Somewhere along the way, many of us learned that pleasure was something to hide, minimize, or save for later — after the work is done, after everyone else’s needs are met.
But here’s the truth: pleasure isn’t selfish.
It’s a form of self-care, connection, and healing — one your body and mind actually need.
Your Body Knows What Feels Good
We often think of self-care as rest, exercise, or meditation — but pleasure belongs right alongside them.
Pleasure-whether emotional, sensual, or sexual-can help regulate your nervous system, lower stress, and remind you that your body isn’t just for productivity, but for joy, aliveness, and connection.
When you allow yourself to feel good, you strengthen the relationship between your body and your mind. You begin to trust your body again. That trust is what opens the door to healing.
Small Moments Count
Pleasure comes in many forms — from everyday comforts to deep, sensual connection with yourself.
It might be the warmth of your morning coffee, the feeling of breath moving through your body, or the pulse of excitement as you explore your own touch.
Every one of those experiences reminds your body it’s safe to feel, to open, to receive. Pleasure — including sexual pleasure — is a way of returning to yourself.
Pleasure and Healing Go Hand in Hand
If pleasure feels uncomfortable at first, that’s okay. Many of us have learned to disconnect from it.
You don’t have to force it or get it “right.” Pleasure isn’t about pressure or performance — it’s about curiosity and safety.
When you approach pleasure as self-care, it becomes something nourishing — a way to rebuild trust, safety, and confidence in your own body.
You Deserve to Feel Good
You don’t have to earn pleasure.
You don’t have to justify it.
You are allowed to feel good — simply because you exist.
Start small. Start softly.
And remember: pleasure isn’t selfish — it’s how we come home to ourselves.
Let’s discover your pleasure — together!
Warmly,
Risa Katz
Founder | Licensed Clinical Social Worker
pleasuretreasurz.com
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