From whispered warnings to bold bedroom rules, sexual superstitions have been around longer than actual sex ed. Here are some of the weirdest ones still creeping into bedrooms.

1. If You Masturbate Too Much, You’ll Go Blind

Let’s just start with this classic. The boogeyman of solo pleasure. The OG fear tactic. The “you’ll go blind” myth was probably invented by someone whose parents didn’t want to talk about handjobs.

Here’s the truth: masturbation does not damage your eyesight. Unless you're doing it in front of a blinding ring light for OnlyFans, your vision is safe. In fact, regular masturbation can boost your mood, help with sleep, and even improve sexual performance.

So feel free to fly solo. Your corneas are not in danger.

2. Sex Before a Game Will Make You Lose

This one’s a sports classic. The idea that having sex the night before a big game will drain your energy and ruin your performance. Sorry to your high school coach, but unless you're running a marathon and having sex mid-sprint, you're good.

In fact, studies have shown that sex has no negative impact on athletic performance. If anything, it might help you relax. Just maybe skip the marathon session if you’ve got leg day coming.

3. You Can’t Get Pregnant the First Time

This one’s not funny. It’s dangerous. One of the most widely believed sexual superstitions is that your first time is some kind of fertility loophole.

Newsflash: your reproductive system doesn’t wait for your second time to clock in. Sperm works on day one. So if pregnancy isn’t in your plan, protection should be.

4. Cold Showers Cure Horniness

Cold showers might shrink your junk like a scared turtle, but they’re not a magical fix for arousal. Sure, they can help distract you temporarily, but horniness isn’t a faucet you can freeze off.

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5. Blue Balls Are a Medical Emergency

Yes, blue balls are real. No, they’re not life-threatening.

The myth that not finishing equals serious injury has caused many an awkward conversation. While unrelieved arousal can be uncomfortable, it doesn’t require a 911 call or a guilt-induced hookup. You can absolutely survive without climaxing. Promise.

Now if your testicular pain is consistent or severe, that’s a different story. In that case, doctor > drama.

6. Semen Is a Protein Shake

Sorry, gym bros. Despite some persistent TikToks and at least three pop singers making bold claims, semen is not a viable protein source. Yes, it contains trace amounts of protein. No, it should not replace your morning smoothie.

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7. Men Can’t Fake Orgasms

Oh, honey. They can. And they do.

The myth that only people with vulvas can fake it is outdated and insulting. People with penises fake orgasms for the same reasons anyone else does: pressure, awkward vibes, emotional disconnection, or a desire to get it over with. And sometimes because they’re good actors. Oscar-worthy, even.

8. All Women Get Horny on Their Period

Not true. First, let’s not assume gender or anatomy equals desire. Second, hormone fluctuations affect everyone differently. Some people with periods do feel extra turned on during menstruation. Others don’t. But arousal isn’t a one-size-fits-all thing.

Also, period sex is totally fine, safe, and for many people, pleasurable. If you’re into it, lay down a towel and go to town.

9. The Bigger the Shoe, the Bigger the... You Know

We couldn’t make a list of sexual superstitions without bringing up this whopper. While fun for jokes and TikToks, there is zero scientific evidence linking shoe size to penis size.

And honestly, who cares? Sexual pleasure is about so much more than size. Technique, chemistry, communication, and connection matter way more than your sneaker stats.

10. Horny Thoughts Are Sinful or “Dirty”

Let’s drop the shame. Sexual thoughts are normal. Fantasies are healthy. Wanting sex doesn’t make you a deviant. Whether your kink is soft and romantic or involves a harness and a safe word, it’s yours to explore.

Sexual repression leads to shame. Education and exploration lead to connection. Big difference.

So why do sexual superstitions stick around? Partly because sex still comes wrapped in secrecy, shame, and silence. When people don't get real education, they fill in the blanks with whispers, rumors, and whatever Urban Dictionary says.

It's also because sexuality is personal, emotional, and cultural. We all grow up with different messages. Some of them are empowering. Some are... not.

That’s why it's important to call out these myths, talk about sex openly, and replace superstition with science.

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Sex should be fun, not frightening. But those old-school sexual superstitions still linger like a bad hookup you ghosted years ago. The truth is, the only thing scarier than a haunted house is going into the bedroom with a head full of misinformation.

So light a candle if you want, but maybe also grab some lube. Unpack your kinks. Laugh at the lies. And enjoy sex that’s rooted in pleasure, not superstition.