Episode Details

Are you ever going to have sex again?

It is the question so many couples in midlife are quietly asking. Sex has become obligatory. Or it has disappeared. Hormones have shifted. Resentment has built. Communication has broken down.

In this episode of Taboo To Truth, I sit down with clinical sexologist Dr. Stacy Friedman to talk about how couples move from duty sex or no sex back to real desire. We break down spontaneous versus responsive desire. We explain why sex starts to feel like a chore. We talk about what happens after the lust phase fades and oxytocin replaces testosterone.

We also cover:

1. Why many women need arousal before desire
2. How long term relationships shift biologically and emotionally
3. What to do if you have not had sex in months or years
4. How removing the expectation of intercourse can rebuild intimacy
5. How to handle mismatched libidos without resentment
6. Why collaboration works better than compromise

If you feel stuck in the friend zone with your own partner, this conversation will give you a practical roadmap back to connection.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Men Meet Menopause Course For Men

01:05 Welcome And The Question No One Wants To Ask

02:10 When Sex Becomes An Obligation

03:30 Responsive Vs Spontaneous Desire

05:15 Why “Once We Start It’s Good” Happens

06:45 The Lips Nips Below The Hips Problem

08:05 From Lust To Dead Bedroom

09:30 The Biology Of Testosterone And Oxytocin

10:40 Sex Snacks And Daily Micro Connection

11:45 Rebuilding After Years Without Sex

13:05 Baby Steps Back To Intimacy

14:20 Removing The Expectation Of Intercourse

15:40 Redefining Sex Beyond Penetration

16:30 Mismatched Libido And Collaboration

17:30 Why Anger And Pressure Kill Desire

18:00 Part Two Preview And Call To Action

Want a deeper look? Watch the full episode on YouTube for a more visual experience of today’s discussion. This episode is best enjoyed on video—don’t miss out!

Karen Bigman, a Sexual Health Alliance Certified Sex Educator, Life, and Menopause Coach, tackles the often-taboo subject of sexuality with a straightforward and candid approach. We explore the intricacies of sex during perimenopause, post-menopause, and andropause, offering insights and support for all those experiencing these transformative phases.

This podcast is not intended to give medical advice. Karen Bigman is not a medical professional. For any medical questions or issues, please visit your licensed medical provider.

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