Straight male here who as of about 2 and a half months ago started exploring with the "back door" in secret. I initially purchased an aneros knockoff which actually broke during first use, partially because it was cheap and because I was pentrating myself with it. I frankly didn't know wth I was doing. I experimented with some other toys until I finally caved into the Aneros hype and purchased me a Helix Syn.
Session 1: Felt nothing. Was rather disappointed and wondered if I should have went with something bigger like the Progasm.
I spent much of the next day researching about Aneros and reading a number of things on here, including the Wiki and B's threads.
Session 2 (the next night): Shortly into it I started feeling a light twitching in my anus. For context, I was laying on my back with a pillow underneath my tailbone area. It went on for about 5 or 6 minutes and became gradually more intense. I felt my member become super stiff... The twitching became ultimately intense.... Then I felt a wave of warmth and a flash of euphoria, which lasted only seconds. I blame where I pushed my focus... As soon as I felt this bliss come over me, I started giving it too much attention... Instead of allowing it to just happen/expand, I believe I started overthinking. Probably because I didn't want it to end. The thumping in my anus continued throughout the session. I eventually turned to my side and thumping persisted but nothing to the level of that mini bliss wave. Nevertheless, I was relieved to discover the potential of this device (albeit a very brief sample size)
Session 3 (2 days later): It was my first day time session. Had the house to myself. For whatever reason, I couldn't shift my brain into a place of tranquility. Perhaps I was too consumed with the awakening experience I had during session 2, that I was forcing it again. I felt anxious during the whole session. I just couldn't relax. Tried numerous positions as well... Nothing
Session 4 (later that night): I figured I'd give it another go after some rest. This session was much more auspicious for my short journey. While laying on my back with the pillow again, nothing other than really faint anus twitching 2 as felt. I turned to my side and the twitches got increasingly stronger. It felt really nice... I eventually turned over on my back again but this time I put my hands under my butt cheeks. I'm not sure why but I'm happy I did.... I felt the twitches grow in strength... My pelvic began to tickle a bit... And then I felt my Aneros pull into my anus on its own. My cock engorged with the strength of my 19 year old self. This happened about 4-5 times. Nothing too overly intense but really nice bursts.
This was Monday... I'm holding off until Friday before my next session.
As most have asserted, I find it really helps when you feel aroused. I've always used porn to get me through but I've been avoiding it and masterbating in general as I'm cognizant to the numerous benefits that arise from abstaining. It's not easy for me to strictly rely on visualization but I'm giving it my best go.
Anyhow. I just figured I'd share
I'm looking forward to see what comes of my relationship with this thing.
Also, I'm well into my 30's now.
@Lifeisbliss Nice reading your post and welcome to Aneros! I know how important arousal is for a good Aneros session. I generally do not have sessions now during the day since I am more aroused at night, especially when I have nightly erections. That seems to be the best time for my sessions. And abstinence from masturbation and ejaculation will help you achieve your goals with Aneros. It will take some time but it is well worth the effort! Please keep posting on your progress. Good luck to you!