About this episode

Dr. Trina Read discusses women's sexuality in midlife, focusing on intimacy, libido, and body image after 50.

* Look for 'The Chicken Dance' visual on The FxCK YOU 50s IG account! * Joining Andrea Claire today is Dr. Trina Read, a world-renowned sexologist, #1 bestselling author, and the woman on a mission to prove that midlife is the perfect time to reclaim your pleasure. From her award-winning The Sex Course, to her practical guide: You. Me. Bed. Now!, Trina has spent decades helping women navigate the complex intersection of long-term partnership, menopause, and shifting sexual scripts. We’re learn the difference between a sexologist and a sex therapist, how to navigate mismatched libidos, and why your enthusiasm—not your age—is your greatest aphrodisiac. "Sex is meant for long-term relationships," says Trina. It’s time to stop settling for 'meh' and start asking for what you want with total abandon. Sexologist vs. Sex Therapist: Understanding who to call when you want to focus on the how and the now. The Menopause Shift: How aging actually changes the landscape of intimacy (and how to adapt). Breaking the Scripts: Overcoming shame and the "old rules" we were taught about women’s desire. The Libido Gap: Practical tools for couples who aren't on the same page. Body Image in Midlife…

People in this episode

Host: Andrea Claire

Guest: Dr. Trina Read

Topics covered

• women's sexuality
• midlife
• intimacy
• menopause
• libido
• body image

Keywords

• sexologist
• midlife pleasure
• menopause
• libido gap
• body confidence
• sexual scripts
• intimacy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The FxCK YOU 50s

Books & works: The Sex Course, You. Me. Bed. Now!

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