 Imagine a day when you wake up and everything feels a bit...off. You're not ill, but you're not entirely well, either. Your focus seems to be drifting, your stress levels seem to be on the rise, and a good night's sleep has become a luxury. It's a puzzle, a mystery that's been bothering you. You've considered diet, exercise, and work stress, but nothing seems to hit the mark. What if the answer is something you hadn't considered before? Something personal, intimate, and often overlooked? Your sexual health. Today, we're taking a brave dive into this often undiscussed topic. Here are six signs you're not getting enough sex. Decreased cognitive function. Has your ability to focus and brainstorm started to feel like a Herculean task lately? Picture this. You're in your favorite corner of the house, your sanctuary where ideas used to bloom freely. But lately, your creative sparks aren't as vibrant, and focusing on tasks is more of a chore than it should be. It's as though a fog has descended, clouding your clarity and muffling your innovative thoughts. Even your imagination, once as vivid as a painter's palette, seems dull and distant. Neuroscientist Dr. Lee Winters mentions that regular sexual activity increases brain function, stimulating our memory center, the hippocampus. Essentially, this intimacy becomes a cerebral workout, bolstering your cognitive capacity and enhancing mental agility. Increased stress levels. How's your stress level these past few days? Life's pace seems to be accelerating each day, piling on more responsibilities and tighter deadlines. Your to-do list expands, casting an intimidating shadow over your daily life. Amidst this pressure cooker situation, every minor setback feels amplified. Yet, a glimmer of relief may lie closer than you think. Professor Stuart Brody's research suggests that sexual activity can help mitigate stress. Courtesy of the release of endorphins. Your body's natural feel-good hormones. If you find this information insightful and valuable, we invite you to take a moment to subscribe to our channel. By subscribing, you're supporting our work and we'll never miss out on future thought-provoking videos like this one. So hit that subscribe button now. Trouble sleeping. Are your nights filled with restlessness instead of dreams? Each night you find yourself enveloped in darkness. The quiet hum of the night is your only company. The soft fabric of your bed, once a comforting space, is transformed into a battleground where sleep seems elusive. You toss and turn, your mind running a marathon, refusing to rest. Dr. Michelle Estella suggests that the lullaby for a peaceful night could lie in sexual activity. That means post-orgasm release of the hormone prolactin can promote relaxation and sleepiness. Lower immune function. Finding yourself frequently under the weather have you considered if these health nuisances are more than just bad luck. There is a pattern emerging. A sneeze here, a fever there, every little bug going around seems to have you marked. The slightest change in weather or a sniffle from a colleague and you find yourself succumbing to the newest disease-making rounds. According to Dr. Carl Czarnicki, regular sexual encounters could act as your shield, boosting your immune function due to increased levels of immunoglobulin A, an antibody that guards against diseases. This suggests that maintaining a healthy sex life potentially lead to fewer sick days and an overall stronger immune system, irritability and mood swings. Is your emotional compass swaying too wildly, leaving you craving for steady shores? You felt like a sailor in a storm-toss sea, caught in the tumult of your emotions. One moment you're basking in the sunshine of joy, then the next you're plunged into the depths of frustration. This rollercoaster of feelings seems out of control. Neuroscientist Dr. Nicole Pross explains that regular sexual activity can be a natural mood stabilizer, balancing your emotions thanks to hormones like dopamine and anoxytocin. Further, this suggests that maintaining an active sex life could help you navigate your emotional waves with more stability, decreased self-esteem. Is your self-image crumbling, making it harder for you to cherish and appreciate your own reflection? You're standing in front of the mirror. The face staring back seems distant, like a stranger. Self-love, once your mantra, now feels like a foreign language. You struggle with feelings of inadequacy, grappling to remember when you loved the person in the mirror. Sex therapist Dr. Shannon Chavez highlights that intimacy and sex can help rebuild this bridge, fostering feelings of desirability and acceptance. In fact, regular sexual activity could potentially improve self-esteem by making you feel more comfortable and secure in your own body. It's important to recognize that if any of these signs resonate with you, professional help and open communication about sexual health could be beneficial. Remember, there's no right frequency for sexual activity. It's about what's best for you. Can you relate to these signs? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments below. And remember, you're not alone. Sharing this video might help someone else going through the same experiences. Your sexual needs and sexual desires are important, whether it's in a relationship or with yourself. If you want to relate to this video, be sure to check out our video Five Signs You're Suppressing Your Sexual Needs. See you there!