#Home remedies for stress

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De - Stress Your Way to Inner Harmony: A Naturopathic and Yogic Guide to Overcoming Stress

Stress. It’s a word we hear constantly and a feeling we experience all too often. It lurks in our morning commutes, simmers in our work emails, and lingers before bedtime. While stress is a natural human response to challenges, chronic stress can wreak havoc on our physical and mental well-being, leading to anxiety, depression, insomnia, and even physical ailments. From looming deadlines to…

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Calm Your Mind: Top Home Remedies for Stress Relief and Relaxation 

Stress is something we all experience. Whether it is due to work pressure, personal challenges, or just the fast pace of daily life, stress can sneak in and impact your mental and physical well-being. While many people opt for medication, if you are looking for a more natural approach, you have come to the right place.  This blog is for those who believe in natural stress relief methods and want…

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Bad Breath Solutions: Proven At-Home Solutions to Keep Your Breath Fresh Without the Dentist

Root Causes of Bad Breath

Halitosis or bad breath is a common problem that people face; this leads to embarrassment and social related discomfort. The causes of this condition can be explained by science which states that this condition results from build up of bacteria in the mouth, which gives off sulfur that causes the stench. Though most people are said to suffer from halitophobia occasionally, constant breath halitosis is an indicator of some other conditions that should not be ignored.

Some of the causes of bad breath are, ill health habits such as not brushing the teeth, draught or dry mouth, and certain types of foods. Bacteria love to grow where remnant food debris and dead cells are not washed off and this forms plaques on the teeth and gum inflammation which is the cause of bad breath. Further, diseases that originate from other systems in the body for instance, sinusitis, gastro-laryngeal reflux diseases, and even chronic diseases such as diabetes can express themselves in cases of halitosis and therefore, a causative agent must be sought.

Daily Oral Hygiene: The Foundation of Fresh Breath

The single most important thing that a person who is combating halitosis should do is to brush their teeth. It involves the use of soft end bristles on a brush in order to clean all the surfaces of the teeth. Brushing should take not less than two minutes and should be done at least twice in a day. No longer do you simply scrub out the dust; you scrub to defeat the complex artefacts that generate the outcome called smell.

Of all the advice given, the least adhered to is flossing which is important in riding areas that the brush cannot access; food PAS and plaque. It also avoids the formation of such substances between the teeth which cause development of breath stale.

Another stakeholder in oral cleanliness is the tongue which must therefore be cleaned to eliminate odor causing bacteria. The tongue has a rough surface, and it is proven that most bacteria lay at the back part of the tongue which is most of the time not brushed. By using a tongue scraper or using the back of the toothbrush to clean your tongue, one will eliminate the bacterial count and, therefore, fresh breath.

Why Drinking Water Matters

The first factor of halitosis, which is lack of sufficient fluids in the body, can be an overlooked reason for mouth odors. When the mouth is dry there will be little or no saliva production and thus the growth of bacteria will be nurtured. Saliva is very crucial in rinsing of micro-particles and in the stabilization and washing off of acids produced by bacteria in the mouth. These bacteria feed in the absence of saliva, and result in the foul smell –halitosis.

A method of trying to avoid the development of halitosis is by drinking water to increase saliva production. Dehydration dries up saliva production hence the mouth remains dry and harbors for the growth of bacteria. As for me it is also advisable to drink a lot of water after the meal to avoid the possible odor-causing residues in the mouth.

Dietary Choices and Their Impact on Breath

Food eaten has a straight relationship with breath that is expelled from the mouth. This raises blood sulfur levels, though garlic and onion belong to the group of spices since they flavor foods with sulfur compounds, they are blamed for promoting bad breath. Nevertheless, there are foods that can assist in having fresh breath.

Certain fruits and vegetables such as apples and carrots have a crunch to them and help in cleaning the teeth when biting on them. Furthermore, foods that are rich in water content, including cucumbers, watermelon and others, go a long way in maintaining oral hygiene.

At the same time, sweet items enhance the growth of bacteria that provoke halitosis in the mouth. Cutting down the sweet consumption and going for other better and natural foods to take can go a long way in having a fresh breath.

Natural Mouthwashes: A Safer Alternative

Some of the commercial mouthwashes have alcohol content with the effect of causing dryness of the mouth and exacerbation of the problem of bad breath. Natural mouthwashes, in contrast, are much safer and probably more efficient in most cases.

One can use an ordinary mouthwash obtained from the natural ingredients such as water and a few drops of essential oils like peppermint or tea tree oil. Such oils contain antibacterial agents that are useful in reducing the bacterial count on the oral cavity and proffer a longer lasting fresh breath than alcohol containing mouthwash products that can have deleterious effects on the teeth and gums.

Another natural mouthwash recipe is rinsing with warm salt water since it will make gums feel better and will get rid of bacteria at the same time. These natural remedies should be taken often for the prevention of bad breath if possible, according to the findings of study.

Herbal Remedies: Harnessing Nature’s Power

Herbs have been known to work against a bad breath for centuries, and their efficiency cannot be put under doubt. For instance, parsley has chlorophyll which has the ability to eliminate bad smells. Likely to make the breath fresh after a meal, you can chew parsley from a sprig of the green herb.

Other helpful herbs are, for example mint: on one hand, it helps to get rid of bad breath, but on the other hand it also has antibacterial effects, and cloves contain eugenol which can fight infections. These herbs can be eaten raw and incorporated in our diets; regularly consumed as herbal teas, or used in preparation of mouthwash.

Lifestyle Changes for Sustained Freshness

Some of the practices in people’s everyday lives have adverse effects on oral hygiene and production of good breath. Halitosis is also caused by smoking as it stimulates the drying out of the mouth and hence the smell of tobacco. Besides the benefits connected with general health, smoking cessation considerably enhances breath aroma and quality.

Stress is also another cause that when experienced can lead to bad breath. The majority of people who are plagued by stress disregard their oral hygiene and proper functioning of the salivary glands is also adversely affected by stress. Stress may be controlled through relaxation, exercising and adequate rest which can go a long way to enhancing oral hygiene as well as ensuring that you have a rich breath.

When to Seek Professional Help

In general, this equals self-treatment, and although it can often be very efficient, sometimes professional assistance is required. Persistent bad breath not only after cleaning the teeth and adhering to the proper diet and oral hygiene may be a symptom of an underlying disease that should be treated.

Too much odor usually results from other diseases or some version of illness such gum diseases, respiratory infections, or even other diseases which might include diabetes. People with halitosis should seek professional advice from a medical practitioner so that, in addition to having fresh breath for a few hours, they get treatment for the underlying cause. Therefore, you do not have to blow the whistle, or, literally, keep whistling a flute, with bad breath as it can be prevented by proper brushing, flossing, avoiding foods that cause unpleasant breath, using some natural remedies, and leading a healthy life. This is also a profound solution to bad breath in that once you know what leads to the problem then you are in a position to handle the problem without running to the dentist every now and then.

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we listen and we don’t judge

drew starkey x latina actress reader!

Drew was not a fan of social media.

Unlike you.

Chronically online was a term that was gaining fame to describe someone who spent quite some time on the internet, and who knew all the trends going on.

You weren’t exactly proud to be a part of that community.

But it kept you entertained.

And that’s how you ended up setting your phone up, ready to record Drew and you filming a new trend on TikTok.

How did you convince him to do it? You don’t even remember.

And after what felt like an eternity of explaining the dynamic to Drew, you both were finally ready to begin.

Both of you sitting next to each other on your couch, you looked at him with a mischievous smirk while he stared at you suspiciously.

“We listen and we don’t judge” you both said at the same time, Drew smirking at you.

“I’ll start” you said, looking from your phone screen to your boyfriend. “Sometimes, when I don’t really wanna cook, I get all dramatic and lie about us not having all the ingredients for the dish I was supposed to make, so you can offer to make something instead with what we do have” you say, giving him an embarrassed smile.

He chuckled at your words.

“I knew that love” he lets out a laugh. “You’re not good at lying to me”.

Your mouth opens up in shock.

“We listen and we don’t judge”.

Drew pauses for a moment, smiling at you.

"When you're showering, i close the door of our room so the sound of your music gets as muffled as possible" he admits.

You giggle as you nod at his words, you did like to shower with loud music.

“We listen and we don’t judge”

You look at him through the screen.

“I thought you hated me when we first met, so I would intentionally try to stay out of your way our first couple of working days together”.

Drew gives you a puzzled expression trying his best not to judge.

“We listen and we don’t judge”.

He clears his throat before speaking.

“I often fake coming home super tired and stressed so that you take pity on me and cuddle me while playing with my hair” he says giving you a cute smile.

You giggle at his words.

“That’s cute��� you admit leaning to peck his lips.

“We listen and we don’t judge”

You take a couple of seconds before speaking, trying to be dramatic.

“I have a lot of edits of you saved on my favorites folder on TikTok” you look at him.

Drew covers his eyes while letting out a chuckle.

“We listen and we don’t judge”.

He looks at you mischievously.

“I get jealous of the guys in your books” he admits seriously.

You let out a laugh as you throw your head back.

“We listen and we don’t judge”

You giggle softly before confessing the next one.

“Whenever I feel sick in the middle of the night, I wiggle a lot in bed or move your body so you’ll accidentally wake up and ask me what’s wrong”.

He opens his mouth surprised at your words.

“We listen and we don’t judge”

Drew thinks a little before speaking.

“Ever since we met I’ve always been skeptical of your at home remedies for illnesses, even though they work every time” he admits.

You slowly nod while giving him a defeated look, knowing that already.

“We listen and we don’t judge”

You give him a playful look before speaking.

“When we’re cuddling, sometimes I have the urge to stand up abruptly because I get too hot and I feel like I can’t breathe because you’re too big” you say, barely getting out the words without laughing.

Drew looks at you with big eyes, moving his brows up and down at the double meaning of your last words.

You roll your eyes at him.

“We listen and we don’t judge”

He thinks for a moment before speaking.

“When I’m showering, sometimes I’ll use your shampoo rather than mine” he pauses as he looks at your baffled face. “It leaves my hair softer! And smells like you”.

Of course, there were a few confessions you had to cut from the video because your PR managers would hunt you down if they made it out into the internet.

“We listen and we don’t judge” you both say smiling at each other.

You smirk playfully at him before speaking.

“I cannot stand one of your friends and past coworkers” you admit, making a serious face.

Drew immediately throws his head back and lets out a chuckle, knowing exactly who you’re referring to.

“We listen and we don’t judge”

He clears his throat before looking at you.

“I don’t like watching F1 since you told me about that driver that slid into your dm’s” he lets out cockily.

You burst out laughing looking at him while he joins you.

“We listen and we don’t judge”

You make a thinking face looking at him.

“I wish you sent me more shirtless photos” you say giving him puppy eyes. “Or like, you took more of those with my phone, so I could look at them”.

He snorted out a laugh.

“That can be fixed baby” he says as he looks at you mischievously.

“We listen and we don’t judge”

He gives you a smile.

“When I travel for work and you’re not coming with me, I take a pair of your panties and stuff them in my suitcase” he says laughing.

You scrunch up your nose at him.

“Drewwwwww” you say covering your face, now knowing where those missing undies went.

“We listen and we don’t judge”

You avoid his eyes for the next one.

“Sometimes when I’m cold, I throw on one of your dirty hoodies that you used while working out, cause they’re sweaty and smell like you” you say, trying not to burst out laughing.

He gives you a grossed out look.

“We listen and we don’t judge”

You look at him waiting for him to speak.

“You know those sleeping shorts Brooke sent you cause she accidentally bought too many?” He says, making quotation marks with his fingers while saying sent and accidentally.

You nod at his words.

“I actually bought them for you because I love how your ass looks in them”.

Your mouth opens at his confession while you hit him playfully in the chest.

Drew laughs at your reaction.

“Oh my god baby, this is definitely not making it to the video” you say as you stand up from your position while laughing at him, walking to your phone to stop recording, while he stands back watching your movements with a smile.

Noticing that in fact, you were wearing a pair of those shorts.

“We don’t judge remember?” he said cheekily.

*

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How to Overcome Anger – 12 Best Anger Management Strategies For You

Introduction Did you know that getting angry increases your risk of heart attack by 8 times compared to other people? Everyone occasionally gets angry. In the gridlock, someone passes you, and your adolescent refuses to cooperate. We are only human, so it makes sense. We all experience anger, which is a very acceptable feeling. It is neither good nor evil to be angry. Unfortunately, what you…

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Can Stress Cause Hair Loss on One Side?

Can stress cause hair loss on one side? Our lives are bound to involve stress, and there is plenty of proof of how stress negatively affects our well-being. Stress can affect physical health as well, even seemingly unrelated things like hair health, even though the fact that we often relate it with mental health problems.

Let’s explore the question further and delve into the potential connection between stress and hair loss on one side.

Can stress cause hair loss on one side?

1. Basics of Hair Growth

It is important that you understand the basics of hair growth in order to realize the connection between stress and hair loss.

Hair grows, rests, and then shedds in a cycle. Stress and other external factors may cause problems hair loss on one side with the independent functioning of each individual hair follicle.

2. How Stress Affects Hair

Stress causes the body to release hormones like cortisol, which can harm hair follicles if produced in excess.

A disorder called telogen effluvium may result from this disturbance, in which a sizable portion of hair follicles unexpectedly transition from the growth phase to the resting phase, eventually leading to hair loss on one side.

3. Unilateral Hair Loss

There have been reports of people losing hair on one side of their scalp, but the majority of stress and hair loss female cases is widespread and impacts the entire scalp.

While the exact cause of this phenomenon is unknown, it may be related to issues with localized stress or blood circulation that affect only one side of the scalp.

4. Traction Alopecia

The impact of physical stress on hair is another important consideration. Traction alopecia is a condition marked by continuous pulling or tension on one side of the hair, usually as a result of tight ponytails or braids.

This type of hair loss is a physical stressor that can lead to hair loss on one side; emotional stress is not the direct cause of it.

5. Addressing Stress-Induced Hair Loss

It is necessary to address the underlying source of your stress if you believe it is causing your hair loss on one side.

Using stress-reduction strategies like exercise, meditation, or counseling can lessen the negative effects on your general health and well-being, which includes the condition of your hair.

Read: Home Remedies for Hair Color Fading - Extend the Lifespan of Your Hair Color

Can stress cause hair thinning?

Yes, stress can lead to hair thinning. Stress causes the body to release hormones like cortisol, and this when released in excess can interfere with the regular cycle of hair growth.

A common outcome is a syndrome called telogen effluvium, which means "telogen eff" Increased hair shedding results from a large number of hair follicles in telogen effluvium prematurely entering the resting (telogen) phase of the growth cycle.

As a result, there is frequently diffuse thinning instead of noticeable bald patches. It is extremely important to remember that stress frequently has reversible effects on hair.

Normal hair growth usually resumes and thinning can be reversed as soon as the underlying stressors are addressed or lessened and the body returns to a more balanced state.

Stress management is fundamental for both mental good health and keeping healthy hair, as chronic or ongoing stress may lead to longer-lasting hair problems.

What does hair loss from stress look like?

Hair loss due to stress and anxiety can take many different forms, and how it shows up primarily depends on the underlying reasons and the person experiencing the stress.

Telogen effluvium is one common type in which there is an increase in the number of hair follicles that enter the resting phase, resulting in excessive hair loss. Instead of bald patches, this usually causes a diffuse thinning of the scalp.

Furthermore, hair loss brought on by stress may manifest as a progressive thinning or widening of the part. People occasionally report experiencing groups of hair falling out when they wash or brush.

It is necessary to remember that stress can have transient effects on hair; once stress levels drop or are effectively managed, normal hair growth may resume. It matters to manage stress for both general well-being and keeping healthy hair because severe or ongoing stress can cause chronic hair loss conditions.

Hair Loss on One Side of Head

There is a complex interaction between a number of factors that contribute to hair loss on one side, whether it is unilateral or generalized, and stress.

It is clear that stress management and adopting healthy lifestyle practices can have a positive impact on hair health, even though the particular processes of fundamental stress-induced hair loss on one side may not be fully understood.

See a dermatologist or any other physician if you have severe hair loss so that you can determine the most effective plan of action and rule out any underlying causes.

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Best Natural Remedies for Stress Headaches Without Medication 

Finding ways to ease stress headaches without medication is key. We’ll look into natural and home remedies for stress headaches. This article will cover the top natural remedies for stress headaches, focusing on home remedies and relief options.  Stress and headaches can really disrupt our lives and work. We’ll give an overview of what you’ll learn here. We’ll focus on natural and home remedies…

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Relax, I've Got You

Summary: Reader isn't the best at handling stress, and her roommate Spencer, notices. Luckily, he has quite a few salacious ideas on how he could make her feel better.

Couple: Spencer Reid/Fem!Reader

Category: Smut

Content Warning: friends-with-benefits situation, oral (f!recieving), fingering (f!recieving), mentions of anxiety/symptoms of anxiety.

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You were never good at handling stress. 

You were well aware of this facet of your psyche– the way tensity would often wind around your limbs, snaking into the very depths of your bones until you were entirely drained and devoid of peace, a shell of the person you were accustomed to being. 

You had dealt with this complication on your own for the most part. You’d come home after a long day, and attempt to find yourself again through chamomile tea, lavender mists, and a warm blanket. 

Of course, there were days where even these measures could not suffice in curing your weariness. 

That’s where Spencer Reid came in. 

He’d only been your roommate at first. With the economy going as it was, it was simply more practical to find one, rather than renting alone. He’d responded to an ad you’d put up, and you accepted. The process was easy, honestly. You had no qualms about sharing your living space with another person, and even found the arrangement enjoyable at times. Spencer was well-mannered, never missed rent, and wasn’t even at home most of the time. When he was, he was quiet. Sweet. 

Through time, you found yourself becoming friends with the man. The conversation was light and easy, and in a rare turn of events, you started to open up to him. Even more surprisingly, he returned the favor, adding to the understanding that was fast growing between the two of you. It seemed only natural, since both of you were made naturally vulnerable by the circumstances of your situation. You’d come to your apartment, drop the mask of the day, and see that Spencer was already there, becoming an extension of the solace you found at home. Soon enough, the comfort of your couch was simply synonymous to him as well. 

It didn’t take long for Spencer to notice the anxieties that would plague you when a deadline came about, or when you simply fixated on an issue for too long. The way your bedroom light wouldn’t shut until 4 AM, or how you’d pace in the kitchen, so wired that your body denied you the rest you so desperately needed. He noticed the dark circles, the occasional irritability (followed by an apology, of course), the headaches, everything. Which is why he thought nothing of it to suggest some remedies for your troubles over breakfast one day. 

“Caffeine can actually increase stress, if you weren’t aware.” He says, eyeing your second cup of coffee that morning. “There’s actually a large amount of data that indicates you should limit caffeine intake, especially if you’re already anxious.” 

You narrow your eyes, furrowing your brows slightly. “Says who?” You retort, not quite ready to give up your chosen beverage. 

“The NIH, Penn State, the AMA-” 

“Okay, okay. Sorry. I got it.” You interrupt, knowing you’d started a losing battle the moment you’d questioned him.  “I’ll try to cut down on it.” 

He grins, satisfied with how the interaction had played out. You, on the other hand, started to drift farther away from your current setting. You swallow, putting down your coffee cup before rubbing your eyes, a soft sigh escaping you. 

“Something wrong?” Spencer asks, cautiously, his voice soft. 

You tsk, shaking your head and shrugging a bit at your own dilemma. “It's just.. I’m already so tired. I’m exhausted and the day’s barely begun.” You pause, unable to articulate just how fatigued you were.  “It’s like I can already feel the mid-afternoon headache I’m going to get later, and it hasn’t even started yet.” You hate the way you sound, longing for the day you could fully relax for even a fraction of a second. 

“You’d probably be a lot less tired if you slept a little more.” Spencer suggests, and you shoot him a death glare. 

“Don’t you think I know that?” You snap. “I’m trying. It’s not that easy. It’s just-” You groan, stopping yourself as the quick realization dawns on you that you’ve misdirected your frustrations. There’s a wave of shame rising up almost immediately, heating your cheeks up in regret. 

“I’m sorry, Spencer. Sorry. That’s unfair of me. I know you’re just looking out for me.” You murmur, taking a deep breath to calm your senses. 

“Hey, don’t worry.” He says, his voice low and compassionate. “I get it. I know you’ve got a lot on your plate right now.” 

You nod, closing your eyes as you continue to breathe. He continues to speak, his voice remaining warmhearted. 

“There are actually quite a few ways to alleviate stress. Some experts recommend meditation, exercise and yoga. I wouldn’t mind doing those with you, if you were interested.” He offers, as he continues to ramble, lost in his own explanation in the hopes of being of service to you. “Some experts even name sex as a useful stress reliever, due to the endorphins and oxytocin released after completion.” 

You give a fruitless laugh. “Jesus, I wish. I don’t have the time to try and find someone willing to do that for me.” 

Spencer goes quiet, and you finally open your eyes. You’re met with his stare, trained on your form, a thoughtful expression on his face. 

“What?” You ask, upon returning his gaze. 

He clears his throat, shaking his head, as if he was ridding himself of a passing thought. “Nothing. Sorry. I’m sorry. I hope you do find something that works for you though. I hate seeing you like this.” 

You soften at his concern. “Thanks, Spencer.” You say, the affection in your voice unmistakable. “Maybe I’ll end up taking on.. Yoga? That seems doable, right?” 

He smiles. “Yoga. Right.” 

The days pass on, until you find yourself in a similar scenario you’ve been in one too many times. You’re pacing the kitchen, a small clock reading that it was currently 2 AM. You couldn’t even really decipher the source of tonight’s anxiety– all you know is you feel it, and you feel it deeply. 

That’s when a voice breaks through the darkness, halting your movements altogether. 

“Hey, are you alright?” Spencer’s soft, slightly deeper voice. 

“Oh, yeah.” You call out, despite the growing tightness in your chest. “I’m fine. You can go back to sleep. Sorry for waking you.” 

He shakes his head, scratching his head as he makes his way towards you. “It’s nothing.” He reassures. “I needed to pee anyway. What’s going on with you?” He inquires, gently. 

You rub at your chest, biting your lip. “The usual.” 

“Work?” He asks, softly. 

You purse your lips. “I’m not even sure at this point. Just really anxious.” 

His expression softens. A beat of silence passes between the two of you. 

“I’m- um. I’m willing to help.” He stammers out, suddenly seeming much more nervous than he was a moment ago. 

You give a dejected smile. “That’s sweet, Spencer, but I dunno. I think I have to deal with this on my own.” 

“No, I mean. I can help. I’m willing to help. To do that for you. I’m your friend. I want to help.” He restates, his voice a little urgent. 

“Willing to do what?” You ask, wholly confused with where he was going with this. 

He takes a breath. “Sex. Or, an orgasm, at least. You said no one you knew would be willing to help you like that. I am. If you want.” He blurts out. 

You stand there, momentarily shocked into silence. You’re suddenly able to recall the conversation you’d had, just a few days prior, and realize what he was trying to say.  Here you were, in your kitchen, with your friend- your roommate, and he was selflessly offering himself to you. For sex. For de-stressing sex.  He sounded so earnest, despite the obvious lewdness of his offer, and the juxtaposition made your head spin. 

“I..” You start, your voice caught in your throat. 

“You don’t have to feel compelled to say yes. I’m just offering. I want to help you.” He interjects, his voice still carrying that unselfishness you’d known from the very beginning. 

“I.. no. I mean, yes. I want to say yes.” You find yourself admitting after a moment. “But.. are you sure? It’s.. I mean, it’s sex, Spencer.” You whisper. 

“I’m aware.” He says, matching your softer tone. “I’m okay with that. Are you?” 

You take a breath. Looking up at him, you take in his slightly tousled hair illuminated by the soft moonlight that drifted in through your apartment windows. His white sleep shirt was crumpled, and even in the darkness that enveloped you, you could decipher the kindness in his eyes, his mere presence bringing a shade of ease into you as you spoke to him. 

“Yes.” You murmur out, the words flowing out with no hesitation. “I’m okay with that.” 

“Can I kiss you?” He says, gently, and your nod of affirmation is almost immediate. 

He steps closer and cups your cheek, before pressing his lips against yours gently. It’s a sweeter kiss, something that, despite never saying out loud, you would have expected from him. His mouth moves languidly against yours, before pulling away, slightly out of breath. 

“Kissing actually helps to reduce cortisol.” He murmurs. “It indirectly lowers stress as a result. Is it working?” 

And true to his words, you realized that the tightness in your chest had faded somewhat, no longer blaring with the intensity you had just felt a few minutes prior. An entirely new feeling settled within you- an ache, a need for this man and what he brought to you. 

“Yeah. It’s working.” You mumble out. 

As if he could read your mind, Spencer gently takes your hand. “Let’s move to the couch, yeah?” He murmurs, already leading you to his spot of preference. 

He gently guides you to sit on the couch, quickly finding your lips once again to exchange some soft kisses along the way. His hands drift up and down your back, fingertips light and tender. His every touch speaks to something more, to an unspoken dedication that you’d never felt before until this moment.

To something that maybe extended beyond the original purpose of your rendezvous. “Is this alright?” He asks, his tone hushed and reverent. 

You nod, almost in a trance. He was so gentle, so reassuring. He was exactly what you needed. 

His lips find yours again and you respond eagerly, letting your hands tangle into the mess of brown hair that sat atop his head. He let out a small groan as your fingers slightly tugged on the strands, sending a thrill through you. 

He starts to trail the kisses down your neck, seeking out more sensitive spots that could bring you into a further state of rest and repose.  Everything about you spurred him on, it seemed. He paid attention to every noise, every movement– his ultimate goal seeming to hinge on your pleasure throughout this. 

Of course, you respond accordingly to the dedication, a soft gasp or whimper escaping you when he would mouth at the perfect spot, which would only cause him to increase his actions tenfold, leading to even more response on your end. 

The perfect feedback loop driving you to pliancy and ecstasy all at once.

His lips begin to drift down, and you realize he’s settling in between your legs now, hands on the waistband of your sleep clothes, urging you to lie down completely, which you do. 

“Gonna take these off now.” He whispers, looking up at you between your legs. 

“Please.” You respond, waiting with bated breath. 

He manages to pull down the last barrier between you two, before being met with the mess he’d created. His lips parted as his fingers trailed lightly over your wet slit, your arousal evident on his finger as he marveled on the effect he could have on you. 

“Jesus, you’re beautiful.” He whispers, as if his eyes are set upon something precious, something worthy of worship. And in a way, isn’t that exactly what he’d set out to do the moment he’d placed his face between your thighs? 

He loops his arms around your thighs, before slowly allowing his tongue to dart out, delicately, tracing the wetness of your pussy. A moan slips out of you, low and needy, and that’s all the confirmation he needs before he’s diving in, devouring your cunt like a man starved. 

“Spencer.” You gasp out. You say his name like prayer, like he is god-given, because in this moment, he is. 

His tongue traces your clit in circles, before directly placing his lips over the swollen bud, applying some light suction. The tenderness in the action, the way his eyes flit upto yours, watching your gaze for the utmost reassurance that he was doing right by you, only hurdle you closer and closer to your pleasurable end. 

It’s almost as if you’re floating, your back arching as his face stubbornly stays buried in your cunt, lapping at your wetness insistently. He wants your release just as bad as you do, and it’s clear he’ll do anything for the sweetness that comes with you falling apart in his arms. 

“Oh god.” You moan out- how is it possible to feel so airy, and yet so present all at once? To feel every movement of Spencer’s warm, wet tongue lavishing your clit, and still be somewhere else entirely- a new height of pleasure you had sorely needed all along. 

One of his hands leaves the iron-grip it had your thighs in, letting his fingers drift towards your entrance. He slips the digits in, slowly pumping into you, only adding to the overwhelming rapture you found yourself in. Your eyes shoot open, and you find yourself writhing against him. 

“Spencer- oh god. Please, please.” You babble out, legs starting to tense with the beginnings of your orgasm. 

He only pulls away enough to murmur softly. “That’s it.” His fingers continue their steady pace into you, his grip on your thigh keeping you planted to the mattress. “I got you, love. Come for me.”

With nothing else to say, he resumes eating you out, and the combination of his fingers and mouth finally barrels you towards your orgasm, shuddering as it rips through you, as your every sense is clouded- with this, with him. 

It’s only until you’ve ridden out the entirety of your orgasm that he pulls away. Sitting upright, he leans forward to caress your jaw, taking in the rapid rise and fall of your chest, the flushed appearance your face had taken on in the throes of gratification. 

“Feeling better?” He asks, softly. 

“Entirely.” You whisper back, almost in awe. Not only at how well it worked, but how adoringly he stared at you, it being enough to stop your heart in your chest. Did he always look like this? How did you never notice? 

“Can I return the favor?” You implore, already beginning to get up, but Spencer pushes you back down lightly, shaking his head. 

“You’re tired.” He says, as if his word was fact, despite these being your feelings that were being spoken about. “Right now, the oxytocin coursing through your body is priming you perfectly for sleep, and God knows you need it.” He chuckles out.

You realize that he’s right, and for the first time, you feel the fatigue that comes naturally with sleep, as opposed to the restless nights you’d been dealing with. You still feel disappointed though, feeling a sting of rejection as you’re unable to touch him back. Still, your tiredness is undeniable, and so you nod. 

He gets up, finding a blanket to lay on top of you, before kneeling beside your face. He looks at you with subtle veneration, before letting his lips brush against your forehead. 

“I’ll take you up on your offer tomorrow, though, if that’s alright.” He murmurs. “When you’re rested.” 

Your smile is immediate. “Deal.” You whisper out. 

He looks at you for another beat, before letting his knuckles brush against your cheek, slowly retreating to his bedroom, as to let you get the rest you so desperately needed. 

You close your eyes, amazed by the tranquility that came with Spencer. How simple intimacy came with him, as if that’s how it should’ve been all along. 

You know you’ll ponder on this fact in greater detail later on, but for now, you relished in serenity of the afterglow. 

“Spencer Reid.” You think. “What divine comfort you are.” 

HOOOLY SHIT. how long has it been since i uploaded? a long time? i think. hahahaha. in between traveling, [redacted life updates], and even more, i just wasn't very inspired to write. i hope this speaks to some of you, and i hope it was enjoyable to read. as usual, any likes, comments, reblogs are so so so deeply appreciated. feedback as well! thank you so so so much for reading regardless, i am eternally grateful for any and all support <3 (oh also haha. this was written for @imagining-in-the-margins friends with benefits challenge! check it out.)

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