If your loved one is far away, virtual sex can give you both intense pleasure. If he is close, but your relationship clearly needs updating, virtual is also suitable.
Today, with a smartphone in your hands and at least some vivid imagination, you can instantly cover thousands of kilometers of distances, including sensually and emotionally. “While the sexual arousal and release experienced during the act can be extremely pleasurable, the virtual dynamic also comes with its own risks. It is very important to understand the advantages and disadvantages of this type of sex before deciding whether it is right for you,” explains sexologist Olga Vasilenko.
How common is virtual sex?
Virtual, like masturbation, is one of those topics that is not suitable for polite small talk. It's only because it's never discussed openly that most people can't even imagine how common such things are. Let’s be clear right away: sex is any action with a virtual partner that leads to arousal and, possibly, orgasm. The advantages of virtual sex are:
Photo: Social networks Helps build an intimate life Vulgar text messages, lewd pictures, voice notes in a deep, hoarse voice – all of them can work to build or revive an intimate relationship between a couple in reality. “This is sure to heighten the anticipation and leave you both awestruck and excited. As you try out the different fantasies discussed in sex messages in real life, your sex life will blossom again. In this sense, the virtual and relationships can feed each other,” says Olga. It’s more enjoyable than masturbation This act can bring intense and deep sexual satisfaction, more enjoyable than masturbating alone. You help the other person get aroused, and they reciprocate. “Even if there are no obligations, virtual reality turns out to be a very pleasant way to spend time,” says the sexologist. Antidote to prohibitions One of the main advantages of virtual reality is that it helps to get rid of inhibitions and reveal your sexual personality. “In a new relationship, when both partners are still exploring each other and do not dare to take a step towards each other, virtual sex can help break the ice and understand what you both want from sex and from relationships in general,” says Olga. Long distance relationships If you and your partner are in a long-distance relationship, you know that longing and unsatisfied sexual desire is the root cause of a number of problems. “With virtual, you don’t have to wait until you’re next to each other to feel that intimate connection,” says Olga. Photo: Social networks Always there is a risk of exposure The study found that 17% of people involved in sexting and virtual sex share the contents of correspondence or even videos with other people. There is always a risk that your fiery meetings or “dirty correspondence” will be viewed by someone else. Are you ready for this? Do you fully trust your partner? Your virtual network may become a victim of hackers Even if you trust your partner, you cannot exclude the risk that your sex chats will end up in hands of hackers and will leak onto the Internet. Every message sent electronically leaves a digital trace. A person with the right skill and intent could follow that trail, find those messages—yes, even the ones you deleted—and misuse them. The consequences of this can be catastrophic. “So try not to show your face, tattoos, apartment interior – in short, everything by which you can be identified. Use only secure communication channels and set the settings to auto-delete, say, after an hour,” Olga reminds.
