Loving yourself, first
People differ in their self-conceptions. Some people, particularly those in individualistic western cultures, assume an independent self. Others, often in Asia and third world cultures, assume an interdependent self.
An interdependent self has a greater sense of belonging. One has not one self but many selves: self-with-boyfriend, self-with-colleagues, self-with-parents, etc. The goal of social life is not so much to enhance one's individual self as to harmonise with and support one's communities. Self-esteem relates closely to "what others think of me and my group".
An independent sense of self leads to a lessening of importance of what others think. Self awareness means being aware of your thoughts, feelings, beliefs and atttidues, and physicality. It means accepting, rejecting, changing and expanding yourself in ways that mean something to you.
As you learn to define yourself in your own terms, you can express parts of yourself with confidence and attract people who share a mutual experience. Unhappiness, dissatisfaction and negative thoughts and feelings may still be a part of your life but you will be aware of such feelings and thoughts and more in control of how or if they affect you.
Sex Education for Men (semen)
Find out about the male body and penis, learn about the benefits of masturbation, better sex and read about ejaculation issues. There's also a section about common problems and a glossary for any unusual terms. And you can ask questions.
