E270: Why High-Functioning Women Aren't Having Great Sex (and What to Fix) with Dr. Heather Rhodes

About this episode

The episode discusses the challenges high-functioning women face regarding sexual desire and offers insights on how to address these issues.

Have you ever caught yourself thinking “I could take it or leave it” when it comes to sex? This is your headphones warning episode. My friend, Dr. Heather Rhodes, is back with me, and we’re talking about something you might not be saying out loud - what happens when desire feels out of reach. You love your husband, you care about your marriage, and at the same time, you feel tired out, stuck in your head, or just not that interested. And it’s so confusing, because on paper, everything looks f...

People in this episode

Host: Leisha Drews

Guest: Dr. Heather Rhodes

Topics covered

• sexual desire
• high-functioning women
• marriage
• relationship challenges
• mental health

Keywords

• sexual desire
• high-functioning women
• marriage
• relationship
• mental health
• intimacy
• desire issues

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