All About You With Dr Shauna Watts

From Empty Nest to Empowered: Reclaiming Identity, Sex & Self


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In this deeply insightful and empowering episode, we explore the realities of sex, relationships, and identity for women in midlife. From empty nest syndrome and the loss of self after parenting, to mismatched libidos, relationship breakdowns, healing after infidelity, and finding pleasure again post-menopause, this conversation pulls no punches.


You'll hear honest, expert-driven discussions on:

  • Rediscovering identity beyond being a mother or wife
  • How societal expectations shape female pleasure
  • How to reignite intimacy in long-term relationships
  • What mismatched libido really means and how to navigate it
  • Non-sexual forms of intimacy and rebuilding after betrayal
  • Orgasm myths, cultural shame, and pleasure-based education
  • The truth about menopause, libido, and hormone therapy


Whether you're navigating menopause, relationship challenges, or simply wanting to reclaim your sexuality, this episode is for you.


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    Disclaimer: This podcast and any information, advice, opinions or statements within it do not constitute medical, health care or other professional advice. Information is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only.


    00:00:00 - Midlife Identity Crisis

    00:01:02 - Childhood Dreams vs. Reality

    00:03:04 - Rebuilding Identity After 40

    00:04:08 - Losing Self in Motherhood

    00:07:26 - Women Feeling Invisible

    00:08:11 - Empty Nest Syndrome

    00:08:44 - Life After Parenting Ends

    00:10:31 - Society & Female Identity

    00:11:00 - Midlife Relationship Issues

    00:11:51 - Identity Beyond Others

    00:13:50 - Mismatched Libido Explained

    00:15:04 - Boosting Sexual Satisfaction

    00:18:23 - Menopause & Skin Changes

    00:20:00 - Affairs & Intimacy Repair

    00:24:09 - Non-Sexual Intimacy Tips

    00:26:25 - Rebuilding Trust After Cheating

    00:28:27 - Scheduling Sex in Marriage

    00:30:16 - Real Talk: Foreplay & Desire

    00:33:33 - Female Orgasm & Pleasure

    00:35:04 - Why Women Fake Orgasms

    00:40:03 - Menopause & Aging Insights

    00:41:44 - Hormones, Health & Aging


    *midlife women

    * sex after 40

    * midlife identity crisis

    * empty nest syndrome

    * intimacy after infidelity

    * mismatched libido

    *perimenopause support

    *intimacy tips

    * menopause and relationships

    * female pleasure education

    * women over 40

    * hormone therapy for menopause

    * how to rebuild trust after cheating

    ...more
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