S2 E34 Why You're Not Broken: Understanding Desire, Communication, and Intimacy with Lauren Goyette Rowe

Season 2 Episode 34: Why You're Not Broken: Understanding Desire, Communication, and Intimacy with Lauren Goyette RoweIf you've ever wondered why intimacy feels harder than it used to, or why your sex drive seems to have disappeared, this conversation is for you. In this episode, I'm joined by sexual wellness educator, relationship coach, and Desire Dialogues podcast host Lauren Goyette Rowe. Together, we explore how chronic stress, exhaustion, and communication impact desire, why you're probably not broken, and practical ways to reconnect with yourself and your partner.Why healthy communication is one of the most important foundations for intimacy and connection with your partner.How the Dual Control Model explains why stress, exhaustion, and everyday life can decrease desire—and why that's a normal response.Discover your Erotic Archetype and how understanding your unique desire style can help create more fulfilling intimacy.💜 Free Guide: Why Does Sex Feel Like Another Chore? What Happened to My Sex Drive—And Why You're Probably Not Brokenhttps://www.laurengoyette.com/2e56221d✨ Discover Your Erotic Archetypehttps://linktr.ee/relationshipcoachlaurengoyetteLauren Goyette Rowe is a sexual wellness educator, relationship coach, and host of the Desire Dialogues podcast. For over a decade, she has helped women and couples better understand desire, intimacy, communication, and the emotional dynamics that shape relationships. Her work focuses on helping people move from shame and self-criticism to curiosity and connection because she believes pleasure is your birthright.💻 Book your Energy Reboot Session:https://1awayfitness.com/reboot📩 Join the newsletter and get access to the Energy for Exhausted Moms Facebook Community:https://1awayfitness.com/newsletterThe information shared on Energy for Exhausted Moms is intended solely for educational and inspirational purposes. I am not a medical professional, and this podcast should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to your health, nutrition, or fitness routine. By listening, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own health decisions and results, and I cannot be held liable for outcomes related to the information shared here.