The Inspirit Podcast

Talking to Your Doctor About Changing Orgasm

Dr. Alexandra Dubinsky explores the complexity of female orgasm, highlighting the roles of desire, arousal, and stimulation. She discusses how factors such as hormones, pelvic floor muscles, and stimulation can influence orgasm. She also explains that changes in orgasm can result from life events, medical conditions, medication, and psychological issues, emphasizing the importance of seeking help from specialized providers. Treatment options include education, self-exploration, medication, and therapy.

Permitting yourself To Love Sex Again Over 60

Join our online webinar for an open discussion on giving yourself permission to love sex again and embracing self-love as a crucial aspect of a healthy lifestyle, specifically designed for individuals over the age of 60. Explore the importance of sexual wellness and learn that it's perfectly normal to desire sex and prioritize your sexual health. 
This engaging session will empower you to break free from taboos, embrace your sexuality, and prioritize your overall well-being. Discover the keys to unlocking a fulfilling and healthy relationship with your sexuality. Take the first step towards a more confident and empowered self today.

Pain With Sex Over 60: What Can You Do About It?

Empower yourself to embrace a fulfilling and vibrant sex life with our specialized program designed for individuals over 60 years old. Dive into a comprehensive journey of overcoming pain during sex by exploring effective solutions and valuable tips.
Discover the significance of sexual wellbeing in enhancing overall wellness and quality of life. This program offers a wealth of knowledge on tailored exercises and intimate strategies to empower you in navigating and enhancing your sexual experiences. Take the first step towards a more pleasurable and satisfying intimate life with our expert guidance and support.

Sex Postpartum: We Are NOT a Light Switch!

Having a baby is like running a marathon… except way harder! It takes some women YEARS to recover from having a child. Hormonal changes, and physical and mental recovery all happen on top of the added stress of now being, for many, a primary caretaker, which comes with a whole other slew of mental and physical challenges (raw nipples anyone?).
How do you arm yourself? How do you prepare? And, when the OBGYN gives you the green light for sex, what if you’re not ready? What if you’re not even close to ready? There are a lot of considerations when jumping back into intimacy postpartum. Some people are ready, some are not. That’s where women’s health, sex, and wellness expert, Ashley Rodrigues MS, LPC, PMHC, comes in.
Ashley brings her experience and expertise to give you insight and understanding into postpartum intimacy. You will walk away with tools and techniques for recovery, questions to ask your doctor, and insight into how the body and mind heal postpartum. If you’re expecting, have just had a child, or gave birth years ago, this talk is for you. 

Low Sex Drive: What Can You Do About It?

It's important to acknowledge that many women experience low or changing sex drive, and the causes of these changes can vary greatly. Whether the issue stems from relationship problems or physical dysfunctions, it's essential to understand why these changes occur and to have a valuable resource to answer your questions. 
That's where Dr. Maureen Slattery, MD, a sex educator, expert, and physician, comes in. During this online training, Dr. Slattery will lead a 60-minute discussion on why these changes happen, how to address them, and when to seek medical attention. 
Experiencing a loss of libido can be upsetting, but it shouldn't control your life. Don't miss this informative and inspiring talk!

Ease the Mind, Free the Soul: Tuning In To Your Sexuality

Do you ever feel disconnected during intimate moments? Are you unable to fully enjoy the experience because your mind keeps wandering? Our daily lives can be overwhelming, leaving us with a cluttered mind that affects our body and soul. This is a common problem that many of us face during sensual and sexual acts. 
Fortunately, meditation and metaphysical expert Celeste Onorati can help. Join us for this discussion, when Celeste will guide you through techniques to help you reconnect your mind and soul. By using mindfulness, she will help you navigate the maze of your thoughts and provide you with techniques to enhance your sensual experience.
You will leave with techniques for bringing the mind back to your moment of intimacy and tools for recognizing your emotional and soul state. Understand the influences that affect your mind, your mood, and how you sensually engage with yourself and others. 

Connecting to Pleasure with Mind-Body Tools

Join us on a transformative journey to explore ways to enhance intimacy, sensuality, and pleasure in a safe and supportive environment. Put aside your daily concerns, worries, and distractions to connect with your body and awaken vitality, aliveness, and pleasure.
 
During this online workshop, you can learn how to say goodbye to feeling overwhelmed and out of touch with yourself and your intimate relationships as you delve into the world of sensuality and pleasure. Menopause & Sexual Wellness Coach, Menopause Yoga Expert, and Founder of Women’s Body Wisdom, Gabriella Espinosa, will teach you to quiet your mind, be fully present, and deepen your connection with yourself and the world around you through a unique blend of movement, touch, breath, and sound. During this 60-minute class, Gabriella will help you overcome mental clutter and enhance your sensual experiences by using powerful mind-body techniques and gentle movement. Join this program to explore the intersection of movement, mindfulness, and sensuality and unlock a deeper connection with yourself and your partner.
 
As mentioned during the session, here is the link to the playlist "Moving What You’re Feeling"
 
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6fwCX1lGGkOsPKcK7tIofO?si=ny0Cq8q9Q_i4HZUTtfLofw&pi=u-OTqe2KS_TvSR

Spicy or Vanilla? Talking Sexual Desire Discrepancy

Relationships can be complicated, especially when it comes to sexual desires. Every partner has their own unique needs and preferences, and it's important to understand and respect these differences to maintain a healthy relationship. 
Fortunately, mental health therapist Rachel Dorneanu LPC NCC from Sage Counseling and Wellness is here to help. In this online workshop, Rachel will provide guidance on how to navigate sexual desire both as an individual and as a couple. 
By participating in this workshop, you will gain access to tools and tips for addressing differences in sexual desires within your relationship. You will also learn effective methods for understanding your partner's needs, setting boundaries, handling conflict, and communication techniques to help you work through any discrepancies in sex drive. Expect a few hot tips to spice things up!

Sex Doesn't Have to Hurt

Sex is not supposed to hurt… unless you want it to!
 
If you experience unwanted pain during sex, it could be from many factors: pelvic pain, dryness, and your mental health just to name a few. But guess what? YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
 
Unwanted pain during sex is more common than you may think. There are solutions and things you CAN DO to help you experience enjoyment and pleasure from sex again, or maybe, for the first time. Arming yourself with knowledge and professional insight is the first step.

Let's Talk About Sex Baby: Talking to Your Partner

Communicating with your partner in the bedroom comes with a long list of challenges and questions. Will I hurt their feelings? Will they think I'm weird or strange? When is the right time?       
During her 45-minute talk, which includes a 15-minute LIVE Q&A session, Sex Expert and practice owner of Nu Sex Therapy, Emily Fitzpatrick, MSW, LCSW, will guide you through tips and tricks to be comfortable talking with your partner about your wants, needs, and desires.
Leave understanding how to get real clear on your ask(s), language to use when communicating the ask (we even have scripts available!), the perfect, or not so perfect timing for this conversation and so much more.