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Episode 5, Midlife Passion Reclaimed - AVAILABLE NOW

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Midlife Passion Reclaimed: Understanding Responsive Desire and Boosting Your Sex Life with Communication Skills

Guest Experts:

  • Dr. Lori Brotto, PhD – Professor, UBC Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology; Executive Director, Women’s Health Research Institute of BC; Canada Research Chair in Women’s Sexual Health; Author of Better Sex Through Mindfulness

  • Dr. Jess O’Reilly – Sexologist (PhD), Author, Television Personality, and Relationship Expert

Overview
Desire isn’t always spontaneous—and that’s perfectly normal. In this candid and practical conversation, Leah and Cass, co-founders of Intimate Wellbeing, sit down with Dr. Lori Brotto and Dr. Jess O’Reilly to explore the difference between responsive desire and libido, and why understanding it can transform your sex life. You’ll learn how to communicate your needs, navigate midlife changes, and reignite connection with your partner.

You’ll Discover:

  • Responsive desire explained – what it is, how it differs from libido, and why it matters in midlife

  • Communication strategies – how to express needs, set boundaries, and deepen intimacy

  • Passion boosters – mindfulness practices, exercises, and techniques to increase desire and satisfaction

  • Midlife sexual health solutions – ways to address hormonal changes and keep your sex life thriving

Why Watch?
If you’re ready to better understand your desires, communicate openly, and reignite passion, this episode offers the tools and insights you need to make it happen.

Included in the iWell Kit – Your all-in-one kit for midlife sexual wellness, with exclusive access to the complete SPARK Speaker Series. Learn more here.

Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 3 reviews)

Aurora ★★★★★

The guest expert lineup is perfect for anyone navigating desire shifts in midlife—Dr. Brotto's explanation of responsive desire alone was worth the download, and the communication skills segment gave me phrases I used with my partner the same night.

Aurora ★★★★★

Listening to Dr. Brotto explain responsive desire was like a lightbulb going off—finally, I understand why my libido isn't always a switch I can flip. The practical communication skills segment alone felt worth it, and I've already had a calmer, more honest talk with my partner about what we both ne

Jacob C. ★★★★★

Dr. Brotto is exactly the expert I needed to hear from, and her breakdown of responsive desire finally made sense of what I've been experiencing. The communication skills section alone is worth the listen, and I've already started using the language with my partner. We're both more relaxed and hones