Marijuana is a great way to manage pain, cope with stress, and, for some people, increase creativity. These issues are at the heart of the fight for legalization in the United States, and they are important to many of us.
But something that often gets overlooked is that weed is a lot of fun, especially when used to enhance other experiences. Food tastes better under the effects of THC. Movies seem more engaging, conversations take on more meaning, and getting to sleep is a breeze.
And then there’s the question of weed love.
Pot has been shown to have a huge impact on the love lives of those who smoke either before or after making love. And, like any other substance, it would be a lie to say all the effects are always positive. What it comes down to is a matter of restraint and using it in a responsible amount to achieve the best results.
But don’t take our word on it. Join us today, as we take a closer look at how weed can have a positive impact on your sex life.
It Helps Female Orgasms
For those not in the know, women have a lower chance of achieving orgasm through sex alone than men do. But how much lower of a chance are we talking about when we say that? Statistically, around 75% of women never reach climax through intercourse alone.
With the added complication of antidepressants, a common factor to many, that’s a huge percentage of people struggling to “get off”. But there are solutions out there to help them along. Most of the time, extended foreplay or use of toys can speed things along. And, of course, there’s weed.
A large part of this effect also comes from marijuana’s calming effect on the human mind. With so much focus on women “arriving”, mixed with the abovementioned issue of most women physically not being able to, the pressure’s always on. While we don’t like to compare weed to alcohol because of the problematic nature of a lot of drinking, they do both lower inhibitions. And someone who isn’t self-conscious the entire time they’re having sex is far more likely to achieve orgasm.
Making love while high has been shown to enhance the stimulation of your intercourse, taking couples from 0 to 100 faster. Not only this, but the results are more consistent, eliminating concerns about “good” or “bad” lovemaking.
And, speaking of the physical impact it has on the orgasms of women…
It Enhances Orgasms In General
Marijuana doesn’t only prompt orgasms in people who struggle with them – it actually enhances the orgasms experienced.
The idea is pretty simple: weed enhances sensations in general. It’s easier to feel euphoric, with normal activities like eating and getting a massage feeling much more intense than they normally would. Extending this “feel good” sensation to a stoner couple, we see a similar result. Stimulation from foreplay and sex takes on a deeper tone, with both partners maintaining sensitivity.
Looking at the science of the matter, our CB1 receptor, which governs tactile sensations is directly influenced by THC usage. Experiences feel better because these receptors are worked harder than they are on a normal day.
Not only this, but many pot smokers report experiencing a time-slowing effect. While usually this effect is experienced on the couch or during a meal, during sex it can result in longer, more sustained orgasms. It also boosts stamina in the people having the experience, with longer sessions and far more intense climaxes.
Of course, not all of weed’s effect on sexual performance is directly physical…
Weed Love: A Great Way To Unwind
A central issue in the argument for marijuana is the effects it has on people with anxiety. The question of whether or not marijuana aids anxiety or makes people smoking too much weed more paranoid is a topic of hot debate. Research shows it largely affects users differently.
For regular users, the negative impact of paranoia are a non-issue, and thousands report using it to actively relieve stress. Even those not as used to smoking tend to describe diminished paranoia with more than a few uses.
And that reduced anxiety works wonders for your love life. The “vacation sex” effect is the result of lowered inhibitions and self-awareness during sex. Concerns about your working life or social issues tend to fade away in people making love while high. They report excitement and a sense of release, being able to “plug in” to the experience more easily.
The issue, of course, comes down to dose strength and the specifics of the marijuana strain being used. Use too much or use an indica-dominant strain, and you might feel “burned out” before getting around to anything physical.
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Watch out for other physical symptoms that might come from smoking, such as dry mouth or a lack of focus. This can form barriers that inhibit you in unexpected ways. Regular smokers using weed before sex are less likely to experience any of these effects and more capable of ignoring them if they do come up.
Develop Tighter Bonds
The idea of “good sex” isn’t entirely constrained to sex and orgasms. Studies have shown that smoking after sex can help couples to experience the post-orgasmic chill on a deeper level. Not only this, but a sense of shared experience between both parties makes the entire experience more meaningful.
Even in casual lovers, a feeling of communion between partners often means a better sexual experience, overall. With more intimacy and (to speak frankly), more fun in enjoying sex, sex while high is often colored as a more transcendental experience.
And anything you can do to have more fun during and after sex is always conducive to a “better” love life.
Weed Love: The Ins And Outs
And there you have it – four impressive ways weed love can have longlasting impacts on your sex life.
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