Everybody has a sex life, but not everyone knows what that means or how it works. Having reproductive organs inherently means you have a sex life — which can be best described as the sector of a person’s life that involves the presence or absence of sexual activity. Granted, there is a lot of taboo in our society regarding anything sex related, but I truly believe that everyone should be in the know of what having a sex life means and how to make the best of it. There are more benefits to allowing your body to experience sexual relief than you might be aware of, so let’s dive into the perks your sexual libido can bring you!
Understanding how the body reacts to sexual stimuli is just as important as knowing what happens to your body when you exercise. Exercise can release endorphins, which are a feel-good hormone for the body. Guess what other activity releases endorphins? Orgasms. The sudden release of sexual tension resulting in an orgasm can release endorphins and dopamine that can boost your mood, support heart health, and can even strengthen your immune system! A study by the University of Baghdad suggests that increased sexual activity can result in the immune system becoming better equipped to combat pathogens. Both exercise and sex related activities are healthy practices when done right, and yet there’s a lot more stigma around our sex lives in comparison to maintaining our physical fitness.Why aren’t more people talking about this?
In general, sexual practices are most commonly conducted in private, and this may be why it feels awkward to talk about it outside of said privacy. You may choose to share your intimacy with another person in order to achieve sexual release, but enjoying the benefits of an orgasm is not limited to sex — you can achieve the same results with masturbation. Another study suggests that having a healthy sex life can lead to a reduction in anxiety and depression symptoms, and when combating any of those two afflictions, any bit of extra help is welcomed. I believe anyone can find their own unique and comfortable way of engaging their sex drive, and if done correctly, it can result in overall improved mental health. In my experience, becoming comfortable with my own sex life and allowing my body to experience pleasure by myself did indeed help me be in a better mood overall. It also helps me be more relaxed after, and often aids in keeping my anxiety at bay.
I am aware that not everyone is comfortable engaging with sexual practices. Factors like celibacy and cultural context, among others, may impede some people from experiencing the benefits of engaging with one’s sexual libido. As mentioned earlier, the term sex life describes both the presence of sexual activity or the absence of it, so these people still possess a sex life even if it is not as active as other people’s sex lives might be. Whether you decide to engage in sexual practices or not, I think that being aware of the benefits that it can bring to your body is still important to know. In the end, the more you know about your body, the more tools you have to take good care of it!
