Sex Matters

Sexual wellness often gets overlooked because we tend to concentrate on the act itself, not the before or the after. Sexual wellness involves recognizing that sexual justice, sexual health, sexual well-being and sexual pleasure are intricately interconnected and should be considered collectively. Sex involves every part of yourself—the good, the bad, the ugly, the sublime AND, some argue, the divine. But what is divinity without a little contemplation? What is sensuality if not confidence that body, soul and mind are working in perfect harmony? Just as a boat glides effortlessly on still water, sexual wellness entails creating a personal ocean to navigate your unique journey. Often the waters are invaded by winds and currents. Sexual wellness involves acquiring the skills to manage these challenges and communicate effectively to chart a more empowered course. It’s an endeavour to harness and positively focus your senses, fostering a blend of self-connection and connection with others.

How do we enable and allow for sexual wellness then?

Begin with yourself, a concept frequently echoed in the wellness era. But this isn’t a trend; it’s the truth. Our bodies can get so engulfed in the cacophony of life that we must push through the noise to rediscover stillness and reconnect with ourselves. So we must go through the process of discovering our true selves and unlocking heightened self-awareness and a greater understanding of the world. Sexual wellness is already part of who you are; finding it may require taking time to caress yourself, feeling where you like it and where you need it. 

Having an open and positive mindset toward sex is paramount. This involves both emotional and cognitive aspects, encompassing justice, pleasure and health. It requires opening your mind to various topics and allowing communication to flow through their meanings:

Having an open and positive mindset toward sex is also crucial. It is both emotional and cognitive as it involves justice, pleasure, and health. It is about opening your mind to the following topics and communication to flow through their meanings:

• Sexual safety and security
• Sexual respect
• Sexual self-esteem
• Awareness of sexual experience
• Comfort within sexuality
• Self-determination in one’s sexual life
• Sexual rights
• Sexual citizenship
• Sex-positive practice
• Person and event-related pleasure
• Sexual violence prevention
• Sexual function, desire, and arousal
• Prevention and management of sexually transmitted infections