“Keep it in your pants, brother”. Those were the first few words I heard as I sat cross-legged on a mountain in Tibet. The man speaking was dressed in orange robes with a fully shaved head. He looked wise. 

In the quest for personal and professional growth and sometimes world domination, I was often eager to explore unconventional methods that promised increased focus, heightened productivity, and improved overall well-being. I studied many unusual practices, but one of the most potent sauces for success, in my opinion, is semen retention.  

This not-so-slippery road to success has been gaining traction recently and is a centuries-old concept rooted in ancient Eastern traditions. While typically associated with spiritual practices, semen retention is now being espoused by entrepreneurs and business professionals for its potential to enhance business acumen, drive success and develop godlike superpowers, at least according to many Reddit users. About seven years ago, I decided to see what all the fuss was about. 

What is Semen Retention?

Semen retention has nothing to do with skimping on your yacht crew but is a powerful ancient practice of denying yourself short-term pleasure for long-term gain. Something I knew all too well since my journey into the world of cold showers. That, combined with the sauce of semen retention, enabled me to view this transformational journey in a new light. 

Also known as “sexual transmutation,” semen retention involves abstaining from ejaculation and conserving vital energy. In this ‘semenal’ book, Think and Grow Rich, Napoleon Hill discusses this transmutation of sexual energy and how to utilise it. My journey started with an experiment of 21 days of abstinence, and by the end, I was a firm believer in the power of SR. It changed everything for me. 

In ancient times, this practice was believed to cultivate spiritual enlightenment and increase vitality among the most frustrated of all men, monks. Most discovered immense benefits in retaining touting profound spiritual transformation as a by-product. Modern advocates of semen retention focus on its potential to improve mental clarity, physical stamina, and emotional well-being. I firmly believe that most men today lack energy, drive and motivation, and a massive aspect of this is the addictive behaviour of continual need to release the most vital of life forces, your seed. 

Abstinence significantly improves various aspects of life, especially in business and home. My personal experience mirrors others; I often see an increased capacity for creativity, connection and self-confidence, and if I could visualise my energy after a long period of semen retention, I would need to use a logarithmic chart. 

The practice of semen retention is also grounded in neuroscience and endocrinology. By practising semen retention, individuals can maintain elevated dopamine levels for extended periods, leading to heightened focus, increased motivation, and sustained drive. 

Benefits of Semen Retention: 

  1. Enhanced Mental Clarity: Semen retention fosters mental clarity by reducing brain fog and improving memory. As the mind becomes less clouded by fleeting sexual desires, we make clearer decisions, think strategically, and seize opportunities with heightened focus. 
  2. Increased Energy and Productivity: Conserving vital energy through semen retention can boost physical energy and stamina. In 1968, a Yale experiment followed a man who successfully lifted an elephant with just his finger after 564 days of semen retention. OK, I made that last bit up, but you get my point. 
  3. Embracing semen retention opens the door to emotional balance and stability. Many emotions may surface during the abstention, creating an opportunity to let go. For some, it could be anger, shame, or guilt – but a newfound sense of strength emerges as these emotions are released.
  4. Heightened Creativity, Courage and Innovation: With the mind unburdened by excessive sexual thoughts, entrepreneurs often report experiencing enhanced creativity and innovative thinking. You become more adept at solving problems and more courageous in applying your solution. Think big balls, literally. 
  5. Enhanced leadership abilities. Did you know that Gandhi, Steve Jobs, and Nikola Tesla were all on Team Retention. I didn’t even know there was such a team, but ChatGPT says there is, so it must be true. 

From my personal experience, I have seen so many benefits that I believe it should be part of our educational experience. Young men need to be taught this, but more importantly, every man needs to practice this. 

Conclusion

The happy ending is that we don’t always need a happy ending. Semen retention has emerged as a remarkable practice beyond its woo-woo origins, finding application in our fast-paced business world and other areas of life. By harnessing the power of sexual energy and channelling it toward professional endeavours, entrepreneurs and business professionals can unlock hidden potentials within themselves. 

Ultimately, this practice offers a pathway for leaders to tap into their innate strengths and achieve unparalleled success while fostering a profound sense of well-being and fulfilment. It is the secret sauce that makes you the master of your destiny and perhaps the universe, a literal Superman or Ironman in the making!