{"id":9171,"date":"2023-01-20T12:49:29","date_gmt":"2023-01-20T12:49:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lovense.com\/sex-blog\/?p=9171"},"modified":"2023-01-20T12:49:29","modified_gmt":"2023-01-20T12:49:29","slug":"self-love","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lovense.com\/sex-blog\/sex-passion\/self-love","title":{"rendered":"Self Love and Orgasms \u2013 Learn the Only F*CK You’ll Want to Give"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Orgasms are a natural part of sexual health. But what about our emotional health \u2013 our self love?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article we\u2019re going to look at all the benefits that come with meaningful masturbation, working through possible emotional pitfalls, and many different ways you can integrate sexy personal time into your daily life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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FIRST, THE PHYSICAL<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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During an orgasm, there\u2019s a rush of endorphins, prolactin, oxytocin, DHEA. There\u2019s also more blood flow, higher estrogen levels (that can increase collagen), and a reduction in cortisol (stress hormone).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All of this combines for a potent cocktail of better skin and hair, a major workout for the brain (in a great way), better sleep, helps immunity, an increased feeling of happiness, and a reduction in pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BUT IS THERE A DOWNSIDE?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Many women note that healthy sex adventures lead to a boost in confidence. Also, there can be a stronger bond between your partner. However, not all ladies find this to be true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are some who might feel a rush of guilt or worthlessness afterward \u2013 like they\u2019ve done something dirty. Or there\u2019s the push to do it because of wanting to be sexual for another person. Others might do it out of boredom or function rather than enjoyment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the case of the first two examples, the only advice or words of support I would feel qualified to give would be, \u201cYOU ARE NOT WORTHLESS OR DIRTY! You deserve<\/em> to feel pleasure.\u201d <\/strong>Beyond that, it really is something people should talk to a professional about \u2013 if for no other reason than to have a set of ears that you know will have zero judgement. But, at best, someone with the experience to know how to help others maneuver their way through feelings of guilt or unease (at their own pace).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So if you\u2019re reading this and have problems with masturbation or any form of self-intimacy, don\u2019t feel pressure for anything written here to suddenly change anything. It can be simply educational or something to tuck in your back pocket for when you\u2019re ready.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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