People have always heard of the idea of masturbating to be sickly, gross, or immature. Well, what they do not know is that masturbating is the opposite of what they are thinking of it to be. Granted finding a dried and crusty hard as a rock tube sock is part of the gross reasons, the cleanup, or having to listen to possible roommate’s moan through the walls for their relief is not everyone’s cup of tea but overall touching yourself is one of the best benefits and self-care methods that any adult can do. A hot cup of tea or a body massage can only do so much for the body when it is stressed beyond relief and sleep alone can take forever to relax not just the mind but the whole nervous system. These are the things to consider when pleasuring yourself to help work for a better mind, it’s simple as mind over matter.
The chemicals that are produced during masturbation or sex are oxytocin and endorphins. People get confused with these chemicals that our brains give off because they think they make them happy, but that is what serotonin does. Those who struggle with mental illness have a higher increased libido which result in more sexual needs because their brain wants to feed off that good feeling. This is the reason why masturbating is a good thing for our bodies so that we can help heal the chemical balances in our systems. Oskar McHendry author of “Chemicals That Fuel Your Sex Life” explains further into detail of how the actual body releases these difficult compounds throughout the body between both men and women when climaxing during an orgasm. “Oxytocin. What it does: Secreted by the pituitary gland, oxytocin stimulates the prostate, causes muscle contractions, and sensitizes nerves. Research has shown that “increased oxytocin produces more intense orgasms”. Further along, he takes apart each chemical and process throughout the brain and body and gives examples for readers how and why they feel or should feel before, in the middle, and after climaxing.
However, he does not explain how serotonin works in the process of it all. An article from Healthline “Serotonin: What You Need to Know” written by Annamarya Scaccia gives the reason why people that feel “off” tend to want more of that sexual sensation. It helps increase happiness levels, calms the mood, makes the body feel less anxious and emotionally less stable. So, when putting oxytocin, endorphins, and serotonin all together in the right mindset from masturbation results in nothing but good vibes, pun not intended. Scaccia states, “A 2007 study found that people with depression often have low levels of serotonin. Serotonin deficiency has also been linked to anxiety and insomnia.” One of the best home remedies from adult to adult would be, “rub it off” “shake it off.” It is a no-brainer. A good orgasm from masturbating is one of the perfect ways to get some good sleep, let the mind heal, and have a peaceful mind over matter.
After reading and analyzing these facts and information is it still gross and immature to enjoy some alone time? A good night’s rest and balanced chemicals throughout the body while experiencing pure pleasure and joy, there is nothing to argue or compare to that. There are so many adults who take pleasure in themselves, but do they realize how beneficial their pleasure is to themselves? Try enjoying some alone time and see the difference between your mood levels and how happy you are.
Article By Baby Jane