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Your Brain is Your Biggest Sex Organ. Here’s How to Support It

26.06.2026
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In this episode, I'm diving deep into the second pillar of Sexual Intelligence: Health. I’ll be breaking down exactly how your physical and mental wellbeing are directly shaping your desire, arousal, and pleasure. I'm walking you through everything from movement, hydration, and hormonal balance to pelvic floor health, stress, trauma, and the negative self-talk that quietly steals your pleasure. If you've ever wondered why you're just not in the mood, or why intimacy feels out of reach no matter what you try, this episode will connect the dots in a way that finally makes sense. Better sex doesn't just start in the bedroom, it starts with how you're taking care of yourself every single day.

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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. 

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Chapters:

Welcome to Sex With Emily

A Guided Breathing Exercise

Moving Your Body To Feed Your Desire

Hormones and Their Impact on Libido

Hydration and Nutrition

Why Pelvic Floor Health Matters

Medications That Can Affect Your Sex Drive

Mental Health and Sexual Pleasure

Stop Performing and Start Feeling

Breaking Negative Self Talk and Shame

Cultivating Self Esteem

Simple Ways to Calm Your Nervous System

Why Better Sleep Improves Your Libido

Embrace Daily Pleasure

Final Takeaways

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