Sex, Separation & Self-Worth: What Every Woman Deserves to Know
In this empowering episode, we dive deep into the complex world of female sexuality, libido, relationships, and emotional wellness—especially through midlife, perimenopause, and separation. From the biology of desire to the importance of self-awareness, expert guests and candid conversations explore what really drives intimacy, connection, and wellbeing in women.
We talk honestly about:
- Why libido shifts during perimenopause and menopause
- How to stop the guilt around sex & low desire
- The power of friendship, oxytocin, and emotional intimacy
- Navigating separation with dignity, strength, and legal clarity
- How building a support team is key during life transitions
- Why prioritizing relationships is critical to long-term health
Whether you're navigating a new phase in your relationship, curious about midlife sexuality, or feeling disconnected—this episode will help you reclaim your energy, confidence, and connection.
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00:00 - Sex, Separation & Connection: What We Cover
00:13 - Libido Explained: Rethinking Desire
00:48 - The Libido Myth: Not Just a Drive
01:37 - How Cues & Relaxation Impact Arousal
02:19 - Menopause, Perimenopause & Libido
04:16 - Why Sex Drive Is Complex
07:04 - Sex Ed That Actually Helps
09:14 - Self-Exploration & Confidence
09:52 - Separation? Get Legal Advice Early
11:06 - When to Hire a Family Law Specialist
12:06 - Who’s on Your Separation Team
12:44 - A Holistic Look at Breakups
15:03 - What Child Consultants Do
15:57 - Money & Mindset in Separation
17:41 - Handling Narcissists in Divorce
19:58 - Coping With Emotional Fallout
21:44 - Healing With Rediscover You
22:47 - Making Friends as Adults
25:23 - Health Benefits of Friendship
30:50 - Friendship & Mental Wellness
32:02 - Well-being Through Connection
39:09 - Group Activities for Belonging
42:16 - Longevity Through Social Life
45:22 - How Loneliness Affects Health
54:14 - Finding the Right Therapist
* Female libido
* Low sex drive after 40
* Menopause and sex drive
* Perimenopause support
* Women’s sexual health
* Midlife relationship advice
* Reconnecting after separation
* Hormones and libido
* Post-menopause sex life
* Emotional intimacy for women
* women’s libido
* low libido in women
* increasing female desire
* women and sexual arousal
* women’s sexual wellness
* female desire in midlife
* hormonal impact on libido
* estrogen and sex drive
* testosterone for women
* natural libido boosters for women
