Mismatched Desire, Menopause & Intimacy—Let’s Talk About It (feat. Dr. Lori Davis, FNP)|Ep 69

What happens when desire fades… but the relationship is still there? In this honest and deeply needed conversation, Shannon and Ann sit down with Dr. Lori Davis, a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Certified Sex Counselor, to talk about something so many people experience—but few feel comfortable discussing. From mismatched desire to emotional disconnection to the very real impact of menopause on intimacy, this episode creates space for a conversation that is often avoided—but incredibly important. If you’ve ever thought: “Why don’t I feel the same anymore?” “Are we just out of sync… or is something wrong?” “Is intimacy over for me?” You are not alone. 🎙️ In This Episode, We Talk About: ✨ What mismatched desire really means (and why it happens) ✨ How emotional and physical disconnection develop over time ✨ The truth about menopause and its impact on intimacy ✨ Why shame keeps people stuck—and how to move past it ✨ How to rebuild connection in a way that feels authentic and safe ✨ Small, practical steps you can take starting today Dr. Lori brings both medical expertise and emotional understanding—helping us move beyond labels and into a more compassionate, realistic view of intimacy. 💬 Let us know in the comments: What’s one thing you wish people talked about more openly in relationships? ⚠️ This episode discusses topics related to intimacy, relationships, and sexual health. 🔔 Subscribe for more real conversations about life, relationships, and the journeys that shape who we are. You’re not broken. You’re not alone. And this part of your life isn’t over. ✨ Until next time, keep traveling your story and keep making memories for life. Find Dr. Lori Davis at https://dr-loridavis.com/ #podmatch #intimacy #intimacyissues #menopauseandintimacy #mismatcheddesire #relationships #traveltimestorieswithshannon #realjourneyrealstories #keepmakingmemoriesforlife #menopause https://www.traveltimestories.com/