Sex Could Improve Your Career, But It’s Not How You Think…

Businesswoman using computer at desk. Female professional is working at home office. She is looking at desktop PC. A happy, productive worker may owe some of their success to a healthy and fulfilling sex life, according to a fascinating study. The research, involving 159 married employees who were surveyed daily over two weeks, found that individuals who engaged in sex were in noticeably better moods at work the next day. This positive emotional boost translated into higher work engagement and job satisfaction. Interestingly, the benefits were consistent for both men and women, lasting at least 24 hours. “We make jokes about people having a ‘spring in their step,’ but it turns out this is actually a real phenomenon,” explains Keith Leavitt, an associate professor at Oregon State University’s College of Business and the study’s author. “Maintaining a healthy relationship that includes a healthy sex life helps employees stay happy and engaged in their work, which benefits both the employees and their organizations.” RELATED: 3 Real Sex Positions For More Intimacy The Connection Between Sex and Mood The study, published in the Journal of Management, highlights the physiological and emotional rewards of sex. Hormones released during sexual activity, such as dopamine...