The Benefits of Reading Erotica

Aside from the obvious enjoyment that you can get from reading romance novels, there are more benefits that readers can look forward to when the indulge in their favorite erotica. Not only can they turn you on, they can greatly benefit other aspects of your life as well.

They Allow You to be Someone Else

One of the most popular reasons that people enjoy reading is because books give you the opportunity to have a mental vacation. From the second you crack the binding of your book, your imagination lights up and you leave your worries behind. Many become fully engrossed in the characters, feeling each and every emotion that the character does.

When you’re so deeply connected to a character, you want to experience everything as they are. When they’re falling in love, you’re falling in love. When they’re turned on, you’re turned on. What good is it to just skip over the most climactic (pun intended) part of that pent-up passion. When you feel like you’re living through them, you want all the details! Erotic novels hide nothing. They let us live out our deepest fantasies, without any of the consequences.

They Can Make You Smarter

Romance novels have come a long way since the days of covers featuring Fabio and a woman in a ripped dress holding one another in front of the ocean. The main characters in today’s books are strong, intelligent women, rather than those who fall to the mercy of attractive men.

As explained in The Huffington Post, “smart romance characters attract smart romance readers.” They say that in romance novels, “Authors use sex scenes to present a healthy activity shared by two consenting adults who (in the end, if not at the moment) fall in love with each other. Heroines are sexually satisfied during each encounter. There’s a safe space to explore your fantasies and figure out what turns you on.”

While each plot and set of characters differs from book to book, they can teach self-sufficiency and confidence, as well as educate women on the importance of being just as sexually satisfied in a relationship as men.

In addition, there’s more than just fiction novels that readers can take advantage of. As noted by Adameve, it’s recommended that readers get into nonfiction erotic titles, too. Those books serve as a means of to spark your imagination while educating you on sexuality, gender politics, relationships, and anatomy.

They Can Increase Libido

Women especially have difficulty letting go during sex, needing to be mentally turned on, according to Healthy Place. That’s especially true when it comes to reaching orgasm—it goes beyond being aroused physically. The more you’re using your imagination while reading, the more mental stimulation you’ll be able to relay when you’re intimate with your partner. When you’re already in a sexy state of mind, you’ll be more than ready when things get hot and heavy.

Erotica is also a great alternative for those who aren’t particularly fond of pornography. Not only are erotic novels less jarring for those who are somewhat sexually timid, but they provide a way to ease readers into the intimate moments by offering stories filled with love, emotional turmoil, and character development.

They’re Full of Exciting Ideas

Erotic novels can be a great way to get in touch with your own desires, especially for those who aren’t very experienced. Reading about other people in the heat of passion and imagining yourself in the situation can give you some insight into what you would like to try.

They’re also great for those in long-term relationships who find themselves in a bit of a sexual rut. You can get inspired after reading about a new position, putting you and your partner in the same frisky setting that the characters are in, or just a sexy saying you can relay to your partner.

And remember, it’s not just women that can benefit from getting lost in a good erotic book. You should encourage your guys to to read them as well. Romance Author Hotspot says men should start reading erotica to get some of the same perks that women get out of reading them. Erotic novels can also provide men with an inside look on how to communicate with women, as well as tips on how to make sure the next time between the sheets is one that their girl won’t forget!