Aside from the most obvious reason to regularly masturbate—it feels great!—did you know that self-love has many other benefits that help the mind, body, and soul? Science has proven that taking the time to get off with yourself can significantly improve both the quality and the happiness of your life. So here are 7 reasons why you should definitely make “quality alone time” with yourself a priority:

1. It Releases Stress
   Masturbating increases dopamine, endorphins, and oxytocin, i.e, the chemicals in your body responsible for lowering cortisol, which in turn reduces stress.
2. It Helps You Stay Fit
   When you masturbate, you produce oxytocin, which regulates food cravings.
3. It Increases Sperm Count 
   There’s no better way to keep your sperm fit and active than masturbating. It’s been proven that frequent masturbation in men increases sperm count and quality.
4. It’s Good For One’s Sense of Well-Being
   Masturbating is good psychologically because pleasure helps contribute to one’s overall sense of well-being and happiness.
5. It Helps With Positive Body Image
   Science has also proven that women who masturbate regularly often feel positive about themselves and their bodies. Right on!
6. It Reduces Pain
   Orgasms increase blood flow to the brain and to the genitals, which helps to regulate pain.
7. It Keeps the Libido Healthy and Active
   The more action you get, the more action you want to get. That’s why masturbating keeps the libido healthy and ready for action!

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