Let's talk about Libido... in particular, how do we overcome libido discrepancy? (i.e.: when one partner wants more sex than the other.) While we are at it, let's take it a step further and throw parenting, life, and a little kink into the mix! In this episode, I'm going to address an insightful question from a follower concerning how to talk to their partner about the tough subject of getting more sex when one partner isn't feeling it. I also take you on a deep dive into a conflict resolution technique called "The Imago Dialogue" (and how it can be used as check-in method for D/s dynamics), how this fits in with creating more responsive desire, as well as teach you how to find what your inner self actually needs from sex. I'll also give actionable steps to reframe what pleasure is, and build a container of safety that will help partners connect on a deeper level, even when sex isn't on the menu! Let's get going! Links for this episode: Video Podcast Version Dr. K's Imago-Inspired D/s Relationship Dialogue Script will be available on Patreon and her Online Center for Sexuality & Kink Education Book: Come as You Are by Dr. Emily Nagowski Book: The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel Van Der Kolk Book: Tongue Tied: Untangling Communication in Sex, Kink, and Relationships by Stella Harris Book: Becoming Cliterate by Laurie Mintz Book: Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples by Helen LaKelly Hunt (Great info on the Imago Dialogue) Site: The Imago Relationship Official Site Additional Resources: Site:TASHRA (The Alternative Sexualities Health Research Alliance) Site:TASHRA's Research Site:The Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality Dr. K’s Official Goodreads page – For the Book Lover Dr. K's Official Website _____________________ Peep my Instagram Twitch with me!LIVE Digital Magazine -Intellectual Intoxication - Dr. K's Gallery Musings & Gallery Dr. K's Kink-Affirming Holistic Coaching Practice Additional Resources: Consent Counts Resources from the NCSF (National Council for Sexual Freedom) About SESTA/FOSTA:Information relating to how the changes in the law have to affect TOS across social media and inadvertently create issues for those in the field of sexual and reproductive health. Reid's Safer Sex Elevator Speech Dr. K’s Official Goodreads page – For the Book Lover Psss…. Don’t forget to check outThe Submissive Next Door Podcast on Apple Podcast/iTunes– subscribe and give us a rating, pretty please!If you like what you hear and see, please consider becoming aPatreon.Patreon members get podcast episodes, exclusive bonus videos, and my personal sex-positive Zine, Intellectual Intoxication. The Zine showcases my provocative photography projects along with topics such as erotica writing, holistic sexuality, liberating art, embodiment, rituals with a witchy-vibe starting at $3 a month. It's you all that keep the podcast going! Thank you! _________________________________________________ Affiliate Links – Feel like shopping? Use these links to get a discount and help support the podcast too! 1st Phorm - Elite Fitness Products for High-Performance Training and Health The Stockroom – BDSM and D/s luxury toys, tools, and gear Le Wand - Luxury Sex Toys with an empowerment mindset! The CowGirl - The Award-Winning Riding Sex Toy Lovense – Luxury High Tech Sex Toys for Love at a Distance SheVibe – Sex Positive Sex Toys for the Adventurous! Social Links Exclusive Content – Discord – Social Links