De-stress with sex
Sex is of course primarily – if all goes well – especially very enjoyable. But besides the fact that sex is a huge pleasure, it has another great advantage: it helps tremendously against stress. And let's be honest, we could all really use that in these times.
How it works
That sex helps against stress has even been scientifically proven. Research from Scotland shows that both men and women are better able to cope with stressful situations after having just had sex. For example, people who had just had sex performed better on tests than those who had not recently had sex. Sex lowers blood pressure. The oxytocin released during sex also provides a calming feeling.
Extra handy is that sperm acts as a natural antidepressant. Both sperm that you receive vaginally and orally actively help against depression. The various positively working substances are already in your bloodstream within a few hours. How that works exactly is explained by LotteLust here. This offers perspective for people who are stuck at home with a hubby.
Together or alone
When you are in quarantine with your lover, you can of course get to work together. But what might work just as well and perhaps is your only option at the moment, is to enjoy yourself. The big advantage of this is that you don't have to worry about whether the other person is having a good time, and you also feel good about what you like and what brings you to a climax. If you suddenly feel like getting to work with yourself, then here look for next level masturbation inspiration.
No desire
This all sounds great in theory, but do you perhaps have trouble getting in the mood due to stress? No worries, that's completely normal. And even better; there is something you can do about it. Getting spontaneously in the mood for sex is something no one can do. There are always sexual stimuli needed to get things going. Sexologist Marjolein explains here how that works exactly and how you can be more open to it. Sounds worth a try, right?
Sources: Gezondheidsnet.nl, lottelust.nl
