May is International Masturbation Month, another reason (as if one were needed) for a guy to give relief to that erect penis that's always straining at his trouser fly. Of course, masturbation is a good way to pay attention to penis health, so having a month devoted to one of man's favorite activities has a health benefit as well as an entertainment factor to it.

Having a good wank (or two or three or…) is a perfectly fine way to celebrate Masturbation Month. But for enthusiasts, here are a few tips to make the celebration even more fun.

Share the joy. Masturbation Month was founded as a way to help decrease the stigma that is frequently attached to playing with oneself. As such, for those who feel comfortable doing so, it's a good idea to let others know what one is up to. Talking openly about one's masturbatory activities with trusted friends is one way, but there are others: writing (anonymously if desired) about experiences on a blog, forum or message board, sharing (again, anonymously) selfies, etc.

Hold a party. For those who are open about their masturbating, holding a jack-and-jill party (or attending one organized by another person or group) can be a lot of fun. There are steps that need to be taken to insure proper hygiene (slipcovers, floor coverings, etc.) and ground rules have to be laid down about acceptable behavior, but openly engaging in masturbatory activities with other like-minded individuals can be liberating and incredibly exciting.

Turn down intercourse. Okay, not totally - but if a guy is in a sexual partnership, why not suggest turning one or more opportunities for intercourse into some mutual masturbation activities? Penetrative sex is awesome, but there's also something to be said for vigorously masturbating with someone special.

Try new places. Most guys tend to take matters into their own hands in one or two specific places - frequently their bed or in front of their computer. This is an excellent time to expand those horizons and to satisfy that erect penis (safely and legally) in new places: the men's room at work, the kitchen, the dinner table, the garage, in a tent, the passenger seat of the car, etc. At a wedding reception, slip off to the john and indulge those fantasies about their sexy bridesmaid. In between courses at a restaurant, slip off to the gents room to slap one off. In a properly concealed backyard, strip down and go to town.

Toy with it. Masturbation Month is an excellent time to introduce that erect penis to the world of sex toys. Penis rings and vibrators are especially popular, but guys should experiment with whatever they want. They may discover some new sensual spots and sensations they didn't even know about.

Go new. Make time to explore new ways to masturbate. Try switching hands, for example, or use a synthetic vagina, or wear gloves while stroking. Alternatively, try new sources of visual stimulation to get out of a rut. If a guy always watches missionary-style couple sex, he can try viewing new positions or looking at erotic material that features groups, lesbians, bisexual men, leather enthusiasts, etc.

Masturbation Month is a time of the year when erect penises become extremely happy penises - and sometimes extremely sore ones, too. It's one of the side effects of celebrating masturbation, but it can be rectified through the use of a superior penis health crème (health professionals recommend Man1 Man Oil). If the crème features a combination of a high-end emollient (such as Shea butter) and a potent natural hydrator (such as vitamin E), it can provide delightful, soothing relief to an overworked rod. And what if a guy goes a little gonzo on his tool and it gets a bit deadened to sensation? A crème with neuroprotective acetyl L-carnitine is ideal for helping to restore loss of sensitivity so that a guy gets the most out of every boner pull. After all, there's no reason to celebrate Masturbation Month unless the manhood is in good health for it.