355. Why don't I enjoy sex that much?

In "The Psychology of Your 20s," Jemma Speck addresses the common experience of decreased libido during one's 20s, challenging the societal expectation of peak sexual desire during this decade. She discusses how fluctuating libidos are normal and influenced by various factors, including hormones, stress, trauma, self-criticism, and mental health issues like anxiety and depression. Jemma references studies indicating that women's sexual desire often peaks later in life, between ages 30 and 45. She offers advice on managing low libido, such as slowing down, connecting with small pleasures, prioritizing sleep, consulting a doctor, and communicating openly with partners, suggesting that intimacy can take many forms beyond sex.