Where Did My Desire Go? Motherhood, Mental Load & Reclaiming Erotic Identity

Send us Fan Mail **Where Did My Desire Go? Motherhood, Mental Load & Reclaiming Erotic Identity** **Bonus Episode | Evolve Your Intimacy Podcast** What if your desire isn't gone...it's simply buried beneath the weight of everyday life? In this special bonus episode of **Evolve Your Intimacy**, Dr. Stephanie Sigler sits down with certified sex therapist, licensed clinical social worker, nonprofit CEO, and author **Carolyn Hood, LICSW, CST**, for an honest conversation about why so many women feel disconnected from their sexuality—and why it has far less to do with libido than we've been led to believe. Together, they unpack the invisible factors that quietly erode intimacy: chronic stress, the mental load, resentment, motherhood, caregiving, body image, changing identities, and the cultural messages that teach women to put everyone else's needs before their own. You'll hear a refreshing discussion about reclaiming desire—not as another item on your to-do list, but as an act of self-care, empowerment, and emotional well-being. In this episode, you'll discover: - Why desire often becomes buried rather than lost - How stress, burnout, and the mental load affect intimacy - The impact of motherhood on erotic identity - Why resentment and unequal emotional labor can diminish attraction - The difference between spontaneous and responsive desire - Why traditional sex advice often misses the mark - The surprising role romantasy, fantasy, and curiosity play in reconnecting with desire - How pleasure can become a protective factor against stress instead of another obligation - Practical ways couples can reconnect emotionally and sexually in the middle of real life Whether you're a parent, navigating a long-term relationship, or simply wondering where your desire went, this episode will leave you with hope, validation, and practical insight. Because desire isn't something you either have or don't have. It's something that can be nurtured, protected, and reclaimed. Connect with Carolyn Hood Learn more about Carolyn, her work, speaking engagements, and her upcoming book **Sex Begets Sex: Reclaiming Desire as an Act of Female Empowerment** by visiting: **Website:** Desire in Real Life Connect with Dr. Stephanie Sigler Looking for therapy, relationship resources, workshops, online courses, or coaching? Visit Evolve Your Intimacy If you enjoyed today's conversation, please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who deserves to know that their desire isn't broken—it may simply be waiting to be rediscovered. Swinkatation Life, Love, and Play at the intersection of Swing and Kink... Use Code EVOLVE f SDC Seek, Discover, & Connect with over 3 million singles and couples worldwide! ASN Lifestyle Magazine Ask Stepahine a question about relationships, sex, kink, or fetishes and read about it in ASN. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show **EVOLVEYOURINTIMACY.COM** Sex Therapy |Travel | Retreats| Courses| Podcasts | Articles | Blogs, & Vlogs Are you looking to enhance your sexual communication skills? Do you crave a safe space to explore your sexual desires with your partner but aren't sure where to start? Look no further than the Evolve Your Intimacy Podcast, hosted by the renowned Dr. Stephanie. **Join Certified Sex Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor Dr. Stephanie Sigler** as she interviews top experts in the field of clinical sexology, veterans in the lifestyle, and popular influencers, bringing you the most accurate information regarding your sexual health and pleasure. **NEW SHOWS EVERY Saturday** If you enjoy the content we produce, show your love by buying me a coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/evolveyourintimacy