Even if not sexually active, we are still sexual creatures, with desires, drives and inhabiting a body that produces hormones and seeks pleasure.  Sex can be a wonderful way to connect with other friendly humans and one's sexuality is simply another facet of one's identity and self-expression.  In countless cultures, sex has been vilified and sexual desires deemed shameful.  Even under ideal circumstances, unpacking these cultural messages can be a lifelong challenge.   However, if one has suffered sexual abuse, regular harassment, or limiting objectification, this challenge increases exponentially.   True balance requires vigilance in this quest for peace within our sexual selves; accepting our personal proclivities, allowing our true identity to be expressed, embracing our sexual orientation and honoring ourselves as sexual creatures, without judgement or condemnation.

Further Reading:

Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will

Transform Your Sex Life - Dr. Emily Nagoski

Sex For Dummies - by Ruth K. Westheimer and Pierre A. Lehu 

When the Earth Moves: Women and Orgasm - Mikaya Heart