Libido Lounge

By Dr. Diane Mueller

Welcome to Libido Lounge, the intimate podcast that’s not afraid to delve deep into the realms of love, lust, and libido. Specifically curated for couples in long term relationships who are looking to... more

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Libido Lounge episodes:

February 15, 2024Holistic Wellness and Natural Remedies for a Healthy Libido
In the trenches of our daily lives, it's easy to overlook how stress, sleep patterns, and even the modern plague of blue light can dampen our deepest desires. But with practical tools like blue light blockers and diet tweaks, we'll unravel how to combat these libido lurkers head-on.
As for herbal remedies, we'll delve into adrenal-loving herbs like Ashwagandha and heart-healthy supplements that keep the blood pumping in all the right places. We'll even tackle how too much time on your tush can be a buzzkill for your sex life. Shake off the sedentary slump and shake things up with insights on movement that could very well lead to movements of a more... intimate kind. 😉
✨ Find out the root cause of your low libido! Take our Libido Quiz here: (LINK HERE) ✨
We’ll cover:
Stress, sleep, and libido
Strategies to improve sleep quality
Diet for libido and hormone production
How to identify the main root cause of your libido
Debunking myths of aphrodisiacaprodisiac foods
The role of oxytocin in your love life
How to boost oxytocin naturally
Herbs that support adrenal health (and combat stress!)
Tests and supplements for your cardiovascular health
Herbs for a calmer nervous system
Impact of sex hormones on our physical state
The dangers of excessive sitting and a sedentary lifestyle
How to stay in shape for a better sex life
So, cozy up with your favorite device (but not for too long!), and let's tune into what makes our hearts and other parts tick. Listen to the episode now. 💖
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(0:00) Introduction to the Libido Lounge
(0:34) Understanding and Boosting Low Libido
(4:22) Diet, Aphrodisiacs, and Fats for a Healthy Libido
(10:17) Link between Cardiovascular Health and Libido
(12:24) Balancing Sex Hormones and Nervous System for Better Libido
(14:41) The Role of Physical Activity in Sexual Health
(16:45) Conclusion and Call to Action
...more
18min
February 08, 2024“I Understand How You Feel”: Exploring Empathy in Intimacy
When the flame of emotional connection starts flickering, it's a sign that something may be amiss. After all, it's not just the candlelit dinners that matter but the deep, emotional connections that fan the flames of desire.
In this episode, join us as we break down how unresolved issues and lack of empathy in a relationship can lead to a decrease in libido. Recognize the signs when your libido is telling you to take a step back and prioritize self-care or when it's time to plan that much-needed getaway to rekindle the passion.
We’ll cover:
How empathy deepens intimacy
How unresolved issues can lead to a decline in libido
The link between libido and self-perception
The importance of feeling loved by your partner
How men and women respond to stress and sexual release
How to help your partner relax and be present
Libido as a barometer for stress management
Why self-care and stress recovery are important for a healthy sex life
How to address feelings of overwhelm
Stay classy, sexy, and a little badassy. Listen to the episode now. 💖
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Our advocacy is centered around providing a supportive space for women to reclaim sexual vitality and joy for good. Help us achieve this by subscribing to our podcast and sharing us with your friends and family.
💖 Join our Next Libido Masterclass https://mylibidodoc.com/masterclass
💖Take the Libido Quiz here: https://t.ly/4OSF4
💖 Access Lab Testing: https://platinumself.circle.so/c/community
More Libido Lounge
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✨ Health Store | https://store.mylibidodoc.com/
(0:00) Introduction to empathy, intimacy, and factors affecting libido
(3:16) Brain functioning and stress processing differences between genders
(9:20) Strategies for aligning sexual desire and scheduling sex
(13:46) The role of preventative wellness in libido maintenance
(15:06) Conclusion and call to action
...more
16min
February 01, 2024Conversations of Connection: How to Foster a Safe Space for Delicate Conversations
Ever wondered why a spat with your partner can send your libido into a nosedive, or how a sincere cuddle can suddenly crank up the heat?
Strap in for a heartfelt journey through the Libido Lounge, where we unravel the intricate dance of emotional connection and sexual desire. We'll dissect how the fallout from arguments can lead to a chilly bedroom atmosphere, and then flip the script to reveal the electric charge of reconciliation. [💖](https://mylibidodoc.com/)
We’ll cover:
The impact of emotional connection on libido
Creating a safe space for intimate conversations
Strategies for addressing sensitive topics
The importance of emotional responsibility
How to address feelings of disconnection and rejection
The power behind “I feel” statements
How absolute vs.relative truths influence our perceptions and reactions
The anatomy of a heartfelt apology that goes beyond “I’m sorry”
It’s our hope that by the end of the episode, you’ll have an enhanced capability to create a safe space for those delicate discussions about bedroom bliss (or blunders), armed with empathy and a blueprint for broaching even the trickiest subjects with grace and care.
So, tune in, subscribe, and let's get real about the ties that bind our hearts and bodies together. ✨
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Our advocacy is centered around providing a supportive space for women to reclaim sexual vitality and joy for good. Help us achieve this by subscribing to our podcast and sharing us with your friends and family.
💖 Join our Next Libido Masterclass https://mylibidodoc.com/masterclass
💖Take the Libido Quiz here: https://t.ly/4OSF4
💖 Access Lab Testing: https://platinumself.circle.so/c/community
More Libido Lounge
✨ Website | mylibidodoc.com/podcasts/
✨ YouTube | youtube.com/@mylibidodoc
✨ Instagram |instagram.com/mylibidodoc/
✨ Health Store | https://store.mylibidodoc.com/
(0:00) Introduction to the episode and the link between conflict, emotional distance, and libido
(3:49) Timing, setting, and communication for resolving bedroom issues
(6:23) Balancing feedback and understanding faked orgasms
(9:23) Effective use of feeling words and truths in communication
(14:49) The power of a genuine apology
...more
18min
January 25, 2024The Influence of Emotional Safety on Libido
Emotional safety is a cornerstone of a healthy relationship. Without it, there may be feelings of isolation, mistrust, and resentment. When you feel safe with your partner, you trust them wholly and feel naturally reassured that they won’t do anything to hurt you on purpose.
But with menopausal symptoms in the mix… it can get extra tricky to cultivate emotional safety in a partnership. It becomes more important to understand psychological patterns when handling conflict, communication strategies to sidestep emotional violations, and treatment options to mitigate symptoms.
In today’s episode, join us as we focus on the emotional ecosystem of hormonal imbalance, how it changes at menopause, and tips on how to cultivate emotional safety in your relationship for a better partnership inside and outside the bedroom.
We’ll cover:
Emotional ecosystem and how it impacts libido
The correlation between a decline in estrogen and your mental health
Your treatment options to mitigate menopausal symptoms
The importance of emotional safety in a relationship
How males and females think during and after an argument
The vicious cycle of safety
Why men always feel attacked and women always feel invalidated
How to cultivate emotional safety in a relationship
Stay classy and sexy. Listen to the episode now. ✨
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Our advocacy is centered around providing a supportive space for women to reclaim sexual vitality and joy for good. Help us achieve this by subscribing to our podcast and sharing us with your friends and family.
💖 Join our Next Libido Masterclass https://mylibidodoc.com/masterclass
💖Take the Libido Quiz here: https://t.ly/4OSF4
💖 Access Lab Testing: https://platinumself.circle.so/c/community
More Libido Lounge
✨ Website | mylibidodoc.com/podcasts/
✨ YouTube | youtube.com/@mylibidodoc?sub_confirmation=1
✨ Instagram |instagram.com/mylibidodoc/
✨ Health Store | https://store.mylibidodoc.com/
(0:00) Introduction to the episode
(0:40) Serotonin's role in libido and hormonal interplay
(4:17) Supporting serotonin and oxytocin for better sex
(6:18) The impact of stress and emotional safety on libido
(10:34) Gender differences in brain and emotional stability post-menopause
(13:57) Enhancing connection through communication
...more
18min
January 18, 2024Hormone Therapies You Should Know
Did you know that hormones control everything? From blood sugar to blood pressure, growth and fertility, sex drive, metabolism, and even sleep – hormones have a role to play in all of these.
However, when hormones become problematic, it’s widely perceived that there is nothing we can do to improve the symptoms and consequently our quality of life.
In today’s episode, we will dive more into this as we debunk myths on hormones, outline warning signs of hormonal imbalance, and advise tests and treatment options that you and your partner can explore.
We’ll cover:
Uncovering myths about Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Warning signs of hormonal imbalance
Conventional tests in medicine for hormones
What changes in your hormones during the perimenopausal stage
Signs you may have too much estrogen
Free Testosterone (Free T) test and when you should take it
The difference between Free T and Total T
What it means to have an imbalance in testorone levels
Other tests we recommend (and what’s a must if you’re perimenopausal)
What you should know about estrogen therapy
The #1 misconception about a released study finding from Women’s Health Initiative (WHI)
Final thoughts on hormone therapy
Stay classy and sexy. Listen to the episode now. ✨
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Our advocacy is centered around providing a supportive space for women to reclaim sexual vitality and joy for good. Help us achieve this by subscribing to our podcast and sharing us with your friends and family.
💖 Join our Next Libido Masterclass https://mylibidodoc.com/masterclass
💖Take the Libido Quiz here: https://t.ly/4OSF4
💖 Access Lab Testing: https://platinumself.circle.so/c/community
More Libido Lounge
✨ Website | mylibidodoc.com/podcasts/
✨ YouTube | youtube.com/@mylibidodoc?sub_confirmation=1
✨ Instagram |instagram.com/mylibidodoc/
✨ Health Store | https://store.mylibidodoc.com/
(0:00) Introduction to Libido Lounge and the hormone conversation
(2:21) Understanding estrogen and testosterone in libido
(6:03) Hormone testing recommendations and DHEA benefits
(7:38) Hormone replacement therapy: Misconceptions and personal experiences
(11:27) Critique of the Women's Health Initiative study
(17:00) The broader benefits of hormones for well-being
(18:23) Closing remarks and call for listener questions
...more
20min
January 11, 2024The Libido Landscape: What do Statistics Say?
Did you know that the highest percentage of couples experimenting with anal play starts in your 40s?
How about the stark drop from 72% (below the age of 60) to 57% (after the age of 60) when it comes to having an active sex life?
In today’s episode, we offer you more interesting statistics as we put our nerd's glasses on and dive deep into research findings on low libido and the different factors that contribute to it. We’ll explore the ebb and flow of desire through the years, perimenopause, anal sex, emotional safety, and hacking your libido to want sex.
✨ Take our Quiz: What is the #1 Cause of Your Low Libido? https://mylibidodoc.com/libido-quiz/ ✨
We’ll cover:
How sex drive changes through the years
Perimenopause and libido
What statistics say about starting anal play in your 40’s
The discrepancy between male and female libido
Emotional safety and libido (what causes shame and guilt in the relationship?)
Quality of life and libido
How often should couples have sex?
Hacking your mind (and libido) to want sex
Stay classy and sexy. Listen to the episode now. ✨
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Our advocacy is centered around providing a supportive space for women to reclaim sexual vitality and joy for good. Help us achieve this by subscribing to our podcast and sharing us with your friends and family.
💖 Join our Next Libido Masterclass https://mylibidodoc.com/masterclass
💖Take the Libido Quiz here: https://t.ly/4OSF4
💖 Access Lab Testing: https://platinumself.circle.so/c/community
More Libido Lounge
✨ Website | mylibidodoc.com/podcasts/
✨ YouTube | youtube.com/@mylibidodoc?sub_confirmation=1
✨ Instagram |instagram.com/mylibidodoc/
✨ Health Store | https://store.mylibidodoc.com/
(0:00) Introduction and overview of libido in long-term relationships
(2:22) The role of novelty, dopamine, and emotional safety in sexual desire
(5:18) The connection between life purpose and libido
(7:59) Sexual frequency and the effects of aging on arousal and orgasm
(11:26) Understanding the decline in sexual activity and overcoming shame
...more
20min
January 04, 2024Introducing Sex Toys into Your Partnered Relationship
Not climaxing as much as your partner? Introducing sex toys into your relationship might be something to consider.
However, we know that talking about it might feel a bit awkward – who wants their partner to think they’re not good at sex, right? We don’t want to hurt their feelings. Plus, expressing what you want sexually can be anxiety-inducing as it taps into potentially vulnerable spots of your relationship.
In this episode, we are diving into the dos and don’ts of introducing sex toys into the bedroom, communication strategies you can adopt, and vibrator tips if you’re just starting to use them.
Don’t miss out on the joy of sex toys. Listen to the episode now.
We’ll cover:
Why sex toys are (really) important
The “orgasm gap”: why women climax significantly less than men
Dos and Don’ts of introducing sex toys into the bedroom
Reframing techniques for persuading your partner
The ultimate vibrator tool for beginners
How to use a vibrator with a partner
When NOT to talk about sex toys with your partner
Where to shop for sex toys together
Stay classy and sexy. Listen to the episode now. ✨
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Our advocacy is centered around providing a supportive space for women to reclaim sexual vitality and joy for good. Help us achieve this by subscribing to our podcast and sharing us with your friends and family.
💖 Join our Next Libido Masterclass https://mylibidodoc.com/masterclass
💖Take the Libido Quiz here: https://t.ly/4OSF4
💖 Access Lab Testing: https://platinumself.circle.so/c/community
More Libido Lounge
✨ Website | mylibidodoc.com/podcasts/
✨ YouTube | youtube.com/@mylibidodoc?sub_confirmation=1
✨ Instagram |instagram.com/mylibidodoc/
✨ Health Store | https://store.mylibidodoc.com/
(0:00) Introduction and insights on vibrators in couple play
(1:14) Addressing orgasm discrepancies and challenges
(3:50) How to introduce vibrators and include your partner
(7:15) Tips for stress-free vibrator conversations and shopping
(9:53) Do's and Don'ts summary
(11:29) Closing remarks and contact information
...more
13min
December 28, 2023Taking Hormones for Menopausal Symptoms and Low Libido
In the [first episode of Libido Lounge](https://mylibidodoc.com/ep-1-stop-the-self-blame-top-ten-myths-about-female-sexuality/), we discussed the Top 9 myths of female sexuality and kept the 10th a secret. Today, join us as we finally unravel the 10th myth – which may just be the key to treating any libido issue/s you may be facing, especially if you’re already approaching or well within your menopausal ages.
✨ Sign up for our Next Libido Masterclass: https://mylibidodoc.com/masterclass/ ✨
We’ll cover:
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Is it safe?
History of HRT and why it matters
How HRT can relieve menopausal symptoms
How HRT can affect your mood, weight, and cardiovascular health
Can cancer patients undergo HRT?
“Pizza Fights Cancer” – a hype or a hoax?
Stay classy and sexy. Listen to the episode now. ✨
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Resources:
The First 9 Myths of Female Sexuality: https://mylibidodoc.com/ep-1-stop-the-self-blame-top-ten-myths-about-female-sexuality/

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Our advocacy is centered around providing a supportive space for women to reclaim sexual vitality and joy for good. Help us achieve this by subscribing to our podcast and sharing us with your friends and family.
💖 Join our Next Libido Masterclass https://mylibidodoc.com/masterclass
💖Take the Libido Quiz here: https://t.ly/4OSF4
💖 Access Lab Testing: https://platinumself.circle.so/c/community
More Libido Lounge
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(0:00) Introduction and myths about hormone therapy safety
(2:35) Women's Health Initiative study details and misinterpretations
(6:19) Benefits and considerations of hormone replacement therapy
(9:05) Hormone therapy post-cancer and misleading information
(13:12) Diet, lifestyle, and comprehensive factors affecting libido
(15:06) Closing remarks and social media plugs
...more
16min
December 21, 2023The Delicious Tension of Sexual Polarity
Struggling with monotonous, dull sex? Perhaps all your sex life needs is a hot sprinkle of polarity play. ☯
Polarity play is the concept of magnetic attraction between two opposing forces. Yin and yang, giving and receiving, light and dark. Most of us fall easily into between one of these roles – we either dominate or be dominated. Neither role is superior nor more powerful. What polarity does is create attraction, energy, and balance.
But how exactly can polarity play ignite a spark in your sex life? In today’s episode, we answer this question and more as we dive into polarity play, the natural tendencies of each pole, and how to play with polarity switching and power exchange for a delicious sprinkle of novelty in your sex life.
We’ll cover:
How polarity plays into lust and attraction
The two opposite forces: are you a giver or a receiver?
The magnetic appeal of polarity plays
Exploring your natural tendencies in the poles
Playing with polarity switching
Exercises in polarity play
How polarity play aids novelty in your relationship
At the end of the episode, you’ll come out with a deeper understanding of your natural energy and the contrasting energy you draw from your partner – forming a foundation of awareness upon which you can then integrate polarity switching to spice up your bedroom life.
Stay classy and sexy. Listen to the episode now. ✨
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Our advocacy is centered around providing a supportive space for women to reclaim sexual vitality and joy for good. Help us achieve this by subscribing to our podcast and sharing us with your friends and family.
💖 Join our Next Libido Masterclass https://mylibidodoc.com/masterclass
💖Take the Libido Quiz here: https://t.ly/4OSF4
💖 Access Lab Testing: https://platinumself.circle.so/c/community
More Libido Lounge
✨ Website | mylibidodoc.com/podcasts/
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✨ Instagram |.instagram.com/mylibidodoc/
(0:00) Introduction to polarity play
(0:31) Understanding sexual and non-sexual polarity
(3:52) Magnetism and attraction in sexual relationships
(5:25) Role dynamics and creating novelty in the bedroom
(9:21) Partner exercises to explore and balance polarity
(12:23) The importance of novelty in maintaining desire
(14:03) Balancing personal traits for a fulfilling relationship
(16:00) Concluding thoughts and outro
...more
17min
December 14, 2023Switch Your Libido On: Navigating Chronic Fatigue with Dr. Jenny Tufenkian
Does the mere thought of having sex make you feel tired? With so many changes in the world over the last few years, it’s all too easy for chronic fatigue to sneak its way into a person’s mental health and disrupt intimacy and desire for bedroom activities.
Today, we are hosting Dr. Jenny Tufenkian, a Board-certified Naturopathic Physician, Burnout Specialist, and Creator of Core Vitality – with a mission to help chronically fatigued individuals reclaim their energy and vitality.
Dr. Jenny will delve into chronic fatigue, what switches your libido on and off, and strategies for breaking free from the downward spiral of stress, anxiety, and negative self-talk. Listen in to reclaim your sexual energy and shift your subconscious into thinking you’re truly beautiful, sexy, and sex-ready. ;)
We’ll cover:
Struggling with chronic fatigue in sex life
Balancing the 3 layers of libido: physical, emotional, and energetic
Libido Slayers and Libido Inducers (what turns you on / what turns you off?)
Why you shouldn’t strive for perfection in the bedroom
How stress, anxiety, and low self-worth impact libido
The importance of feeling safe with yourself
Strategies to reframe negative self-talk
Simple routines to boost your self-confidence
Stay classy and sexy. Listen to the episode now. ✨
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Resources
LINK TO SUMMIT: https://drtalks.com/sexual-dysfunction-summit/?oid=60&ref=2898&uid=628

Guest Links
Energy Quiz: https://drjennytufenkian.com/quiz/
Website: https://drjennytufenkian.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.jennytufenkian/
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Our advocacy is centered around providing a supportive space for women to reclaim sexual vitality and joy for good. Help us achieve this by subscribing to our podcast and sharing us with your friends and family.
💖 Join our Next Libido Masterclass https://mylibidodoc.com/masterclass
💖Take the Libido Quiz here: https://t.ly/4OSF4
💖 Access Lab Testing: https://platinumself.circle.so/c/community
More Libido Lounge
✨ Website | mylibidodoc.com/podcasts/
✨ YouTube | youtube.com/@mylibidodoc?sub_confirmation=1
✨ Instagram |.instagram.com/mylibidodoc/
(0:00) Introduction and welcome to Dr. Jenny Tofankian
(1:43) Understanding Libido: Inducers, Slayers, and the Impact of Chronic Illness
(3:19) Tackling Libido Slayers: Strategies for Couples
(6:32) The Role of Emotions and the Subconscious in Libido
(9:15) The Importance of Self-Care and Commitment to Improving Libido
(11:59) Delving Deeper: Addressing Root Causes and Rewiring the Brain for Enhanced Libido
(16:28) Closing Remarks and Upcoming Events
...more
19min

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How many episodes does Libido Lounge have?

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