One in ten women are not comfortable talking to partner - about sexual desires
One in ten women admit they do not feel comfortable talking to their partner – about their own sexual desires, research has found.
A poll of 1,000 women found that three in ten (31%) are more likely to climax while enjoying some solo sexual pleasure, than they are with their other half.
And seven in ten believe such “alone time” is an essential part of their wellness and self-care – with 26% feeling more comfortable when indulging in an act of self-pleasure.
It also emerged that 23% have sexual fantasies or taboos they have not discussed with their partner – and 9% have even hidden the fact that they own a sex toy.
However, despite the importance of their “me time”, just 48% of women feel they have time to fit this into their schedules – typically setting aside just 30 minutes a week for their own pleasure.
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And almost a fifth say they never commit any time to this, according to the research, commissioned by celebrity-founded wellness drinks brand, G Spot.
But one in ten hide the fact that they own a sex toy from their partner (Megan Madden/Refinery29/Getty Images)A spokesman for the brand, which has launched its new flavour, “Arouse”, said: “We believe taking time for self-pleasure isn't just an intimate act, it is an act of self-care.
“Pleasure is an essential part of holistic well-being – it is not a selfish pursuit, but the truest form of self-care and discovery. We want to empower women to have the confidence to find time for themselves – which we all need and deserve.”
Among the top reasons for finding it easier to please themselves include knowing their body better (63%), tapping into their own fantasies (33%), and not feeling rushed (32%) – while 19% say their inhibitions and insecurities go out the window.
And the top tactics to get in the mood for some self-indulgence include fantasising (28%), watching adult content (26%), and reading erotic literature (23%) – with others setting up a comfortable space (22%), and having a warm bath or shower (20%).
The majority of women polled, via OnePoll, admitted they do have an open dialogue with their partner, as three-quarters said they felt comfortable talking about what they do and don’t like in bed with their other half.
And on average, women are having sex six times a month – but would ideally like to be having private moments with a partner at least eight times a month.
The spokesman from G Spot, which offers non-alcoholic drinks that are low in natural sugars and calories, and created by a nutritionist and mixologist, added: “Every individual's body is unique, and what brings pleasure can vary greatly.
“Women have an incredible capacity to understand their own bodies, desires, and boundaries, and it's through self-pleasure that they unlock the key to their own satisfaction.
“Far too often, the topic of women’s sexuality is viewed as taboo, and laden with feelings of guilt. Inspiring the confidence in women to do what feels good – whether that be in relation to sexual pleasure and wellness, or simply the choices we make around food and drink – is central to our ethos.
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“Wellness is due a fresh take – one which is less intense and anxiety-inducing, and makes you feel good, without guilt or inhibition.”
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