What is gooning?

Hey hey, naïve Pack, 

Given the flood of messages we received on the subject of gooning, we decided it was time to look a little more closely at the question and tell you its story… 

Focus... HERE WE GO!

Defining a practice on the rise

You may have come across it on a forum or on social media: gooning is on everyone's lips. But behind this English-language term lies a very specific practice that shakes up the codes of solo pleasure. Between total letting-go and a rising surge of desire, we explain everything about this unique sensory experience.

Why does gooning appeal to so many enthusiasts?

Gooning is a prolonged masturbation practice that aims to reach an erotic "trance" state. Unlike a typical session where orgasm is the quick goal, the gooner (the term used for practitioners) seeks to stay as long as possible on the edge of pleasure.

The idea isn't simply to delay the inevitable, but to deliberately lose yourself in your sensations until your mind disconnects from the rest of the world. This is what's known as the "goon state": a moment of total disconnection where only physical pleasure matters.

Gooning vs Edging: What's the difference?

The two are often confused, and yet the intention differs:

• Edging: This is a control technique. You build up the pressure, stop just before orgasm (the "edge"), come back down, and start again. The aim is often to make the final orgasm more explosive.

• Gooning: This is a technique of surrender. If edging is an exercise in control, gooning is a quest for submersion. You're not necessarily trying to control the build-up, but to immerse yourself in a continuous flow of pleasure until you lose all sense of time.

Why is this practice generating so much enthusiasm?

If gooning is attracting more and more curious souls, it's because it meets a need to slow down in a world that moves too fast. Here are its main benefits:

1. An intense sensory exploration: By staying in a heightened state of arousal for a long time, every part of the body becomes ultra-sensitive.

2. A mental letting-go: The "goon state" acts as a form of erotic meditation. You clear your mind, forget your stress, and focus solely on what you feel.

3. A better knowledge of yourself: Practising gooning allows you to discover new erogenous zones and understand how your own pleasure evolves over time.

How to ease yourself into gooning?

Fancy giving it a try? Here are a few tips for a successful session:

• Create a comfort bubble: set aside some time (at least 30 to 60 minutes) so you won't be interrupted. Soft lighting, music or complete silence — choose your own sanctuary.

• Choosing the right tools: gooning often requires plenty of lubrication to avoid irritation caused by the duration. Don't hesitate to bring out your favourite sex toys: air-pulse clitoral stimulators or textured masturbators are perfect for maintaining constant stimulation.

• Listen to yourself: there are no rules. If you reach orgasm, that's great. If you'd rather stay in that in-between state for hours, that's great too. The key is to stay attuned to your desires and your comfort.

Gooning goes beyond a trend — it's an invitation to rediscover your body without any pressure to perform. Whether you're alone or with a partner, the important thing is to give yourself an enchanted escape with pleasure as the only destination.