To make yourself pee, several effective methods are commonly recommended:

• Run water: The sound of running water helps relax bladder muscles and trigger urination.
• Rinse the perineum with warm water: This can stimulate the bladder, especially for those after childbirth.
• Place hands in warm or cold water: This physical stimulus can trigger the urge to urinate.
• Go for a walk or do light physical activity to stimulate the bladder.
• Sniff peppermint oil: The aroma can help relax the muscles involved in urination.
• Bend forward and rock slightly while sitting on the toilet to put pressure on the bladder.
• Use the Valsalva maneuver: Bear down as if having a bowel movement but avoid pressing directly on the bladder.
• Tap or gently press the lower abdomen (suprapubic area) to stimulate bladder contraction.
• Relaxation techniques and focusing on the sound of running water can be helpful.

If none of these techniques work and urination is urgently needed, medical advice should be sought, as difficulty urinating can indicate underlying medical issues. These methods aim to relax and stimulate the bladder muscles and nervous system to encourage urination.