Low Libido in Menopause? Why your sex drive changes (And What Actually Works)

About this episode

This episode discusses the changes in libido during menopause and offers insights on how to reconnect with one's body and improve intimacy.

Why does libido change in perimenopause and menopause — and what actually helps? If you’re experiencing low libido, changes in sex drive, painful sex or loss of desire, this episode teaches us how to reconnect with our body. ** If you enjoy this episode, Muriel shares a SPECIAL OFFER for listeners. ** Lisa Jedan speaks with somatic therapist and sex coach Muriel Haas about how female desire shifts in midlife — fromspontaneous to responsive desire — and why nervous system safety, emotional connection and embodiment becomeessential for intimacy. Muriel reframes menopause as an invitation into a newerotic awakening, moving away from goal and performance-driven sex, toward deeper pleasure and connection. You’ll learn: The two types of desire and the shift from spontaneousto responsive desire How to move from goal-oriented sex to an exchange of sexual energy The difference between masturbation and self-pleasure How to reconnect with your body and rebuild desire Communication tools to help couples navigate pain, dryness and changing libido during menopause The five pillars of orgasmic living Together they explore how menopause can be a powerful rite of passage into a new relationship…

People in this episode

Host: Lisa Jedan

Guest: Muriel Haas

Topics covered

• libido changes
• menopause
• sexual desire
• intimacy
• self-pleasure
• communication in relationships

Keywords

• low libido
• perimenopause
• responsive desire
• sexual energy
• orgasmic living
• painful sex
• emotional connection

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