Sex is a taboo subject among Africans and more so, closer home. We are a society that turns the other way when a sex conversation comes up. Growing up, most of us never had The Talk and it seems that we are not about to break that cycle any time soon.
Most people learn about sex from their equally uninformed peers or from the Internet, which could have distorted facts. Sex is a fundamental part of life. Life begins with sex, or at least involves male and female gametes.
But how do we make it a normal conversation and integrate it in our day-to-day life? In a society that is ashamed of referring to the sex organs by their names, how do we navigate this? Today is National Sex Day, an unofficial holiday celebrated on 9 June. It is dedicated to having sexual relations with someone else.
The origins of the holiday are unknown and details of the day are scanty but having sex would be a good place to start. Numerically, the date is 6/9, that famous sex position… probably giving us a clue as to why it falls on June 9. The day is dedicated to having fulfilling sexual relations and engaging in pleasurable activities while exploring the body of the one you love.
It seeks to explore more than just the physical act. Sex is an intimate act that helps to deepen the bond between lovers. Sex is a pleasurable thing. It is also a great stress-reliever. So why not get down with your significant other and kick away the stress!
Sex serves many purposes; reproduction, maintaining a healthy body, building commitment, love and health benefits like lowering your blood pressure.
Yes, sex is good and beneficial for your physical, mental, and emotional health – that is if you practise safe sex and if you have consent from your partner.