The subject of masturbation was a taboo for years. If you remember way back there was a time when chastity belts were worn to prevent anyone from having access to their privates. In ever culture this is different.

The definition of masturbation is excitation of one's own or another's genital organs, usually to orgasm, by manual contact or means other than sexual intercourse.

It does not have to just be a solo sexual activity; it can also be a means of sharing pleasure with your partner. Many people enjoy watching their partner masturbate, and gain pleasure in return from performing this activity for their partner. Watching your partner please themselves will most certainly jump start a night of fun. 

While masturbation can involve another person, most of us think of it as a very private act. It is know to be a very good way to articulate and discover your sexuality. It is also a great way to release sexual tension without dealing with the risks and emotional ties of sexual intercourse.  Health professionals generally agree that this private touching is a natural, normal mode of self-exploration and sexual expression. Unfortunately, after the excitement of the moment has passed, many people find themselves filled with guilty and or shame.

If indeed you choose to masturbate with your significant other it will allow them to satisfy you if they are not exactly in the mood for sex. There are many couples with different sex drives. This can solve a little of the problem. You or your partner can masturbate separately or with each other to relieve sexual tension and attain sexual fulfillment when the other is unable/unwilling to engage in intercourse or sexual play.

One thing is for sure; when your partner watches you masturbate they will learn what you like.  Most people who masturbate don't have trouble getting themselves to climax, and it never hurts for a sexual partner to see some other techniques for pleasuring the other.

Unfortunately, many individuals have trouble masturbating in front of their partner. They think that it is a solo or enigmatic act, which they feel embarrassed to share with others. No matter the case, you should never force your desire upon them.  If you would like to have your partner masturbate for you, you can bring up the subject, but not press if they would prefer not to.

The best way you can aid your partner is to actively satisfy yourself and not always expect them to satisfy your sexual needs.