In this livestream recorded on April 23, 2026, I’m diving into one of the most common and confusing issues in relationships: what happens when your sex life changes over time. We’re talking about desire mismatch, low libido, and why the “honeymoon phase” passion doesn’t stay the same forever(it’s completely normal). I also break down the real factors that impact sex drive, from stress and body image to emotional connection and communication, and how couples can start having honest conversations about intimacy again without blame or shame. This is about understanding your body, your partner, and how to rebuild connection in a more intentional way. ABOUT EMILY: Emily Morse is a Doctor of Human Sexuality, author and host of the #1 rated Sex with Emily podcast. Known as a renowned sexologist, Dr. Emily has helped millions of people around the world navigate their sex lives. Her candid and often funny conversations challenge cultural taboos, misinformation and awkward sex talks to create a future where people can deeply connect and embrace pleasure-filled lives. Because, life is too short for bad sex. CONNECT: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexwithemily/ X: https://twitter.com/sexwithemily Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sexwithemily TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sexwithemily Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sexwithemily WANT MORE? Visit the Website: https://sexwithemily.com/ which includes FREE guides. Free Downloadable Guides: https://sexwithemily.com/guides/ Text With Me: https://sexwithemily.com/text Receive Sex Tips On The Regular: https://sexwithemily.com/subscribe Interested in 1:1 Coaching with Emily? Go to http://sexwithemily.com/coaching to apply! Chapters: 00:00 The Desire Discrepancy Nobody Talks About 01:27 Why Every Long-Term Relationship Hits This Wall 02:36 Moment of Silence for the Honeymoon Phase 03:02 Why You Can't Just "Turn On" On Demand 04:05 Sex Is the Missing Piece of Longevity 06:54 Is Watching Romantic (Ethical) Porn Together Healthy? 11:00 The Case for Roleplay and Alter Egos 15:10 "My Wife Has Zero Sex Drive" The Most Common Question 18:22 How to Become a Sex Therapist 19:29 Advice for a 35-Year-Old Starting Her Sexual Debut 22:17 Unlearning Shame from a Religious Background 23:31 Rewriting "Virginity" as Your Sexual Debut Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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