Happy International Orgasm Day
10 Reasons Your Body Will Thank You

Published: December 21, 2025 (Updated: December 22, 2025)

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It’s December 21st—the winter solstice, the darkest day of the year. And honestly? There’s no better way to bring a little light back into your life than celebrating International Orgasm Day.

Yes, that’s a real thing. And yes, we’re absolutely here for it.

Back in 2006, a California couple living on a houseboat (already iconic) launched “Global Orgasm for Peace” with a delightfully earnest mission: synchronized pleasure on the solstice to shift collective consciousness. Their slogan? “Come Together!” Their hand gesture? The “O sign.” 👌

Whether or not mass orgasms actually create world peace remains unproven, but we don’t need an excuse to celebrate. Because here’s the thing: orgasms aren’t just fun—they’re genuinely good for you. Like, scientifically good for you.

Consider this your permission slip to prioritize pleasure today. Here’s why your body will thank you.

1. It’s Nature’s Pharmacy (No Prescription Required)

When you orgasm, your body releases a cocktail of feel-good chemicals that would make any pharmacist jealous. According to the Cleveland Clinic, during orgasm your body releases dopamine (the happiness hit) and oxytocin (the bonding hormone), which increase feelings of happiness while counteracting cortisol, the stress hormone. Add in endorphins (natural painkillers) and prolactin (hello, relaxation), and you’ve got quite the chemical party.

This isn’t woo-woo wellness speak—it’s your nervous system doing what it was designed to do. And unlike most things that feel this good, there are zero side effects. 💊

2. Natural Pain Relief That Actually Works

Here’s a stat that blew my mind: research by Whipple and Komisaruk found that vaginal stimulation to orgasm can increase pain tolerance by over 74% (source). Even migraines respond—a University of Münster study found 60% of sufferers experienced moderate to complete relief after orgasm.

Next time someone says “not tonight, I have a headache,” you now have science on your side. (Use this information responsibly. 😏)

The endorphins released during orgasm work similarly to morphine’s pain-blocking effects. And for period cramps? The uterine contractions help expel blood and clots, reducing that deep, achy cramping. Your body is basically a genius.

3. Immune System Boost

Getting it on once or twice a week might actually keep the doctor away. Researchers at Wilkes University found people having sex one to two times weekly showed 30% higher levels of immunoglobulin A (IgA)—an antibody that helps fight infections.

Cold and flu season suddenly has a much more appealing prevention strategy. 🤧

4. Cardio Without the Gym

Look, I’m not saying orgasms replace your workout. But I’m also not not saying that.

Sexual activity burns about 4 calories per minute for men and 3 for women—roughly equivalent to climbing two flights of stairs, according to research cited by Healthline. Your heart rate can spike to 150-180 bpm during orgasm, which is solidly in the cardio zone.

A Welsh study published in the British Medical Journal and tracking men over a decade found those with high orgasmic frequency had a 50% lower mortality risk (source). So really, you’re just investing in your longevity. 💪

5. Better Sleep Than Melatonin

If you’ve ever passed out immediately after an orgasm, you’re not lazy—you’re experiencing biology. According to research on sexual health, prolactin surges 300-400% above baseline post-orgasm, creating that delicious drowsiness.

Over 70% of adults report better sleep quality after partnered orgasm based on Australian research, and the combination of oxytocin and prolactin alongside suppressed cortisol creates basically perfect conditions for rest.

This is why “I’m tired” and “let’s fool around” aren’t mutually exclusive. They might actually be the same sentence. 😴

6. Stress Reduction That’s Actually Fun

Cortisol—your stress hormone—takes a nosedive during arousal and orgasm. That post-orgasm relaxation can last for an hour or more as prolactin keeps you in that blissed-out state.

Research published in the Journal of Sex Research found sexual activity linked to faster recovery after stressful workdays—particularly significant for women. Honestly, this tracks. There’s a reason “stress relief” is one of the most common reasons people reach for their favorite toy.

7. Mood Boost That Lasts

A study of 16,000 adults found a clear correlation: more sexual activity = greater overall happiness. Follow-up research showed physical affection or sexual activity significantly predicted next-day improvements in mood (source).

Research published in Psychoneuroendocrinology confirms oxytocin provides “anti-stress, antidepressant, and anxiolytic benefits.” It’s not a replacement for mental health treatment, but it’s a pretty great supplement. 🧠

8. Brain Benefits (Especially as You Age)

The English Longitudinal Study of Aging found that regular sexual activity in adults aged 50-89 was linked to slower cognitive decline on memory and executive function tests.

Every orgasm also increases DHEA levels—an anti-aging hormone that naturally declines starting in your twenties. So orgasms are basically brain food. Sexy, sexy brain food.

9. Benefits for Every Body

Here’s something important: these benefits apply whether you’re with a partner or flying solo. Planned Parenthood states simply: “Sexual pleasure has lots of health benefits—whether you’re with a partner or not.”

Masturbation delivers documented improvements in stress, sleep, pelvic floor strength, and body image. The legendary sex educator Betty Dodson called masturbation “a meditation on self-love,” and honestly? That framing is everything.

People with different bodies and abilities can experience orgasm through countless pathways. Research shows 79% of men with incomplete spinal cord injuries can achieve orgasm. The vagus nerve bypasses the spinal cord entirely, carrying pleasure signals directly to the brain. Non-genital orgasms are real and documented. Your body has more options than you might think.

10. It’s Just… Really Fun?

Sometimes we get so caught up in the benefits that we forget the obvious: orgasms feel incredible. That’s reason enough.

Emily Nagoski, author of Come As You Are, puts it perfectly: “You don’t make orgasm happen. You allow it.”

Today is about allowing it.

How to Celebrate

You don’t need our permission, but consider this your official excuse to:

• Take some solo time with your favorite toy (might we suggest a wand vibrator for that full-body relaxation?)
• Connect with a partner and make pleasure the priority, not the finish line
• Try something new—a different position, a toy you’ve been curious about, or simply slowing down
• Just… prioritize your pleasure. That’s it. That’s the whole celebration.

The winter solstice marks the return of light. What better way to honor that than by lighting yourself up from the inside out? ✨

Our Favorite Ways to Get There

Looking for a little inspiration? Here are some toys that deliver:

For powerful, reliable orgasms: A good wand vibrator never disappoints. The Kiiroo Pro Want packs serious power in a smaller package and it’s app-controllable if you want a partner involved from anywhere.

For targeted clitoral stimulation: The Lovense Tenera (affectionately called “Satan’s Sucker” in our bedroom 😅) uses air pulse technology that ranges from soft sucking to leg-shaking intensity.

For g-spot bliss: The Lovense Osci 3 has a unique oscillation that thumps rather than vibrates—and the curve finally got the shape right for actually hitting the spot.

Happy International Orgasm Day, friends. Go celebrate. 🍓