137: Autoimmune, Trauma’s Effect On Hormones + How To Fix Your Cycle with Dr Jolene Brighten

Board certified naturopathic endocrinologist, trained clinical sexologist and author of the new book “Is This Normal?” Dr. Jolene Brighten joins me to breakdown all the complex questions that come with sex, hormones and PMS. You’ll hear Dr. Jolene addresses some of what our culture has adopted as normal + the underlying hormone imbalances that may be causing it. We even get into the issue of vaginal dryness, what causes it + how we can support our bodies' natural production again. In this episode, you’ll hear: Laughter’s role in activating the vagus nerve The connection between the nervous system, sexual desire + hormone health Generational trauma's influence on our cortisol levels and PMS symptoms “Normal” symptoms of PMS + symptoms that would suggest there’s an imbalance Signs that our hormones are “not normal” Cycle tracking and optimizing your menstrual period The lifestyle factors to promote optimal hormone health - Eat, Play, Sex The impact of endocrine disruptors on our hormones A look inside of Jolene’s book, “Is This Normal” How sex changes for women throughout their cycle How do you know if we have an autoimmune disease? How does autoimmune disease relate to sexual desire? Can orgasms strengthen our immune system? Vaginal dryness and the science of lubrication THE SKINNY ON OUR SEXY GUESTS Dr. Jolene Brighten NMD, is a hormone expert, nutrition scientist, and thought leader in women’s medicine. She is board certified in naturopathic endocrinology and trained in clinical sexology. Dr. Brighten is the author of Is This Normal, a non-judgemental guide to creating hormone balance, eliminating unwanted symptoms, and building the sexual desire you crave. A fierce patient advocate and completely dedicated to uncovering the root cause of hormonal imbalances, Dr. Brighten empowers women worldwide to take control of their health and their hormones through her website and social medical channels. Dr. Brighten is an international speaker, clinical educator, and medical advisor within the tech community. https://drbrighten.com/ Book Bonuses Gifts: https://drbrighten.com/is-this-normal/ Dr. Brighten’s website: www.drbrighten.com Dr. Brighten’s social handles on Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube are @drjolenebrighten WANT MORE? Sex Love Psychedelics Course: https://learn.sexloveyoga.com/SexLovePsychedelics Couples Retreat: https://learn.sexloveyoga.com/LoveAndLeather