This post is Watch Mother Fuckers Onlinepart of Mashable'sMasturbation Week. May is National Masturbation Month, so we're celebrating by exploring the many facets of self-love.
We have dozens upon dozens of verbal euphemisms for masturbation: jerking off, shucking the corn, paddling the pink canoe among them. But, as the age-old adage declares, a picture is worth a thousand words, which means GIFs are worth at least a million.
So behold: A collection of GIFs that could -- and should -- be used to symbolize masturbation. They range from very obvious to something a little more subtle, and the dirtier mind you have the more amusing this journey of simulated self-love will be.
Ariel knows that things are definitely better down where it's wetter.
Via GiphyThis rabbit is getting funky with his chicken. Shake that chicken, man. Shake it real good.
Via GiphyCue all the horrible male-written lines about vaginas being delicate flowers.
Via GiphyPlaying the Nintendo Wii is supposed to be fun and family-friendly. Just make sure you hold the Wiimote at an appropriate angle.
Via GiphyThat sure is...one way to stroke a post. Good ol' Amish Wood Milk to the rescue.
Via GiphyThis man is very intense about revving up his machine.
Via GiphyRemember Rick Santorum? That one Republican dude who ran for president in 2012? Now you'll never forget.
Via GiphyShake Weights honestly deserve their own special category.
Via GiphyVia GiphyVia GiphyThis one is called the "Masturbation Frustration."
Via GiphyIt's Bill Nye the Science Guy, so it's scientific and educational.
Via GiphyWe all know the real reason why Tom Hanks' character in Castaway is nearly nude and furiously stroking his arm back and forth.
Via GiphyIt's just a ferret being washed in foamy, white soap, duh.
Via GiphyThis is how dudes think masturbation with a vagina works.
Via GiphyWhen really, it takes more of a delicate hand.
Via GiphyTill you get that bloom of an orgasm.
Via GiphyJust rub that magic lamp, Aladdin, and all your wishes will come true.
Via GiphyThis one may be a stretch, but it totally works: The slow back and forth motion builds up heat and allows for an orgasmic flavor combination.
Via GiphyThis slowly stroking hand creates some love on that piece of bread.
Via GiphyFor those who prefer more of a rhythmic insertion, these engine gears will get you all hot and bothered.
Via GiphyOr perhaps the slow flick of this avocado pit will do the trick.
Via GiphyOf course, there's the classic problem of finishing unexpectedly. But you're still gonna enjoy it.
Via GiphyIf all these GIFS got you hot and bothered, never fear: This should cool you right off.
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