What is the real purpose of arousal?

We have linked the word arousal just to a sexual response and activation. Arousal is very important because it’s a system that involves many different neural systems with connections extending throughout the cortex, and based on the brain's neurotransmitters, acetylcholine, norepinephrine, dopamine, histamine, and serotonin. When these systems are in action, the receiving neural areas become sensitive and responsive to incoming signals, producing alertness and cortical activity.

 Arousal is important in regulating consciousness, attention, and information processing. It is a crucial for motivating certain behaviours, such as mobility, the pursuit of nutrition, the fight-or-flight response and sexual activity.

Arousal is good for your health, whenever you feel it, keep in mind this is happening in your body and it's not only about sex. When this response activates: honor it, instead of repressing that sensation. Find an outlet in art or any creative idea.