Sex Doesn’t Stop
In these difficult times with health management crises upon us, we need to be cognizant of virus avoidance strategies until better methods of management are available.
If you are stuck at home or in self-isolation, don’t despair. All this time off from work and other activities allows you to examine and explore your deeper connections to self and body. There are many creative ways to meet your sexual needs, and we’re listing some of the obvious ones below.
When COVID-19 hit North America a couple of months ago, we braced ourselves for a sudden decrease in orders, especially for condoms. Fortunately, that didn’t happen, but we DID see a marked change in the TYPES of orders that we processed, mainly with the introduction of masturbation creams and sex toys. That’s proof enough for us that sex doesn’t stop; it just changes.
The discussion below will address the needs of individuals who are practicing isolation, as well as those couples or dedicated partners.
Take Time To Love Yourself
Masturbation is a natural human function and has a number of benefits:
- reduce stress.
- release tension.
- enhance sleep quality.
- boost concentration.
- elevate mood.
- relieve menstrual cramps.
- alleviate pain.
- improve sex.
Some people may feel guilty about masturbating because of cultural, spiritual, or religious beliefs. Masturbation is neither wrong nor immoral, but you may still hear messages that self-pleasure is “dirty” and “shameful.”
If you feel guilty over masturbating, speak with someone you trust about why you feel this way and how you can move past that guilt. Therapists that specialize in sexual health may be a good resource.
Here is a link for women that provides more discussion about body chemistry, exercise, and human sexuality. Read more here.
Fortunately, many of our customers have availed themselves of a number of lubricants, oils, and pleasure objects (Toys). We’re