Everyone makes their own decisions about when and with whom to have sex because it is a private matter. Some people lead full lives of sex, while others decide to forego any or all sexual engagement.
What is celibacy?
WebMD explains celibacy as the act of abstaining from sex . Celibacy, however, is not universally understood. Some people refrain from all forms of intercourse, even touching hands or giving a kiss. Others just abstain from sexual activity. Some people forego having partnered sex in favor of masturbation. Others also avoid doing that.
Although you might identify celibacy with a certain religion, people don’t always abstain from having sex for other reasons.
Benefits of celibacy
Lowers stress:
People who participate in sexual activity run the major danger of becoming pregnant and contracting STDs. Some people would rather completely ignore those concerns by forgoing sexual activity. Some people decide to limit their sexual interaction to acts like kissing, petting, or snuggling. The danger of STIs is minimal with those activities.
Helps heal trauma or grief:
People who have experienced trauma or lost a loved one might need to devote all of their efforts to healing. Celibacy allows people to concentrate on their emotional needs and heal.
Increased focus:
While forgoing sex doesn’t directly free your mind, some people find that they can focus better on their studies or jobs if they’re not thinking about sex. They are liberated from sexual thoughts and plans by choosing celibacy. They can devote all of their focus to other pursuits since sex serves as a distraction for them. According to studies, girls who put off having sex are more likely to graduate from high school.
Religious satisfaction:
Celibacy can help those whose spiritual lives are impacted by their strong religious convictions on extramarital sex. They might feel closer to their religion and less hesitant to transgress their moral code.
Also see: Getting comfortable communicating your sexual desires with your partner
