Libido, desire and connecting with pleasure

Women of the Well | Holistic Women’s Health and Wellness

How do you really feel about your desire and connection to pleasure?
Curious? Confused? Maybe even a little frustrated?
In this week’s episode of Women of the Well, we’re diving into one of the most fascinating and misunderstood aspects of health: libido.
Whether you’re navigating the ups and downs of desire or simply curious about how to connect more deeply with your pleasure, this conversation is packed with insights and practical tools to inspire and empower you.
Dr Peta Wright, Dr Thea Bowler, and Sam Lindsay-German take an honest, evidence-based, and holistic look at what impacts libido – and how you can feel more connected to yourself, your partner, and your life.
Why you’ll love this episode:

🌿 Discover why libido isn’t just about sex – it’s about how you feel in your body, your life, and your relationships.

🌿 From tantric-inspired practices to Moon Centres in yoga, learn how to nurture connection and bring more pleasure into your daily life.

🌿 Why hormones like testosterone aren’t the main factor – and what really affects desire, including stress, safety, and connection.

🌿 Understand the difference between spontaneous and responsive desire – and how to make intimacy work beautifully in long-term relationships.

🌿 Rediscover the link between sexual energy, creativity, and your overall zest for life.

🎧 Listen now and let us know what you think.

Resources and Recommendations:

• 📖 Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski – The ultimate guide to the science of female sexuality and desire.
• 📖 Come Together by Emily Nagoski – A follow-up exploring deeper dimensions of connection and intimacy.
• 💡 Lubricants:
  • Olive & Bee – Organic olive oil and beeswax-based lubricant (not suitable with latex condoms).
  • Coconut oil or olive oil – Natural, nourishing alternatives.
  • Stimulating lubricants – Options that add warmth or tingling for extra sensation.
  • Specialty lubricants from Ellechemy – Options infused with testosterone or Viagra for enhanced blood flow.
• 🧘 Moon Centres (from yoga traditions): Enhance connection and pleasure through gentle touch and tantric-inspired practices.
• 🌟 Eye gazing and tantric breathing techniques: Deepen intimacy through simple yet transformative practices.
• 🧘‍♀️ Pelvic flow movements: Try yoga-inspired practices like pelvic tilts to increase connection and flow.

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