Edging is a technique that prolongs the process of reaching climax to heighten sexual tension and arousal, resulting in more intense orgasms. It’s beneficial for both solo and partnered sex, offering both increased pleasure and health benefits.
1. What is Edging?
Edging is a form of orgasm control where you take yourself to the brink of climax, then stop stimulation to delay the orgasm. This cycle is repeated to build up anticipation and excitement for a more powerful orgasm.
2. Why is Edging Powerful?
(1) Health Benefits:
Edging helps combat early ejaculation and can relieve painful sex caused by vaginal dryness by increasing blood flow and natural lubrication. It also strengthens pelvic floor muscles similarly to Kegel exercises.
(2) Increased Pleasure:
Delaying orgasm heightens sensations, making the eventual release more powerful. Repeatedly denying your body’s urge increases the intensity of the experience.
(3) Increased Self-Awareness:
Edging helps you become more mindful during sex, building awareness of your body’s responses and how your breathing contributes to orgasm.
(4) Focus on Sensuality:
Edging shifts the focus from orgasm to sensuality, encouraging experimentation with different erogenous zones and enhancing the overall sexual experience.
3. How to Edge—Solo or Partnered
(1) Luxuriate and Focus on Your Breath:
Spend 5-10 minutes lightly touching your erogenous zones and paying attention to your body’s reactions and breathing. This helps identify what your body responds to.
(2) Divert Stimulation Right Before Climax:
Change stimulation when you’re close to climax to prevent orgasm without stopping completely. This works for both solo and partnered play.
(3) Pay Attention to Body Language and Communicate:
Recognize body signals like contractions or spasms that indicate approaching climax. Communicate with your partner to manage edging effectively.
(4) Allow Yourself to Orgasm:
Start small by edging one to three times before climaxing. Practice makes perfect, and taking time to savor the experience will enhance pleasure.
In essence, edging prolongs sexual stimulation, fostering a strong mind-body connection for more powerful orgasms. It’s a technique worth trying for enhanced sexual satisfaction.
