questions of the Week, which keep this place new and interesting.
- age 16, Wisconsin
The first time I came here I was looking for some masturbation education material for my 12-year-old son. I found that I like the Questions of the Week a lot. Sometimes, the answers are very funny. My wife and I both read them now.
- age 42, California
This is probably the only site that is dedicated to male masturbation. Where else would we get reliable information on techniques and stuff? So far, JackinWorld is the best site to visit.
- age 16, Taiwan
I enjoy masturbating even though I do so rarely, since I am in an active heterosexual relationship. But I am in love with my penis and fascinated by the experiences of others with theirs.
- age 52, New York
The Question of the Week is mentally very stimulating (and also, physically sometimes). The rest of the site is like paradise — people can convey their views, experiences, and ideas in an open environment, without the stigma often attached to masturbation. It is this openness that I find most appealing!
- age 17, United Kingdom
I am an only child and never knew people thought about this like I did. I like to learn how other people live their sex lives. I also like to read that I am normal and that other guys do what I do.
- age 19, Wisconsin
The answers in JackinQ&A are both erotic and informative. You strike a terrific balance without ever becoming sleazy. It's also great to read how many straight guys mess around with each other sexually.
- age 32, Illinois
After visiting here I feel downright boring! I'm a conservative Christian who thinks masturbation is a gift from God until I can get married (please God, let it be soon). Also, some of the questions have some ethical slants to them, such as lust and mutual masturbation. So, I take the opportunity to say what I think is right. Also, I'm just plain glad to have people to talk to about my private habit, even though I don't always agree with what you think is acceptable.
- age 25, Ohio
For me, as with most men, masturbating is a solitary action. When I read through the comments here, I find it fun to see that so many people have shared many of the things I've experienced while pleasuring myself. The Internet's relative anonymity allows contributors to discuss things about masturbation that would never come up in casual talk. To single out a recent Question of the Week, I couldn't see myself asking the guys at the lunch table at work, "Does it feel better when you do it with the other hand?"
- age 45, New York
JackinWorld is the most up-front and honest site about masturbation that I've found, even if it is aimed towards guys. Since I found a link to this site, I've been coming back every week. Now I've found other reasons to keep coming back. A lot of guys who post things say girls have no idea what they're doing when it comes to the penis. But I think if they took the time to come here, they'd know a lot more. I sure do!
- age 14, Ontario, Canada (female)
Honestly, the real reason I read JackinWorld is I get turned on reading about other people's masturbation experiences. It seems weird, but the male responses turn me on more than the female ones. However, I'm as straight as they come. I don't quite understand why I feel this way.
- age 26, California
I'm female, and I visit JackinWorld for a few reasons. Admittedly, I'm aroused and therefore fascinated by male masturbation. I like to watch my boyfriend masturbate. I like to fantasize about males masturbating, and I like to help males masturbate. So, I get a bit of a sexual rush by visiting JackinWorld. I also visit to read the JackinExpert pages to find new ways to masturbate my boyfriend.
- age 20, Vermont (female)
Four reasons: 1. Because it makes me feel okay to masturbate. 2. I have learned great masturbation techniques that have given me some *amazing* erections. 3. Now I can respond to people who say I'm a freak (because I masturbate) by telling them to visit your site. 4. Most of all — and this may sound weird — because I'm French, and you help me make progress with my English. Thank you!
- age 14, France
I first visited out of curiosity about 9 months ago and quickly saw the extent of the site and the many topics covered. I immediately went to the JackinHow-To section, where I learned I had not been stroking properly (continuing through ejaculation) all these years. From there, I explored advanced techniques, perused JackinForum, and soon signed up as an Insider member. Above all, I visit JackinWorld to read about others' experiences and techniques, and to fully understand that sexuality, including masturbation, is such a vital part of our being. We are entitled to all the pleasure masturbation can bring without guilt, worry, or self-condemnation.
- age 60, Michigan
I keep on coming back not just for the different techniques but for the personal support I find. When I was younger, I would feel dirty after I masturbated, as if I had done something horribly wrong. But when I found this site two years ago, I found out other people like it as much as I do. So, I have continued to come back to find tidbits and discover personal information about myself.
- age 16, Wisconsin
When I was younger, I started to come here mostly because it was a turn-on to think and read about masturbation. I still come here for that reason, but also because I've become close friends with a younger guy — sort of an older brother/mentor relationship. I want to be able to give him good information. I often disagree with the "anything goes" vibe I get from much of what is here, but I'm glad there is at least something for me to think about and choose to agree with or disagree with — and to share with someone younger.
- age 25, New Jersey
My dad makes me, because I got caught 3 times sticking my penis into different things. So I have to come here.
- age 14, Michigan
I am a counselor for a community group that deals with teens who suffer from abuse and sexual problems. I found your site by accident recently — while trying to gain information to answer a question that was put to me by a 13-year-old boy. Since then, I have used your site to help me alleviate any fears the kids may have. It is a great resource. I have even passed the site on to other counselor friends of mine. Congratulations for a wonderful, informative site that deals with masturbation in a wholesome manner without the smutty and crude references that seem to be evident in other sites.
- age 31, Australia
I started visiting when I was 13 simply because I wanted to learn about my body. I also felt that my penis was small for my age, and I didn't know much about masturbating. I was quite interested in the poll questions and the JackinQ&A section. Now I am an avid masturbator, and I have learned about some sexually related topics first-hand, but I still visit JackinWorld because I like to learn new techniques — and I love to read the Question of the Week. Thanks so much for helping me to feel good enough about myself to get started two years ago.
- age 15, Connecticut
The responses to your questions are often very arousing, and I enjoy masturbating while I read them. There is also a very refreshing honesty about the whole site. I've always been perceived as a "brainy" type and therefore, in many people's minds, asexual. I've never had a friend with whom I could openly talk about sexual matters. So reading about others discussing such things fills an important void for me.
- age 30, New York
I like to learn new techniques and also learn about my body. I showed my mom this site to get her approval, and she likes it. It is just we two, and even though we are close and can talk about sex, she can't answer all my questions.
- age 15, Florida
I began visiting JackinWorld when I first got online at age 16. Before that, I could find masturbation resources only in health classes or books. These sources typically gave the "masturbation is okay" speech, but failed to provide more in-depth information. For that, you would have to turn to your parents — is this normal, is that normal, etc. JackinWorld provides readers not only with relevant information, but also with the comfort and support that what they're doing is perfectly all right — and if something isn't, what steps should be taken to rectify the situation. While I've pretty much learned all there is to know about masturbation, I still enjoy visiting this site for nostalgia, as well as to remind myself that masturbation should be fun.
- age 20, Connecticut