The fact that conventional sex education is so brief and limited means most people have to figure things out for themselves. Over time, you gradually become versed in your own unique approach to sex, complete with a unique stockpile of opinions and presumptions.

Unfortunately, this also gives rise to the kinds of myths that can be counterproductive. If not, in some instances, outright harmful.

Even today, too many people are far too shy to talk openly about sex. 

Consequently, long-standing myths continue being perpetuated indefinitely, irrespective of how misguided they can be.

To put things into some context, here’s a brief rundown of six surprising sex myths you may or may not have heard on the grapevine:

Myth #1: You Can’t Have Great Sex Without an Orgasm

Contrary to popular belief, orgasms are not the be-all and end-all. Sure, there’s no feeling in the world quite like an explosive orgasm, but this doesn’t mean you cannot take enormous enjoyment out of sex without the big O.

Truth is, anyone who focuses exclusively or disproportionately on the final few seconds of sex isn’t seeing the bigger picture. If you can learn to take pleasure in every aspect of sex from start to finish, you’ll soon be getting much more out of your sex life than those obsessed with orgasms.

Myth #2: Skype Sex Cam Services Are Mainly for Lonely Singles 

A common assumption, but a million miles from the mark nonetheless. You’d be surprised how many men and women in perfectly happy relationships turn to Skype sex cam services to help them up their game in the real world. Or, perhaps, simpler to explore the kinds of fetishes they’re too shy to embrace in real life.

Online sex cam sites provide an invaluable service for those with no conventional sexual outlet, but this is just one of the many demographics they cater to.

Myth #3: Most Women Find It Difficult or Impossible to Orgasm

If you’ve fallen into this false assumption yourself, you’re clearly doing something wrong.

While it’s true to say that some women don’t achieve orgasm as quickly or easily as others, it’s comparatively rare for a woman to reach orgasm rarely (or never). Some women don’t experience their first orgasm until their 20s or 30s, which has nothing to do with the fact that they cannot do so. It’s just that nobody has yet mastered the elusive technique they need to make it happen – including themselves.

Myth #4: Frequent Masturbation Is Bad For Your Health

Quite the contrary, as the psychological and physical health benefits of masturbation, are pretty much identical to those of conventional sex.

From start to finish, the effects masturbation has on the body and mind are overwhelmingly positive. Reduced levels of stress hormones, a cardiovascular health boost, even the reduced risk of countless diseases – masturbation is good for you…fact. Just as long as you’re not doing yourself any physical damage by getting carried away with your preferred method, there’s no such thing as showing yourself too much love.

Myth #5: Sex Burns More Calories Than Working Out

The fact that sex is indeed a form of exercise has long led many to assume that hitting the springs is better for burning calories than hitting the gym. If only it were true, but sadly it’s not the case.

In reality, studies have shown that an average 30-minute sex session only burns between 70 and 100 calories in most people. Spending several hours in bed at a time could be a great way to burn calories while enjoying yourself. But given that the average duration of sex is (believe it or not) just 6 minutes, it’s not enough to keep the general population fit in its own right! 

Myth #6: Sex Without Penetration Really Isn’t Sex

Finally, the past few years taught much of the world that physical separation isn’t a big deal if you put your mind to it. At least, not when it comes to gaining the physical gratification you need to stay sane or satisfy your partner.

Long-distance sex via a webcam has the potential to be just as enjoyable as conventional sex. If not more so, given that you both care for your satisfaction personally. Nobody knows how to please you better than yourself – precisely where the appeal lies with mutual masturbation.

Hence, not only is penetration not necessary to have great sex, but you don’t need to be in the same time zone to have an unforgettable time together.