5. Natural Pain Relief That Actually Works
We’re not saying you should power through a migraine for the sake of getting it on, but here’s something interesting. Orgasms release endorphins, which are technically your body’s natural painkillers. And studies show that it can actually help some women with migraines and headaches.r some women.
So that “not tonight, I have a headache” line we’ve all used? Turns out there might be some scientific merit to trying the opposite approach—though obviously only if you’re feeling up to it. Your body makes the final decision. But the option’s there, and the science backs it up.
6. You’ll Actually Sleep Better
Ever notice how you basically melt into your pillow after good sex? That’s not just satisfaction, there’s actual science behind it. Sex increases serotonin, boosts self-esteem, helps you sleep better, and generally puts you in a better headspace.
7. The Happiness Boost Is Measurable
Endorphins. Oxytocin. Dopamine. These aren’t just feel-good chemicals—they’re linked to better mental health and lower rates of depression. One study found that having sex once a week can make people as happy as earning an additional fifty thousand dollars per year. Let that sink in. The happiness differential between regular sex and an extra $50K in income is roughly the same.
Most people spend their entire lives chasing that extra income. Meanwhile, the happiness boost is available in an entirely different form.
