Podcasts about Arousal

If you've got a cupboard full of supplements you bought with good intentions but never used, this episode is for you. Cathy Eason, Chief Science Officer at Berkeley Life, talks about nitric oxide, a molecule that affects almost every body system, including blood flow, blood pressure, digestion, energy production, and sexual arousal. She explains why nitric oxide production declines in your 30s and how it's linked to perimenopause. Eason also discusses the research behind using dietary nitrates (like beets and leafy greens) to support nitric oxide production and when supplementation might be necessary. This episode covers practical aspects like testing nitric oxide status at home, the connection between oral health and nitric oxide, and how the protocol differs for daily energy needs versus intense training. Eason also advises caution with nitric oxide supplementation, especially for those on blood pressure medication, and why she moved away from arginine/citrulline supplements. Go to https://drstephanieestima.com/berkeleylife and use code BETTER20 for 20% Off.

What's the difference between a fetish, a kink, and just really liking something? Where do fetishes come from? Niki Davis-Fainbloom's entire job is to help people make peace with their fetish. She holds a masters in psychology, studied sex therapy at the Kinsey Institute & has been working with clients for 8 years. She's also the author of Fetish: smash taboos & celebrate what turns you on. In this episode, you'll hear about some of the more unusual fetishes, where fetishes come from, where we draw the line in ethical fetishes (Race? Disability? Yikes!), the difference between a kink & a fetish, why people hide what turns them on (& what happens when they don't). If you liked this episode, you'll also like episode 286: WHAT IS MEDICALLY ASSISTED SEX [REMASTERED]? Guest:https://a.co/d/0165o2Qg https://www.instagram.com/missbloomsexeducator/ https://www.facebook.com/niki.davis.7https://www.nikidavisf.com/about-niki https://x.com/nikidavisf?lang=en Sponsors: https://www.historicpensacola.org/about-us/  00:00:56 — What Actually Makes Something a Fetish (vs. Just Being a Preference)00:03:50 — Fetish vs. Kink: What's the Difference?00:04:27 — Unusual Fetishes: Vore, Macrophilia, and the Wet Floor Sign Guy00:08:46 — Balloon Fetishes, Online Communities, and SizeCon00:09:57 — Where Do Fetishes Come From? The Conditioning Theory00:12:34 — The Baby Fetish, Pregnancy Kink, and Stress as a Factor00:15:23 — Culture, Decades, and How Your Childhood TV Shapes Your Desires00:17:02 — Japan's Panty Vending Machines: Normalization and the Fetish Question00:19:47 — The Most Common Fetishes by Volume00:21:21 — Sneezing Fetishes, Feet Everywhere, and the Can't-Unsee Phenomenon00:25:15 — The Neuroscience of Foot Fetishes: Somatosensory Cortex and Amputation Studies00:27:38 — Is There a Genetic Component? Dopamine, Novelty-Seeking, and Risk00:30:11 — Disgust, Arousal, and Why Evolution Had to Make a Compromise00:32:45 — Fetishes and Trauma: Separating Myth from Reality00:34:28 — Rape Kink, Survivors, and Reclaiming Control00:35:38 — Is Shame Part of What Makes a Fetish Work?00:37:50 — Grindr at the RNC, Anti-Gay Preachers, and the Forbidden Fruit Effect00:40:08 — Tools for Working Through Shame: Postponing Worry, Self-Compassion Letters00:43:42 — How and When to Disclose Your Fetish to a Partner00:50:51 — The Ethics of Fetishes: Race, Disability, and Objectification00:55:21 — DSM Paraphilias, Non-Consent, and Where People Can Get Help00:57:31 — AI Romantic Partners, Dirty Talk Experiments, and the Capitalism Interruption01:02:32 — Niki's Documentary, the Book, and Where to Find HerRequest to join my private Facebook Group, MFR Curious Insiders: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BAt3bpwJC/Follow me in all the places:https://www.meredithforreal.com/  https://www.instagram.com/the_curiousintrovert/ meredith@meredithforreal.comhttps://www.youtube.com/meredithforreal https://www.facebook.com/curiousintrovert

Episode 151 – Arousal, Valence and links to Behavioural Signs and Treatment   This episode is inspired by a listener request for me to have a chat about emotional arousal, valence and how these relate to behavioural signs and treatment strategies. I love this topic, which is why I have designed a resource, which you can find in the Trinity Professional Guides E-Book, that talks about exactly this – The Canine and Feline Circumplex of Emotions.   Here's what you'll learn: ·         Definitions of arousal and valence as they relate to Veterinary Behaviour Medicine and The Circumplex of Emotions. ·         Why this resource is a brilliant visual guide for Caregivers and Professionals alike. ·         How we can recognize extremes of arousal and valence and their impact on welfare and wellbeing. ·         Neurotransmitter considerations within this model. ·         How this model can guide our pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment choices.     Find The Canine and Feline Circumplex of Emotions as well as many other useful resources in the Professional Guides E-Book here: https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/trinity-ebook   If you liked this episode of the show, Veterinary Behaviour Chat, please LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, share, and subscribe!   Facebook Group: Join The Veterinary Behaviour Community on Facebook   You can CONNECT with me: Website: Visit my website Trinity Veterinary Behaviour Instagram: Follow Trinity Veterinary Behaviour on Instagram Trinity Veterinary Behaviour Facebook: Join us on Trinity Veterinary Behaviour's Facebook page Trinity Veterinary Behaviour YouTube: Subscribe to Trinity Veterinary Behaviour on YouTube LinkedIn Profile: Connect with me on LinkedIn   Thank you for tuning in!

You know roughly what you want. You still can't make yourself do it. This episode explains why, in plain pictures, and gives you one small thing to do this week that your body will actually let you do.If you've been laid off, divorced, lost someone, lost a home, or had an ending you didn't choose, and it's months or years on and you're still in the parking lot, this one is for you.Five lessons. It was never a clarity problem. Your brain is driving on an old map. You're not lazy, you're on 8% battery. You cannot be told your value, you have to experience it. And you redraw the map one short drive at a time.With the stories of five women who did exactly that: a book, a podcast, a sideline business, a job that trains for the next thing, and a job that finally fits her family.Find out which of five patterns is stopping you. Three minutes, ten questions: https://amenkaur.com/quizIn this episodeWhy "I need more clarity" is the wrong problem to solveThe satnav that has the destination and won't startWhat a loss actually takes from you (not the building, the road)Why your brain pulls over after a loss, and why that isn't weaknessThe 8% battery: why courses and advice don't land when you're running on emptyChargers and drainers: the people who fill your battery and the ones running in the backgroundYou cannot be told your value, you have to experience itThe singer, the applause, and where worth actually livesSmall drives in daylight: how the brain redraws its mapFuel on the garage floor vs fuel in the tankThe one thing to do this weekWrite down the rough direction you already know. One sentence. Notice how fast it came.Take the quiz https://amenkaur.com/quizScience mentionedLisa Feldman Barrett, How Emotions Are Made / Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain. The predictive brain, the body budget, prediction error.Peter Sheeran, Intention-behavior relations (2002); Sheeran and Webb, The intention-behavior gap (2016). Inclined abstainers.Albert Bandura, Self-Efficacy (1997). Mastery experience.Jamieson, Mendes, Blackstock and Schmader (2010). Arousal reappraisal.Keywords starting over, loss, layoff, divorce, stuck, motivation, self-worth, nervous system, identity, career change after 40, women, coaching, self love, value,

Today's episode is about modesty - should we focus on it? Should we even have "modesty standards?"    We discuss how focusing on this is focusing on the wrong thing and actually keeps people stuck. When we focus on a micro point instead of a macro value and then try to project it onto others as their responsibility to follow it in order for me to be healthy, we are missing the mark.   Alternatively - what does healing and freedom really look like? What if we raise a new generation of children who are taught how to value themselves and others? This shift can prevent and resolve many issues just by learning how to love ourselves and love others.   Previous episodes that are similar: Episode 127: noticing vs Arousal: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/recoveru-betrayal-trauma-betrayal-recovery-porn-addiction/id1674653111?i=1000720874791   Episode 128: Is attraction the same as lusting?: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/recoveru-betrayal-trauma-betrayal-recovery-porn-addiction/id1674653111?i=1000721175129   Episode 138:  Where Modesty Culture Goes Wrong: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/recoveru-betrayal-trauma-betrayal-recovery-porn-addiction/id1674653111?i=1000731965520   ***   If  would like to connect with Kylene for 1:1 coaching support, please click this link and book a free connection call: https://p.bttr.to/3ttk0Ql   Learn more at www.RecoverUcoaching.com   Check out the What's NEXT course for newly betrayed partners:  https://recoverucoaching.com/whats-next-course     Submit Questions and Feedback to the RecoverU podcast here: https://forms.gle/uww5sWK1WP8T8dbc8    Join the free RecoverU Facebook page for betrayed partners: www.facebook.com/groups/recoveru2    Resources for Healing: https://recoverucoaching.com/resources 

Today Alyson and I talk about how sex in the real world can often become awkward or mechanical. We explore why striving to meet expectations kills the mood and why amplifying desire might require you to do the exact opposite of what you think.   https://www.thenewmanpodcast.com/2026/08/low-arousal   COACHING   → To learn more about coaching with Tripp Lanier visit https://TrippLanier.com → To learn more about working with Alyson Lanier visit https://AlysonLanier.com   BOOK   → We live in a world with more possibilities than ever before. So why do most men settle for lackluster, cookie-cutter lives that leave them feeling stuck, drained, and uninspired? “This Book Will Make You Dangerous” is a guide for the rare, few men who refuse to sleepwalk through life. → Visit https://TrippLanier.com/book

Are we addressing sexual health in clinical practice? On this episode of BackTable Women's Health, host Dr. Nicole Faulkner is joined by Dr. Christine Vaccaro, a double board-certified urogynecologist and sexual medicine specialist, to discuss the evaluation and care of women's sexual health concerns. They highlight the importance of open conversations, patient empowerment, and a multidisciplinary approach to support well-being and improve quality of life. --- Get the BackTable apphttps://www.backtable.com/app --- Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction04:01 - What Is Sexual Medicine07:58 - Understanding Libido, Arousal, and GSM15:54 - Clinic Visit Structure and Patient Counseling19:17 - Clitoral Exam, Adhesions, and Anatomy Education28:17 - Addressing Stigma, Patient Education, and Myths32:03 - Tools for Patient Empowerment: Apps and Self-Examination39:55 - In-Office Procedures, Pain Mapping, and Hormonal Considerations46:37 - Managing Complex Cases and Multidisciplinary Collaboration53:47 - Closing Remarks --- More about this episode The conversation explores practical strategies for evaluating and managing issues such as libido, arousal, orgasm, and sexual pain, with a focus on genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) and clitoral anatomy. Dr. Vaccaro shares her approach to assessing clitoral adhesions, pelvic pain, and hormonal changes, as well as effective ways to educate patients about anatomy and self-examination. They discuss the importance of reducing stigma, addressing misconceptions, and using a multidisciplinary approach to improve patient outcomes. The episode also highlights the role of clinician training, patient-centered counseling, and collaborative care in supporting women's sexual health across the lifespan. --- Resources International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health: https://www.isswsh.org/ Female Orgasmic Disorder: Current Understanding and Clinical Management: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42314165/ OMGyes: https://www.omgyes.com/join You Are Not Broken by Dr. Kelly Casperson: https://kellycaspersonmd.com/you-are-not-broken-book/ Retrospective Study of the Prevalence and Risk Factors of Clitoral Adhesions: Women's Health Providers Should Routinely Examine the Glans Clitoris - https://academic.oup.com/smoa/article/6/2/115/6956478?login=false Clitoral Adhesiolysis: Technique and Patient Selection - https://www.vjsm.info/videos/all/clitoral-adhesiolysis-technique-and-patient-selection Female Orgasmic Disorder: Current Understanding and Clinical Management - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42314165/ --- BackTable Women's Health is the go-to podcast for gynecologists, gynecologic surgeons, and other healthcare professionals focused on women's health. Download the free BackTable app to get early access to new episodes, cases, and courses curated by physicians in your specialty. ► https://www.backtable.com/app

You've probably heard of the fear responses fight, flight, and freeze — but have you ever heard of flop, fawn, and fracture? In this episode, you'll learn about the six main types of autonomic arousal, which Dr. Nicole calls the F6: fight, flight, freeze, flop, fawn, and fracture. By the end, you'll have a clearer understanding of how fear shows up in the body — and practical tips for what to do based on your response type.   Learn more about F6 in Panic Proof by Dr. Nicole Cain www.PanicProof.com   Nicole Cain, ND, MA, is an Arizona Naturopathic Physician and clinical psychotherapist specializing in integrative, holistic mental and emotional health care.   --- Additional Resources:

In this solo episode, Coleman Ayers challenges the basketball world's obsession — and oversimplification — of pre-practice and pre-game warm-ups, arguing the term itself undersells what those first 10-15 minutes can accomplish. Coleman makes the case for reframing "warm-ups" as "primers," explaining that language shapes how coaches, players, and parents perceive and invest in that time. He breaks priming down into three distinct categories — resistance, coordination, and cognition — and unpacks the neuroscience behind each one.Coleman walks through why resistance-based primers (like partner pushing battles) trigger a fight-or-flight response that gets athletes physically primed far faster than traditional jogging or static stretching, why coordination-based primers should feel intentionally awkward to activate the cerebellum's prediction-error system, and why cognitive primers — built around decision-making and dual-task loading — tune athletes' focus rather than just their arousal. He closes by tying all three together through the lens of the inverted-U arousal curve, offering coaches a practical framework for dosing primers based on the task, the athlete, and whether it's a practice day or a game day.Timestamps00:00 – Intro and rant on the word "warm-ups" 00:42 – Why "primer" is a better term than "warm-up" 01:50 – Language matters: primer vs. warm-up connotations 03:05 – Limitations of the standard dynamic warm-up 04:28 – Introducing the three primer categories: resistance, coordination, cognition 05:26 – Category 1: Resistance primers explained 06:13 – The science: threat signal and adrenal response 07:25 – Why the body reacts to force, not social framing 09:05 – Habituation and the need for novelty 09:37 – Instability and unpredictability vs. static resistance tools 11:26 – Time efficiency of resistance-based priming 12:55 – Long-term training effects of resistance primers 14:03 – Intermuscular coordination under unpredictable load 14:51 – Arousal as an inverted U: matching primer type to task 17:06 – Practical guidance: dosage on game days vs. practice days 18:04 – Category 2: Coordination primers explained 19:17 – Co-contractions and the "parking brake" effect 20:55 – Reciprocal inhibition and rhythmic movement 21:31 – The cerebellum as a forward-prediction model 23:41 – Why awkwardness is the sign of a good coordination primer 24:31 – Analogy: driving a familiar route vs. a new one 25:39 – Practical coordination primer examples 26:45 – Category 3: Cognitive primers explained 27:31 – The locus coeruleus and "tuning the radio" analogy 28:59 – Decision points and why most warm-ups skip them 29:29 – Dual-task loading as a diagnostic and training tool 32:16 – Individualizing primers by athlete archetype 33:00 – Closing thoughts and where to learn moreResources & LinksFree Resources: https://byanymeanscoaches.com/resources BAM Coaches Platform: https://platform.byanymeanscoaches.com/#/platform Books: https://byanymeanscoaches.com/blueprint-bookIf you enjoyed this episode, here's three more that we think you may like!The Science Behind How We ACTUALLY Learn Another Coleman solo deep dive into the neuroscience of motor learning — pairs naturally with the cerebellum/prediction-error concepts covered in the coordination primer section. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1911095/episodes/19384708What Science Says About Shooting Through Fatigue Coleman breaks down a research study on how fatigue disrupts coordination and timing — a direct extension of the coordination-primer science in this episode. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1911095/episodes/19032348Degrees of Freedom: The Hidden Key to Better Basketball Coaching A Coleman solo episode on motor learning and coordination that complements the "freezing/unfreezing" ideas touched on in the coordination primer discussion. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1911095/episodes/19111236

About This Episode: Sharry Flett has spent 34 seasons at the Shaw Festival - long enough to have watched the company evolve through three artistic directors, raise a daughter who appeared on its stages, and welcome back former students she once coached as the people now directing her. In this conversation with host Phil Rickaby, Sharry reflects on what keeps drawing her back to Niagara-on-the-Lake, and what it felt like to walk into rehearsals for Wind in the Willows and find Fiona Sauder, André Morin, and fight director Jack Davidson Rennie - all artists she had mentored at George Brown College, now in positions of leadership. This episode explores: What it was like for Sharry to be directed by three former students she had coached at George Brown College; and how she navigated that full-circle moment Playing Rat in Wind in the Willows: how the original Kenneth Grahame book shaped her approach to the character Why performing for children demands complete honesty and commitment; and how that discipline serves actors in any room The Shaw Festival under three artistic directors: Christopher Newton, Jackie Maxwell, and Tim Carroll, and how the ensemble ethos has remained constant through each Sharry's path from medicine to music to theatre, including the moment picking up a flute sent electricity through her arm The importance of teaching; and what Sharry gains from students when she brings Shaw's language alive in the room And much more! Guest: Sharry Flett SHAW 2026: Funny Girl, The Wind in the Willows; 34th season. FOR THE SHAW: Anything Goes, May I Have The Pleasure?, My Fair Lady, The Secret Garden, The Apple Cart, The Clearing, The Doctor's Dilemma, Everybody, Cyrano de Bergerac, Man and Superman, Me and My Girl, Uncle Vanya, The Philadelphia Story, Enchanted April, Lady Windermere's Fan, Come Back Little Sheba, Maria Severa, Age of Arousal, Sunday in the Park with George, The Little Foxes, Getting Married, The Magic Fire, Major Barbara, The Autumn Garden, Floyd Collins, Misalliance, Rebecca, Joy, The Seagull, Hedda Gabler, Berkeley Square. (Selected Credits) ELSEWHERE: leading roles in theatres across Canada, including Katherine in The Taming of the Shrew, Miranda in The Tempest, Stratford Festival. FILM/TELEVISION: Grey Gardens, Shades of Black, Full House with Sharry Flett, Jane of Lantern Hill. AWARDS: Gemini nominations (best actress), War Brides and Suicide Murders, CBC; Paul Reynolds award, Shaw Festival; Tyrone Guthrie award, Stratford Festival. TEACHING: Shaw Festival, National Theatre School, George Brown Theatre School, Queen's University, University of Toronto, Brock University. Subscribe & Follow:

What I Discussed With Dr Arthur Burnett...- Why the pill has never once started an erection, and what that means for the nights it did nothing- The name he would give erectile dysfunction if he could rename it tomorrow- What his lab found when they went looking for the same response in women- Why the men who most want the pill to work are the ones it helps least- What he thinks of a prescription that takes four clicks and no conversation- The sentence surgeons skip before a prostatectomy, and why he takes the blame for it- What he does when he finds his own name on a supplement bottle- What he refuses to write a prescription for, no matter who is askingChapters00:00 – Intro & Sponsor Spotlight (https://www.ohmibod.com/) 00:26 – Redefining Intimacy After 50: Welcoming Johns Hopkins Urologist Dr. Arthur Burnett 01:33 – Is Erectile Dysfunction Inevitable? Why Unreliable Erections Don't Mean the End of Your Sex Life 02:18 – The Real Science Behind Viagra: What a Pioneering Researcher Wants Men to Know 04:29 – The Hidden Danger of Quick-Fix Online Prescriptions & Skipping Root Causes 07:24 – Removing the Shame: Why Men Must Stop Suffering in Silence 08:30 – Erectile Dysfunction as an Early Warning Sign for Heart & Vascular Health 10:19 – Does Viagra Work for Women? The Truth About Female Clitoral Blood Flow 12:31 – Sponsor Spotlight (GITM Playbook) 13:10 – Why the Blue Pill Doesn't Work Without Mind-Body Synergy 16:23 – Rethinking Performance: Shifting Focus Beyond Penetrative Sex 17:06 – The Unspoken Trauma: What Doctors Often Miss in Prostate Cancer Care 19:39 – Innovations in Prostate Surgery: Preserving Nerve Function & Recovery 20:58 – Post-Surgery Rehabilitation: Do Vacuum Pumps & Therapy Devices Actually Work? 22:29 – How to Talk to Your Partner About Sexual Decline Without Losing Attraction 23:33 – Lifestyle Habits That Naturally Improve Blood Flow & Performance 24:30 – Nitric Oxide Supplements: Separating Hype from Real Medical Science 28:01 – Authentic Health: Ditching the “Marlboro Man” Myth & Taking Charge Show NotesMost men over 50 assume their erections changed because they got older. Dr Arthur Burnett has spent forty years trying to tell them otherwise, and for most of those years he has been shouting into the wind.In this episode I'm joined by Dr Arthur Burnett, a urologist at Johns Hopkins, where he has worked for more than four decades. His laboratory did the discovery work in the late 1980s that made the blue pills possible. So I opened by asking him whether he regrets what men have done with them since.Two of the men I loved died. Both of them started here, and I read it as age. One had diabetes and told me flatly that the pill wasn't working, and I believed him. Dr Burnett listened to that story and told me what had been going on inside that man's body while I was busy blaming the wrong thing entirely.He is just as blunt about his own profession. He has watched surgeons treat the cancer and skip the man, and he does not exempt himself from it.There is no shame in this conversation and no bravado either. If your erections have changed and you have been waiting quietly for them to sort themselves out, this is the episode that tells you what you are actually waiting on.Listen, learn and enjoy.Key Takeaways- The oral medications release the brakes on an erection. They cannot start one. Arousal has to be driven from the brain and the body first, which is why a man can take the pill, feel nothing, and wrongly conclude he is finished.- Dr Burnett would call it penile vascular dysfunction. An erection runs on blood vessels, nerves and hormones, the same system that runs the heart, and it usually falters before anything else does.- His lab found the same nitric oxide response in clitoral tissue. The mechanics are close to identical, but female arousal involves hormones and other factors, so one pill was never going to be the answer.- Diabetes damages nerve and blood vessel tissue and behaves in the body almost like premature ageing. These men need more stimulus to drive the response, and the drugs work measurably less well for them.- The online questionnaire skips the health workup. Erectile dysfunction should send a man for a full check, and Dr Burnett calls home delivery without a clinician an unfortunate development in his field.- Nerve sparing surgery lifted recovery rates above zero. Surgeons now map the nerve pathways during the operation, man by man, though the results are still not where he wants them.- He has little faith in nitric oxide supplements and has found his own name on products he knew nothing about. His position comes from society guidelines rather than his own opinion.- Sleep, weight, smoking, movement, stress, cardiovascular health, checkups. He will not be asked for a miracle by a man smoking three packs a day, and says this layer comesAbout the GuestArthur L. “Bud” Burnett II, MD, MBA, FACS, is a globally recognized Johns Hopkins urologist, researcher, Viagra Pioneer, and educator whose pioneering work in men's health and erectile function has transformed care worldwide.About SuzanneSuzanne Noble is a sex and relationship expert, author, and host of the Sex Advice for Seniors podcast, one of the top-rated shows empowering people 50+ to embrace confident, joyful intimacy. Known for her candid, warm, and often humorous approach, Suzanne challenges age-related taboos, misinformation, and awkward conversations about sex after 50. She helps millions around the world navigate their sexual lives with pleasure, connection, and self-assurance. Because life is too short for bad sex... or silence about it.Connect With SuzanneInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexadviceforseniorsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sexadviceforseniorsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sexadviceforseniorsSubstack: https://www.sexadviceforseniors.comConnect with Dr Arthur BurnettWebsite https://drarthurburnett.com/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dr.arthurburnett/YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DrArthurBurnettFacebook https://www.facebook.com/DrArthurLBurnett/Want More?Visit the Website: https://sexadviceforseniors.com — includes FREE guides and resources for better sex at any age.Free Downloadable Guide: 10 Most Overlooked Secrets to Better Sex PDF: https://subscribepage.io/suzannenoblefreebieSign Up for My FREE Newsletter: https://sexadviceforseniors.comOvercome Erectile Dysfunction & Stay Firm: https://www.stayfirmprogram.comCheck Out My Storefront for Better Sex: https://zaap.bio/stayfirmInterested in 1:1 Coaching or Custom Sex Advice for Seniors Sessions? https://tidycal.com/suzannenoble/30-minute-mentoringRelated EpisodesThe Hidden Habits Destroying Men's Erections | ft. 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Sexual wellness isn't just about connection; it's a measurable driver of how long and how well you live. This episode reveals why intimacy and longevity are more linked than most people realize, and why so many couples never get the memo.Host Jenn Trepeck sits down with intimacy expert Susan Bratton to explore orgasmic intimacy, hormone health, and the science of pleasure and desire. Together they unpack why pleasure-based sex education for women is missing from most conversations, and how safe communication rebuilds connection at any age.What You Will Learn in This Episode:✅ Why desire and arousal are different from libido, and how each one affects your sex life differently✅ How oxytocin and skin-to-skin contact lower stress and support the immune system✅ Why bedroom communication is the foundation of a sex life that keeps improving with age✅ How GLP-1 medications are impacting libido, body image, and intimacy for many couplesThe Salad With a Side of Fries podcast, hosted by Jenn Trepeck, explores real-life wellness and weight-loss topics, debunking myths, misinformation, and flawed science surrounding nutrition and the food industry. Let's dive into real-life wellness and weight loss, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.TIMESTAMPS:00:00 Jenn introduces the episode's focus on sexual health and its connection to longevity later in life03:58 Susan Bratton shares her personal story and path into sex education08:49 Why intimacy and desire fall off the radar as couples age18:28 The link between orgasmic intimacy and health span23:00 How blood flow drives pleasure and physical sensation26:30 The hormone cascade, including oxytocin, released during intimacy31:10 Why bedroom communication must come before technique38:06 Tools listeners can use for libido, desire and arousal42:09 Susan explains the oxytocin yogurt and its role in hormone health48:00 How GLP-1 medications are changing libido and body imageKEY TAKEAWAYS:

Have you ever stopped yourself from feeling close to your spouse because you were worried about where it might lead? In this episode, I explore why arousal, or what the ancient Greeks called Eros, is about so much more than sex. I talk about how learning to experience desire without pressure or expectation can create deeper trust, stronger emotional connection, and a more vibrant marriage. If you've ever felt like affection automatically comes with an agenda, this episode will help you discover how allowing Eros to simply exist can transform both your relationship and your intimate connection.

Welcome to the Two Hundred & Twenty Fifth Edition of The Chronicles of Podcast! After a short hiatus we are back for edition #225 of The Chronicles of Podcast, We start off this weeks edition with a chapter from The Book of Gina G. We start the funnies with the story of a crowd member being "caught short" at a Devilskin concert. We talk about the masters of drive-thru metal Mac Sabbath. We discuss the new Viagra product - Viagra Melts and Jamie tells Tom all about Babs Daitch a lady from San Francisco who won a 'Lesbian Pie Eating' contest with a technique that just needs to be seen! We also bring back our regular segments including Tom's Journal where Tom reads out the funniest things he has found online this week, our Single of the Week segment featuring two brand new music releases we think deserve your attention and Jamie's Audience Participation Challenge where this week we ask 'If you could choose the voice of your inner monologue, who would it be?' Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Low libido in women is often blamed on stress, aging, or relationship problems, but changes in desire may begin years before menopause and can involve hormones, medications, pain, sleep, blood flow, and the difference between spontaneous and responsive desire.  Dr. Natalie Crawford sits down with board-certified urologist Dr. Kelly Casperson, author of “You Are Not Broken” and “The Menopause Moment,” to explain why women may stop wanting sex, how testosterone and estrogen affect sexual health, and what to discuss with a clinician when something feels different. They also examine birth control and SSRI side effects, hormone therapy, vaginal estrogen, and why women's sexual health deserves greater attention. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00 Why Women Can Lose Desire Before Menopause 02:10 Can Your Hormones Change While You Still Have a Period? 03:38 Why Testosterone Matters in Women 05:41 Can Birth Control Lower Your Libido? 08:04 How Estrogen Affects Desire, Arousal, and Vaginal Health 10:02 What Does Low Libido Actually Mean? 10:56 When Low Libido Is Really Painful Sex 13:15 Spontaneous vs. Responsive Desire 15:25 Are You Having Sex Worth Desiring? 16:53 What Causes Arousal Problems in Women? 17:20 How SSRIs Can Affect Sexual Function 17:50 How Couples Can Navigate Mismatched Sex Drives 21:05 Why Perimenopause Can Make You Feel Unlike Yourself 21:24 How Sleep, Estrogen, and Progesterone Affect Desire 21:50 Testosterone's Role in the Brain, Mood, and Motivation 24:40 How Is Testosterone Prescribed to Women? 27:15 What Happens When Testosterone Is Too High? 30:30 Can Testosterone Affect More Than Libido? 32:00 Testosterone, Wound Healing, and Bone Health 33:25 Could Testosterone Support Hip-Fracture Recovery? 34:00 Can Hormone Therapy Still Help Women Over 60? 36:00 Systemic vs. Vaginal Estrogen 37:00 Why Hormone Treatment May Begin Before Menopause 39:55 Can You Get Pregnant During Perimenopause? 41:41 When Vaginal Estrogen May Help 46:12 How to Talk to Your Doctor About Hormones 48:25 Where to Find Dr. Kelly Casperson GUEST RESOURCES:Website: https://kellycaspersonmd.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellycaspersonmdPodcast: https://kellycaspersonmd.com/you-are-not-broken-podcastYou Are Not Broken: https://kellycaspersonmd.com/you-are-not-broken-bookThe Menopause Moment: https://kellycaspersonmd.com/the-menopause-moment-book AS A WOMAN WITH DR. NATALIE CRAWFORD: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLveZDgg3_HZ9m7Wy3C6Vvyrj_NtEOwj_l  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/as-a-woman/id1449553339  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/12IYOLH9liu60gk5D0bRPk  HOST RESOURCES: Order The Fertility Formula: https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/book  Newsletter: https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/newsletter  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliecrawfordmd  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NatalieCrawfordMD  Become a patient: https://www.forafertility.com  Earn FREE CE/CME: https://learnatpinnacle.com/education  This episode is brought to you by The Pinnacle Podcast Network. ABOUT DR. NATALIE CRAWFORD: Natalie Crawford, MD, is a double board-certified OB/GYN and reproductive endocrinologist, co-founder of Fora Fertility, and author of The Fertility Formula. She helps women understand their hormones, fertility, and reproductive health so they can make informed decisions about their bodies. Disclaimer: Natalie Crawford, MD, is a doctor, but she is not your doctor. This content is for general education and is not a substitute for individualized medical care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Jay Gunkelman has read more than half a million brain scans — so when Joshua Moore hands him a blind EEG with no history and no chart, it takes about 70 seconds. The brain in front of him is drifting into stage-one drowsiness with the eyes still open, and Jay calls it cold: a primary disorder of vigilance. Host Pete Jansons walks through it with him frame by frame — eyes open and eyes closed — so you can watch the read happen in real time.Along the way: why arousal and vigilance are NOT the same thing (and why an amphetamine is the wrong tool), what "highway hypnosis" actually is at the level of the EEG, why your Oura ring can flag hypoxia but can't tell you if it's central or obstructive, and the lost art of reading 100 paper EEGs a day with a pencil so you don't get paper cuts. Plus Joshua Moore's Brain Bar intro to QEEG phenotypes.

In this episode of The Light Inside, host Jeffrey Besecker delves into the complexities of reactivity in parenting, focusing on arousal misattribution and how it impacts the parent-child dynamic. He discusses how a parent's emotional responses can often misinterpret a child's behavior due to early developmental experiences, unmet needs, and role pressures. The conversation explores the critical juncture where parents may mistakenly attribute their feelings of urgency, shame, or overwhelm to their child's actions, rather than recognizing the broader context. This episode offers valuable insights for both clinicians and parents, providing tools to foster healthier, more compassionate relationships within families. Tune in to explore these themes and more on The Light Inside.Timestamps00:00:00 - Introduction to The Light Inside Podcast00:00:11 - Understanding Behavior in Context00:00:22 - Parental Reactivity and Child Behavior00:00:32 - Early Developmental Structures00:00:44 - Clinician's Role in Parental Reactivity00:00:54 - Identifying Organizational Hinges00:01:16 - Exploring Reactivity in Parenting00:02:32 - Returning to Parenting Discussion00:02:43 - Parental Urgency and Child Behavior00:03:04 - Developmental Patterns in Parenting00:03:25 - Clinical Alliance in Parenting00:03:36 - Introduction of Jen Lumanlon00:04:09 - Jen Lumanlon's Background00:04:28 - Jen's Approach to Trauma-Informed Intervention00:05:44 - Client Models and Interactions00:06:04 - Concrete Examples in Parenting00:06:38 - Addressing Older Children00:07:00 - Parental Arousal and Child Behavior00:07:41 - Distinguishing Between Triggered and Flooded00:08:14 - Exploring Parental Reactions00:09:35 - Parental Attribution of Child Behavior00:10:06 - Role of Therapy in Parental Coaching00:11:01 - Client Alliance and Rupture Repair Cycle00:11:23 - Parental Body State as a Clinical Cue00:11:53 - Treating Parental Arousal00:12:03 - Specific Incident Exploration00:13:07 - Identifying Recurring Patterns00:14:10 - Early Developmental Patterns00:14:32 - Parental Attribution and Child Behavior00:15:25 - Testing Arousal Representation00:16:07 - Constructing Emotions00:16:57 - Creating Meaning from Parental Reactions00:18:20 - Arousal and Attribution00:19:15 - Parental Internal State Attribution00:20:06 - Self-Compassion in Parenting00:21:09 - Identifying Successful Responses00:22:10 - Parental Role Reversal00:23:15 - Tracking Parental Body Language00:24:06 - Creating a Meaningful Narrative00:25:00 - Needs-Based Framework in Parenting00:26:11 - Meeting Both Parent and Child Needs00:27:11 - Connecting with Self and Others00:28:28 - Experimenting with Strategies00:30:04 - Decoupling Safety from Control00:31:00 - Pausing to Reflect00:32:02 - Avoiding Catastrophizing00:33:58 - Offering Choices and Agency00:35:06 - Recognizing Unconscious Coercion00:36:08 - Parental Authority and Autonomy00:37:01 - Resistance as a Signal00:38:59 - Child's Experience of Agency00:40:01 - Developmental Phases and Autonomy00:41:14 - Safety and Autonomy00:42:29 - Iterative Experiments in Parenting00:44:03 - Raising Needs-Aware Children00:45:09 - Grandparenting Perspective00:46:05 - Developmental Expectations and BiasesFive key takeaways 1. Arousal is data, not proof.A parent's tightening throat, stomach tension, shame, or urgency matters, but it does not automatically prove that the child is causing the distress.2. The child may be the contact point, not the cause.3. The clinical question is not “How do we fix the child?”4. Needs create a cleaner pathway than scripts.5. Agency must be real, not performed.CreditsHost: Jeffrey BeseckerGuest:Jen LumanlanExecutive Program Director: Anna GetzProduction Team: Aloft Media GroupMusic: Courtesy of Aloft Media GroupConnect with host Jeffrey Besecker on LinkedIn.

In this bonus episode of the Please Me Podcast, Eve sits down with Robert Johnson from Shameless Care to explore women's sexuality, low sexual desire, female arousal, and the science behind sexual wellness. Together, they discuss new approaches to supporting women's sexual health, including a medication option featuring tadalafil, oxytocin, and apomorphine. Robert explains how tadalafil may support physical arousal through blood flow, how oxytocin is associated with connection and bonding, and how apomorphine works with brain pathways involved in arousal and desire. Eve and Robert explore the relationship between the brain, body, intimacy, and sexuality—opening up an important conversation about women's libido, desire, sexual confidence, and the many factors that influence arousal. This episode is an educational conversation about women's sexual wellness and emerging treatment options. It is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider to determine what options may be appropriate for you. Connect with Robert Johnson:Shameless Care Shameless Desire- Shameless Care Coupon code: pleaseme Connect with Eve:Please Me Podcast Affiliates  - Please Me!

The antidote to a boring sex life isn't trying harder, it's trying something new together — Take the quiz at arya.fyi and use code: TRUTH15 for 15% off their guided intimacy subscription at https://arya.fyi/start?rfsn=8333683.c9f861In Part 2 of my conversation with Sabrina Johnson, founder, president, and CEO of Daré Bioscience (NASDAQ: DARE), we get into everything we didn't have time for in Part 1 — starting with the practical questions every woman actually wants answered about Dare to Play.We talk about how to use the sildenafil cream (where to apply it, what it feels like, and yes — what it tastes like if oral sex is on the table).Then we go wide. Sabrina walks me through the full Daré pipeline: Dare to Reclaim, a once-a-month vaginal ring delivering both progesterone and estradiol together (coming next year as a compounded prescription); a non-hormonal tamoxifen vaginal insert in development for breast cancer survivors who can't take estrogen; and Dare to Restore FloraSync LF5, a clinically studied vaginal probiotic launching this quarter.We also get into one of the most important consumer conversations I've had on this show: the truth about compounding. Compounded doesn't mean better — and Sabrina breaks down exactly what to ask when your doctor prescribes something, including whether the actual formula (not just the ingredient) has been clinically studied and published.And she closes with something I wasn't expecting — an invitation for anyone to invest in Daré Bioscience for as little as $250. Because if only 1% of healthcare dollars go to women's health, maybe it's time women funded it themselves.In This Episode:0:00 – Welcome Back & Part 1 Recap1:00 – How to Use Dare to Play: Where, How & What It Tastes Like4:00 – How Long Do the Effects Last?6:00 – Why Sabrina Founded Daré Bioscience9:30 – Dare to Reclaim: Once-a-Month Vaginal Ring for Menopause13:30 – A Non-Hormonal Solution for Breast Cancer Survivors16:00 – The Truth About Compounded Medications20:30 – How to Spot Junk Science & Ask Better Questions22:30 – Dare to Restore: Clinically Studied Vaginal Probiotic25:00 – Invest in Women's Health: Daré's Public Offering26:40 – Wrap UpAbout The Guest:Sabrina Martucci Johnson is a seasoned life sciences executive and passionate advocate for women's health innovation. As Founder, President,and Chief Executive Officer of Daré Bioscience, Inc. (NASDAQ: DARE), she leads a purpose-driven biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and commercializing novel, differentiated products for women. Under her leadership, Daré advances a diverse pipeline spanning contraception, fertility,menopause, sexual health, and vaginal health, with the goal of accelerating access to important therapies. Her leadership has been honored by Ernst &Young Entrepreneur of the Year (Pacific Southwest Region), Fierce Pharma'sMost Influential People in Biopharma, and inclusion on the Medicine MakerPower List and Endpoints Women in Biopharma. Driven by the belief that women deserve better options, Ms. Johnson champions innovation to transform how women worldwide experience their health and well-being.Connect with Sabrina Johnson:Website: https://darebioscience.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/darebioscienceDARE to PLAY™ Sildenafil Cream: https://daretoplaybio.comInvest: https://darebioscience.com/fundingAbout The Host: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.Looking for some fresh perspective on sex in midlife? You can find me here:Email: karen@taboototruth.comWebsite: https://www.taboototruth.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taboototruthYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@taboototruthpodcastSubstack: https://karenbigman.substack.comLINKS, EXCLUSIVE VIP DISCOUNTS, COURSES & FREEBIES

Four of the presenters from the upcoming one day conference, Arousal Modulation: Building a Clear-Headed Dog!, join me for a conversation about how arousal works, why it's not all good or all bad, and what handlers who have dogs that tend toward overarousal should stop doing... then what they should start doing instead. 

Is modern wellness actually making us healthier... or just more anxious? Are peptides like BPC-157 and TB-500 safe? Can I be aroused if I have low libido? Double board-certified physician associate Ashley Madsen is here to give one of the most refreshingly honest conversations on modern health, longevity, hormones, peptides, nervous system regulation, and the growing culture of optimization. She explains why social media has turned wellness into a full-time job, why personalized medicine matters more than following influencers, and why emotional health may be the missing foundation beneath nearly every aspect of physical performance. Ashley also delivers one of the clearest explanations you'll hear on peptides like BPC-157 and TB-500, hormone replacement therapy, libido as a vital health marker, wearable technology, nervous system regulation, nitric oxide, cardiovascular health, and why many people are chasing expensive biohacks while neglecting the fundamentals that truly move the needle. Follow Ashley @ashleymadsenofficial Follow Chase @chase_chewning -----   00:00 Intro 00:03 Welcome Ashley Madsen 01:12 Is the Wellness Industry Making Us Less Healthy? 06:36 The Morning Habit That Changes Everything 09:32 Is Wellness Just Masked Insecurity? 14:19 Sponsor: KetoneIQ 15:38 Sponsor: 38TERA Gut Health 17:05 Are Hormones Really the Problem? 21:03 Why More Lab Testing Isn't Always Better 24:12 The Truth About Peptides 28:57 BPC-157 Explained 36:50 How Long Does BPC-157 Actually Take to Work? 40:18 How to Buy Peptides Safely 44:05 What Does "Regulating Your Nervous System" Actually Mean? 47:32 Ashley's Favorite Stress-Reduction Tools 52:18 Why Libido Is One of Your Most Important Health Markers 56:20 Erectile Dysfunction Could Predict Heart Disease 01:00:19 How Often Should Healthy Couples Have Sex? 01:03:18 Nitric Oxide, Blood Flow & Longevity 01:05:18 Why Women Need Estrogen 01:07:30 Most Overrated Wellness Trend of 2026 01:10:20 The Most Underrated Habit for Better Health 01:10:33 One Supplement You're Probably Wasting Money On 01:12:25 The First Thing Everyone Should Do Every Morning 01:14:08 What Does "Ever Forward" Mean to Ashley? ----- Episode resoures: EnergyBits - Support cellular energy naturally with algae packed full of bioavailable nutrients. Save 20% using code EVERFORWARD at https://www.EnergyBits.com  KetoneIQ - Support mental clarity, focus and sustained energy with ketone shots. Save 30% at https://www.Ketone.com/chasechewning 38TERA - Science-backed gut health support formulated with Dr. Will Bulsiewicz. Save 33% on your first order at https://www.38Terra.com/everforward 

Why do women stop wanting sex? Why is it so hard to recapture the intoxicating desire of those wonderful early weeks and months of your relationship? Irene Fehr has spent a decade working with couples as a sex and intimacy coach. Her specialty is women's libido and sexual desire in long-term relationships. In this episode Andrew and Irene discuss the nature of desire. Unless we understand what compels and creates desire at different life stages, we will not be able to create a passionate, connected sexual life that meets both partner's needs. As well as understanding desire, there are also practical steps you can take to rekindle your connection. Fencing off time away from your children (including the controversial act of locking the bedroom door) is key; as is taking small amounts of time each day (rather than weekly date nights) to spend in complete, uninterrupted togetherness.  And if you are one of our wonderful Apple, Spotify or Patreon paying subscribers, this week's bonus material sees Andrew and Irene discussing Seven Common Traps for Couples Making Love. Irene Fehr is a sex and intimacy coach. Her articles and advice on sex, female libido and sexual pleasure are regularly featured in publications including Huffington Post, Cosmopolitan and Thought Catalog.   If You're Looking for More…. You can subscribe to The Meaningful Life (via Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Podcasts) and hear a bonus mini-episode every week. Or you can join our Supporters Club on Patreon to also access exclusive behind-the-scenes content, fan requests  and the chance to ask Andrew your own questions. Membership starts at just £4.50.  This week supporters will hear: ⭐️Three things Irene Fehr knows to be true. ⭐️AND subscribers also access all of our previous bonus content - a rich trove of insight on love, life and meaning created by Andrew and his interviewees.   Follow Up Attend Andrew's mens's retreat near Berlin in June 2026: details here Get Andrew's free guide to difficult conversations with your partner: How to Tell Your Partner Difficult Things  Take a look at Andrew's new online relationship course: My Best Relationship Tools   Take Irene Fehr's free video course on How to Want to Have Sex Again  Learn more about Feed Your Libido, Irene Fehr's signature online program for women. Visit Irene Fehr's website Follow Irene Fehr on Twitter and YouTube @ignitedwoman  and on LinkedIn. Read the books discussed in this episode: Women's Anatomy of Arousal by Sherrie Winston, and The New Male Sexuality by Bernie Zilbergeld. Find out more about Betty Martin's Wheel of Consent  Listen to other The Meaningful Life episodes on sex and relationships: Tracey Cox on Great Sex After Fifty and Dr Terry Real on Five Traps that Undermine Your Love   Join our Supporters Club to access exclusive behind-the-scenes content, fan requests and the chance to ask Andrew your own questions. Membership starts at just £4.50. Andrew offers regular advice on love, marriage and finding meaning in your life via his social channels. Follow him on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube @andrewgmarshall 

Why do some people need emotional connection to feel desire, while others are more responsive to novelty, touch, or fantasy? And why can the exact same sexual experience feel exciting one day and flat the next? In this episode, we explore the five dimensions of desire and how understanding your arousal architecture can transform your sex life. I am joined once again by Kayna Cassard, a sex therapist, painful sex specialist, certified trauma therapist, and author of the book Arousal, Answered: An Expert's Guide to Authentic Pleasure and Liberating Sex. Her mission is to help others liberate themselves from outdated sexual scripts and empower them to rewrite their authentic sexual narratives. Some of the specific topics we explore in this episode include: What is the Arousal Architecture, and what does it reveal about desire? How do the five dimensions of arousal shape sexual desire? How can arousal needs shift across relationships and situations? How can understanding your arousal architecture improve your sex life? How do we separate what genuinely turns us on from what we think should turn us on? You can visit Kayna’s website to learn more about her work. Got a sex question? Send me a podcast voicemail to have it answered on a future episode at speakpipe.com/sexandpsychology. *** Thank you to our sponsors!  If you’re ready to ditch the shady stuff and choose a libido supplement that's effective and that you can feel confident about, it’s time to check out Drive Boost. Visit vb.health and use code JUSTIN for 10% off.  If you’re looking to gain a broad understanding of human sexuality or refresh your knowledge, check out the upcoming Human Sexuality Intensive courses at the Kinsey Institute: https://kinseyinstitute.org/learning/human-sexuality-intensive.html  *** Want to learn more about Sex and Psychology? Click here for previous articles or follow the blog on Facebook, Twitter, or Bluesky to receive updates. You can also follow Dr. Lehmiller on YouTube and Instagram. Listen and stream all episodes on Apple, Spotify, or Amazon. Subscribe to automatically receive new episodes and please rate and review the podcast! Credits: Precision Podcasting (Podcast editing) and Shutterstock/Florian (Music). Image created with Canva; photos used with permission of guest.

The Rebbe addresses feeling unmoved during learning and prayer, suggests studying Pokeach Ivrim for insight, and offers practical advice for dealing with distracting thoughts. He encourages seeking face-to-face guidance from a mashpia and provides direction regarding finding Sephardic tefillin. https://www.torahrecordings.com/rebbe/igroskodesh/008/001/2246

It's time to unlock your erotic potential with somatic psychotherapist and sex therapist Carly Mountain. She joins me to talk about her newest book, Untamed Pleasure: Unleash Your True Erotic Nature. Learn about embodied pleasure, why women need relaxed arousal, and how the cervix can be a powerful portal of orgasmic potential. Learn more about Carly MountainIn this episode:Embodiment and pleasureJust how much does frequency matterKeeping it hot in long term relationshipUntangling sexual shameWomen's Anatomy of Arousal  book reviewTips for multiple orgasmsORDER my Book: Permission for Pleasure: Tending Your Sexual GardenJOIN my Newsletter: Good Education for Good SexFOLLOW on Instagram @cindyscharkeyVISIT my website and blog

A lot of people think that if you’re attracted to someone, arousal should just naturally happen. But it’s not that simple. In this episode, we explore the science of sexual arousal, the many pathways through which desire can emerge, and how stress, trauma, burnout, and major life experiences can reshape our relationship with pleasure. My guest is Kayna Cassard, a sex therapist, painful sex specialist, certified trauma therapist, and author of the book Arousal, Answered: An Expert's Guide to Authentic Pleasure and Liberating Sex. Her mission is to help others liberate themselves from outdated sexual scripts and empower them to rewrite their authentic sexual narratives. Some of the specific topics we explore in this episode include: How can understanding the brain unlock more pleasure? Why is desire more complex than spontaneous vs. responsive? What role do stress, safety, and connection play in arousal? Why is it so hard to stay present during sex? How can becoming more embodied enhance desire? You can visit Kayna’s website to learn more about her work. Got a sex question? Send me a podcast voicemail to have it answered on a future episode at speakpipe.com/sexandpsychology. *** Thank you to our sponsors!  If you’re ready to ditch the shady stuff and choose a libido supplement that's effective and that you can feel confident about, it’s time to check out Drive Boost. Visit vb.health and use code JUSTIN for 10% off.  Passionate about building a career in sexuality? Check out the Sexual Health Alliance. With SHA, you’ll connect with world-class experts and join an engaged community of sexuality professionals from around the world. Visit SexualHealthAlliance.com and start building the sexuality career of your dreams today. *** Want to learn more about Sex and Psychology? Click here for previous articles or follow the blog on Facebook, Twitter, or Bluesky to receive updates. You can also follow Dr. Lehmiller on YouTube and Instagram. Listen and stream all episodes on Apple, Spotify, or Amazon. Subscribe to automatically receive new episodes and please rate and review the podcast! Credits: Precision Podcasting (Podcast editing) and Shutterstock/Florian (Music). Image created with Canva; photos used with permission of guest.

Why is it that an ephemeral arrangement of sounds can move us to tears, while the exact same sequence might sound like chaotic noise to someone from another culture?Reader in Cognitive Science at Queen Mary University of London and Honorary Professor of Neuroscience at Aarhus University, Dr. Marcus Pearce joins host PJ Wehry to discuss the overlooked significance of our brain's probabilistic predictions.Dr. Pearce explores the computational mysteries of how we process sound in his book, Learning to Listen, Listening to Learn: Music Perception and the Psychology of Enculturation. They examine how our pleasure in music stems from an ingrained psychological drive to predict the future, and how understanding this can help us map out cultural evolution.In this conversation they explore:How our brains act as statistical prediction machines, constantly building internal models to anticipate the next note for an evolutionary survival advantage.The surprising realization that the perception of consonance and dissonance is not biologically universal, as shown by differing reactions in cultures like the Chimane of Bolivia.Why the pleasure we derive from music relies on an "inverted U-shaped" relationship, where a balance between predictable patterns and complex surprises maximizes our enjoyment.The use of interpretable probabilistic AI models, rather than "black box" neural networks, to better understand how a listener's perception matures within a musical tradition.How music acts as a safe training ground for humans to vicariously experience complex emotional states and hone cognitive processes without real-world risk.The role of cultural evolution in music, explaining why groundbreaking, highly complex composers like Stravinsky were initially rejected by audiences before eventually becoming standard repertoire.This is a conversation for anyone interested in cognitive science, evolutionary psychology, and musicology who wants to understand the biological weight behind our favorite songs and how we process the beautifully complex structures of human sound.Make sure to check out Dr. Pearce's book: Learning to Listen, Listening to Learn: Music Perception and the Psychology of Enculturation

In this episode of Reclaiming Catholic Intimacy, Ellen Holloway talks about what to do when sexual arousal shows up at the “wrong” time and why you do not need to panic or shame yourself for it. She shares such a gentle way to think about arousal instead of stuffing it down, especially if purity culture made you feel like sexual feelings were bad. ___________________________________Did we mention a book on this week's episode? Click here for our recommended books!Reach out at instagram.com/ellenholloway_/ or email us at info@vinesinfullbloom.com

Sixty Nine- Episode 69 of the All The Filthy Details Podcast Join us here for more exclusive quality content. www.patreon.com/Literallylovesick Includes 'Guilty' & 'Game, Sex & Match, Mixed Doubles' plus more... Book to look out for ... b3ta t35t1ng: (r1val5 : book one) (The R1VAL5 Chronicles 1) by Christian Pan amzn.eu/d/00kbYckI The spotlight features the following books... Arousal - by Christian Pan https://a.co/d/07ztv4QD https://x.com/Christian_Pan_ Sex on the Beach - By Steve Ciao https://www.literotica.com/s/sex-on-the-beach-46 https://x.com/SteveCiao1966 Station Flannan - by George Barret https://a.co/d/01sfBdcX https://x.com/BarretWriter Join Patreon for the audiobook and extras Join us here for more exclusive quality content. www.patreon.com/Literallylovesick

Women's sexual health is finally getting the attention it deserves—and one of the hottest topics right now is prescription “arousal cream,” often nicknamed “Scream Cream.” But do these creams actually work, or is social media hype outrunning the science? In this episode of Paloma's podcast, we break down what arousal creams are, how they're designed to increase blood flow and sensitivity, and why they may help some women while doing very little for others.You'll learn the critical difference between libido (mental desire) and arousal (the body's physical response), and why so many women in perimenopause, menopause, or with hypothyroidism experience changes in sensation, lubrication, orgasm, and sexual satisfaction. We explore the ingredients commonly found in compounded creams—including sildenafil, testosterone, and L-arginine—plus what current research says about their effectiveness, safety, and limitations.We also unpack the real-world experiences women are sharing online: for some, arousal creams feel life-changing; for others, they're disappointing or ineffective because the root cause wasn't addressed first. 

Your sex life doesn't need more performance, it needs more truth in the body. We sit down with Darshana Avila, a trauma-informed somatic educator and sexological bodyworker featured on Netflix's Sex, Love and Goop, to talk about what changes when you stop chasing “being good” and start building real connection to sensation, desire, and choice.We dig into erotic wholeness: Eros as sexuality and also as creativity, vitality, and life force. From shame to BDSM misconceptions to the idea behind Existential Kink, we explore how turn-ons can be complex, how aversion can shift in the right consensual container, and why “don't yuck another person's yum” is more than a cute phrase. Darshana also explains why so many people say “I don't know what I like,” and why that beginner's mind can be the most powerful place to start.Then we get practical about embodiment and nervous system regulation. We also talk about where tension can hide in the body and simple ways to reconnect through your senses in daily life.If this conversation opens something up for you share it with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find honest, body-based sex education.Send us Fan Mail Support the showThanks for listening!Check out this site for everthing to know about women's pleasure including video tutorials and great suggestions for bedroom time!!https://for-goodness-sake-omgyes.sjv.io/c/5059274/1463336/17315Take the happiness quiz from Oprah and Arthur Brooks here: https://arthurbrooks.com/buildNEW: Subscribe monthly: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1805181/support Email  questions/comments/feeback to tamara@straightfromthesourcesmouth.co Website: https://straightfromthesourcesmouthpod.net/Instagram: @fromthesourcesmouth_franktalkTwitter: @tamarapodcastYouTube and IG: Tamara_Schoon_comicWant to be a guest on Straight from the Source's Mouth: Frank Talk about Sex and Dating? Send Tamara Schoon a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17508659438808322af9d2077

Dr. Tami Rowen, renowned expert in sexual medicine and menopause, joins Dr. Rena Malik to discuss the neuroscience of female sexual desire, FDA-approved treatments, the impact of birth control on hormones, the difference between perimenopause and menopause, the role of testosterone and progesterone, and how to separate evidence from marketing in hormone therapy. They also address common myths, the importance of physical health, optimizing sexual wellness, and the critical role of relationships in long-term health and happiness. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: renamalik.supercast.com Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction00:02:22 Understanding Low Desire00:06:21 Diagnosing Sexual Desire Issues00:15:10 Arousal vs. Desire00:22:58 Treatment Options for Low Desire00:28:39 Testosterone Myths and Evidence00:38:44 Hormone Advice and Misinformation00:47:15 Hysterectomy and Sexual Function00:51:08 Birth Control and Perimenopause01:00:07 Bone Health and Hormones01:15:58 Progesterone's Role in the Body01:28:21 At-Home Cervical Screening01:32:42 Vitamin D, DHEA, and Supplements01:39:23 Rethinking Women's Sexual Health Become a Fora Advisor today at http://Foratravel.com/drmalik Stay connected with Dr. Tami Rowen on social media for daily insights and updates. Don't miss out—follow her now and check out these links! INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/drtamirowen/ Let's Connect!: WEBSITE: http://www.renamalikmd.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@RenaMalikMD INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/RenaMalikMD TWITTER: http://twitter.com/RenaMalikMD FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renadmalik PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/renamalikmd/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/RenaMalikMD ------------------------------------------------------ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this podcast is my personal opinion, and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

in this reflection I deal with repressed and complicated grief regarding Mother's Day. Supporting themes: Inhibited/ masked grief; hypo- arousal; Alexithymia; Analytical safety. Trigger warning: There is a lot of sadness and a noticeable state of crying. Listen with care. Typology: INTJ; Enneagram 8; ESFJ; Enneagram 1

Have you ever been having sex and suddenly your arousal just disappears? From this episode you'll gain a deeper understanding of how arousal and desire really work, as well as factors that influence it. You'll also learn three things research shows that long-term couples can do to experience sexual satisfaction as desire changes over time.Mentioned in this episode:Sex on the brainUnderstanding  sexual desire stylesPartner sexual desire discrepanciesHow curiosity fuels desireReclaim your arousal mindsetCommunity questions: arousal, role play and condoms3 tips for speeding up arousalORDER my Book: Permission for Pleasure: Tending Your Sexual GardenJOIN my Newsletter: Good Education for Good SexFOLLOW on Instagram @cindyscharkeyVISIT my website and blog

According to the newly-published Schaal-Zamo Compendium of Physiological Sex Stuff, "Bricked" (or "Briqued" as it is colloquially known for females) is a coordinated bio-psycho-physiologic process involving cognition, limbic activation, involuntary nervous response, and extremely localized arousal of genital tissues, primarily with, but not limited to, the Pee Pee and the Vee Vee. In males, nitric oxide is released within the corpora cavernosa, causing smooth muscle relaxation, increased arterial inflow, and the glorious phenomenon of penile tumescence, all in the hopes of attaining orgasm and ejaculation, not necessarily in that order. In females, arousal commonly includes vaso-congestion of the clitoris and labia, lubricated via plasma transudation, and the ever-so-slightly-tumescent expansion of genital and pelvic tissues. Arousal within all humans is multidimensional rather than purely genital, as it can be facilitated by both sensory input and cognition, typically when butts, boobies, purple-helmeted love warriors, and quivering mounds of sex pudding are present. In conclusion, Dr's Schaal and Zamo contend that to be bricked, is indeed, to be alive. Go to Kristen's Instagram Bio for links to the 3 L.A. shows of her play, "The Legend of Crystal Shell": https://www.instagram.com/k.schaal/ Way Day is THE sale to shop the best deals in home! To shop Way Day from April 25th through the 27th, head to: https://Wayfair.com To get 15% off your first order when you use BALD at checkout, head to: https://zbiotics.com/BALD If your glasses are overdue for a refresh, now is the time! To get 15% off your first order, use code PODCAST15 at: https://Zenni.com/PODCAST Need a website? To save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain, head to: https://Squarespace.com/BALD To see if you're eligible for the new GLP-1 pill on Ro, head to: https://Ro.co/BALD Follow Trixie: @TrixieMattel Follow Katya: @Katya_Zamo To watch the podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/TrixieKatyaYT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To check out our official YouTube Clips Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/TrixieAndKatyaClipYT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to follow the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/thebaldandthebeautifulpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you want to support the show, and get all the episodes ad-free go to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thebaldandthebeautiful.supercast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To check out future Live Podcast Shows, go to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://trixieandkatya.com/#tour⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To check out the Trixie Motel in Palm Springs, CA: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.trixiemotel.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen and Watch Anywhere! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/thebaldandthebeautifulpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Trixie: Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.trixiemattel.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@trixie⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/trixiemattel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/trixiemattel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter (X): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/trixiemattel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   Follow Katya: Official Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.welovekatya.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@katya_zamo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/welovekatya⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/katya_zamo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Twitter (X): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/katya_zamo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠   #TrixieMattel #KatyaZamo #BaldBeautiful Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we meet psychoanalyst Dr. Michael Bader who shares why we may need to  move beyond hormones, lube, and libido hacks and into the hidden forces of guilt, shame, fantasy, and long-term intimacy that shape desire, often without us realizing it.  We cover: What are the most common, and least discussed, desire blockers in midlife The surprising role "ruthlessness" plays in sexual pleasure and why intimacy can make desire harder What sexual fantasies are really doing psychologically, and why they often intensify with age How long-term relationships and caretaking instincts quietly suppress arousal Practical ways midlife women can reconnect with desire without performance pressure   Dr. Michael Bader is a psychologist and psychoanalyst with over four decades of clinical experience, known for his pioneering work on the psychology of desire, intimacy, and sexual fulfillment. He is the author of the influential book Arousal: The Secret Logic of Sexual Fantasies, where he unpacks the hidden emotional and psychological meanings behind sexual fantasy and why it plays such a powerful role in human arousal. Dr. Bader blends clinical depth with a refreshingly accessible style, helping people understand how unconscious fears, early experiences, and emotional dynamics shape their erotic lives. His work challenges shame, reduces stigma, and offers a compassionate, science-informed framework for sexual well-being. Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Bader has served as a consultant, teacher, and writer on topics ranging from sexuality to social psychology, and he's widely respected for bridging the gap between psychological theory and everyday struggles around intimacy, pleasure, and connection.   Book: Arousal https://michaelbader.com/books/arousal-the-secret-logic-of-sexual-fantasies/   Contact Dr. Michael Bader: Website: michaelbader.com Webcast: Invisible Ink:  The Unconscious in Modern Politics and Culture Email: michaelbaderdmh@gmail.com  Tiktok: @michaelbaderdmh      Instagram @drummajorforfreedom   Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠   Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, my guest is Dr. David Anderson, PhD, a professor of biology at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and an investigator at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI). We discuss the brain circuits that underlie how emotions emerge and shape behaviors, including the neural control of fear, aggression and pain. We also explore how hormones and neuromodulators influence these emotional states, and why understanding these hidden internal processes is essential for improving future mental health treatments. Read the show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman BetterHelp: https://betterhelp.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) David Anderson (00:00:20) Emotions vs States (00:01:53) Emotion Qualities: Persistence & Generalization (00:04:04) Aggression (00:06:39) Sponsor: BetterHelp (00:07:41) Evolution of Fear & Aggression, Offensive vs Defensive Aggression (00:09:57) Homeostatic Behaviors & Hydraulic Pressure (00:12:58) Testosterone, Estrogen & Aggression (00:14:51) Female vs Male Aggression (00:16:48) Sponsor: AG1 (00:18:13) Mating Behavior & Aggression; Sexual Violence (00:21:48) Periaqueductal Gray, Pain Control & Fighting (00:26:03) Sponsor: Function (00:27:15) Tachykinin, Pain, Social Isolation & Aggression (00:31:47) Emotions & Somatic Feeling; Vagus Nerve (00:36:27) Acknowledgements & Future Direction Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kim joins me this week to talk about the relationship between resilience and arousal. We talk about how control unleashed and freework can both help improve resilience and arousal management for dogs with big feelings.

What to listen for:"Unless you have a dog who is engaged with you, you can't build that relationship. And you can't get through distractions. It's impossible.”Today, our hosts, Robin Greubel and Stacy Barnett, are talking relationships. Specifically, what it actually means to have one with your dog when the pressure is on. They argue that a real relationship isn't Kumbaya, it's the thing that keeps a dog still on a medic's table and calm on a tailgate in Texas!Robin describes bringing her working dogs, the Labs Flash and Flare, and her Malinois, Nico, to a USAR medic training where the team practiced catheter placement and restraint under veterinary supervision.Flash and Flare wrestled the medics into a genuine upper-body workout. Nico simply lay still, held by a raised finger and three years of earned trust. Meanwhile, Stacy recounts her wilderness air scent SAR dog, Prize, enduring an improvised dewclaw removal on a truck tailgate during a study at Texas Tech, stoic because the years of shared work had already made Stacy's presence genuinely reassuring.Relationship and engagement are not soft concepts but functional prerequisites.Without engagement, a dog cannot regulate arousal. Without regulated arousal, a dog cannot sustain focus through distraction. Without focus, a search develops holes, and holes erode the handler's ability to call an area clear with confidence, whether in competition or in the field.Stacy and Robin are careful to frame searching not as a single behavior but as a layered chain requiring relationship, engagement, arousal, focus, and what Stacy calls the reinforcement event.That means a full celebratory interaction, not just a cookie, that imprints the preceding behavior far more deeply.Reading a learner, distinguishing processing from disengagement, hunting from scavenging: these are the observation skills that underlie everything else. Key Topics:Nico at Medic Training: Trust Under Restraint (02:32)Prize's Field Dewclaw Removal at Texas Tech (06:04)Reframing Relationship as Engagement (07:38)Directionals as a Tool for Reading Disengagement (09:21)Reading Body Language at Distance: Prize and the Cinder Blocks (14:33)Reinforcement Events vs. Simple Rewards (19:48)Arousal Cycles in Dogs… and Chickens (28:30)Focused Searchers and Clearing Areas With Confidence (35:20) Resources:Distraction Camp and Upcoming Events: https://www.k9detectioncollaborative.com/eventsWe want to hear from you:Check out the K9 Detection Collaborative FB page and comment on the episode post!K9Sensus Detection Dog Trainer AcademyK9Sensus Foundation can be found on Facebook and Instagram. We have a Trainer's Group on Facebook!Scentsabilities Nosework is also on Facebook. Here is a Facebook group you should join!You can follow us for notifications of upcoming episodes, find us at k9detectioncollaborative.com to enjoy the freebies, and tell your friends so you can keep the conversations going.And don't forget to check out the YouTube Channel!

What if mentally you want sex, you love your partner, you are attracted to them, but your body just will not respond? Arousal takes forever or does not happen at all. And the more pressure you feel, the harder it becomes. In this Language of Love Session, I respond to Sabrina, who is sitting with a question so many women carry in silence. She loves her partner. She wants sex. But her body is not responding. She misses feeling turned on. She misses that spark. Now sex feels confusing instead of natural. She asks what most women are afraid to say out loud. How do you reconnect with sex and pleasure when your body is not cooperating, without turning intimacy into pressure or performance? The truth is, this is more common than you think. And it is not about trying harder. It is about understanding your hormones, strengthening your pelvic floor, deepening emotional safety, and removing the pressure that shuts desire down in the first place. We dive into:  The hormonal shifts that can start as early as your mid-30s How testosterone, not just estrogen, plays a critical role in desire Why childbirth, perimenopause, and aging change your response How pelvic floor strength, including Kegels, affects arousal and orgasm How hormonal birth control and SSRIs like Zoloft and Prozac can sabotage desire How stress, anxiety, overwhelm, and body image issues shut down desire Why emotional connection is foundational to long-term sexual attraction How to tell if it is a relationship issue or a general stress response Why added stimulation, lubrication, and sexual aids are not cheating, they are smart What changes after 40 and how to work with your body instead of against it How vibrant, connected sex is possible your whole life Remember, you are not meant to navigate your relationship or your sexuality alone. If you would like to be featured on the show or have a question you want me to answer, email me at languageoflovepod@gmail.com. I would love to hear from you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With special guest Vicki Tiede, we address a reality for some Christian heterosexual marriages, same-sex arousal or attraction. What does it mean? And what can you do? Sponsors Aldrich Ministries is passionate about helping couples transform their marriages from surviving to thriving. They offer individual and couples coaching through convenient online video from the comfort of your own home. Regain hope and find healing with the Aldrich Ministries Coaching Network. From the Bible So God created mankind in his own image,     in the image of God he created them;     male and female he created them. Genesis 1:27 "But at the beginning of creation God 'made them male and female.' 'For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and the two will become one flesh.' So they are no longer two, but one flesh. Mark 10:6–8 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. Romans 12:2 Resources Life Renovation Counseling & Coaching - Mike & Vicki Tiede Courageous Hearts Group w/Vicki Tiede When Your Husband Is Addicted to Pornography: Healing Your Wounded Heart by Vicki Tiede Sexual Clarity for Christian Women w/Bonny Burns Same-Sex Attraction—Confusion To Clarity (free download from Vicki) Are We Naturally Monogamous? - Hot, Holy & Humorous Pillow Talk: 40 Conversations about Sex for Married Couples by J. Parker Virgin Bride Guidebook: Wedding Night Answers by Bonny Logsdon Burns Thanks for joining us at the virtual kitchen table for another great chat! We'd love for you to join our inner circle by supporting us on Patreon. You can contribute to our wonderful ministry while getting some fun perks for yourself! Check it out here: https://patreon.com/ForChristianWives If you want to contribute without using Patreon, you can donate here. If you could, leave a rating and/or review so that others can find the show. Please also check out our website and webinars at forchristianwives.com. And visit our individual ministry pages for more resources as well: Strong Wives - Bonny Burns Honeycomb & Spice - Chris Taylor Hot, Holy & Humorous - J. Parker

There's a silent struggle that many couples face—issues of pain, discomfort, or disconnection in intimate life that go unspoken and unattended. For so long, pelvic floor challenges have been seen as private burdens to bear alone, surrounded by stigma or confusion about where to turn for help. But what if we viewed these not as individual problems, but as shared matters that impact the whole relationship? Could better understanding and open conversation actually transform your intimacy and emotional connection? In this episode, you'll discover how pelvic floor health influences pleasure, pain, and intimacy—and why these challenges are best faced together, not solo. Drawing from expert insights and practical guidance, you'll learn how increased awareness and communication can bridge the gap between partners, foster support and compassion, and empower you with tools for healing. Whether you're struggling silently or simply want to deepen trust and connection, this conversation offers actionable steps and hope for anyone ready to turn hidden struggle into shared strength. Since 2007, Dr. Sara Reardon has been caring for people's pelvic floors as a board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist. She is the Founder of The V-Hive, an online pelvic floor workout platform for pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, painful sex, and pelvic floor strengthening. As The Vagina Whisperer on Instagram and TikTok, she has hundreds of thousands of followers. She is the author of FLOORED: A Woman's Guide to Pelvic Floor Health at Every Age and Stage.   Episode Highlights 03:53 Understanding pelvic floor anatomy and its impact on intimacy. 07:50 Breaking stigma and introducing pelvic health conversations. 09:37 The role of partners and destigmatizing pelvic floor challenges. 14:47 Exploring pelvic floor dysfunction: Causes and effects on relationships. 18:56 Pelvic floor health and sexual pleasure.. 21:16 Exploring arousal: Physical and emotional components. 23:13 Daily habits and exercises for intimate health. 28:26 Tools, devices, and progression in pelvic floor therapy. 36:35 Debunking myths: Arousal, climax, and individual differences.   Your Check List of Actions to Take Learn about your pelvic floor anatomy to understand how it affects day-to-day functions and intimacy. Openly discuss pelvic health and intimacy challenges with your partner to reduce shame and foster teamwork. Attend pelvic floor therapy sessions together when possible for shared education and support. Practice mindful urination and bowel movements—sit fully, breathe, and avoid straining or "power peeing." Incorporate pelvic-friendly exercises such as yoga poses (e.g., child's pose, pigeon, happy baby) to encourage muscle relaxation. Explore self-stimulation privately to discover which types of touch and stimulation are most pleasurable or comfortable. Consider using vaginal trainers or dilators, starting small and gradually increasing size, and involve your partner for support and collaboration. Normalize communication around sexual pleasure, pain, and individual needs, recognizing that every body and relationship is unique.   Mentioned Floored (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) V-Hive (*Google Play link) (app) Online Workouts (free workout) Come as You Are (*Amazon Affiliate link) (book) Squatty potty (e-commerce website) Vaginal Dilators (e-commerce website) 12 Relationship Principles to Strengthen Your Love (free guide) Connect with Dr. Sara Reardon Websites: thevagwhisperer.com Facebook: facebook.com/thevagwhisperer YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC2MllrS6zD974pxBFbVUHdA Instagram: instagram.com/the.vagina.whisperer LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sara-reardon-pt-dpt-wcs-4a6b1025 TikTok: tiktok.com/@thevagwhisperer  

One of the biggest buzzwords in dogdom is “arousal.” Join Sarah and guest Megan Foster for this special crossover episode with the Fostering Excellence in Agility Podcast to discuss what arousal is, what behaviors are actually driven by it, and what to do if you believe your dog to be “wrongly” (or “over”) aroused. www.fxagility.com Sign up for courses and join the membership here: sarahstremming.com Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/cogdogradio Music by AlexGrohl from Pixabay

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