

242. An Easy Way to Improve Your Sex Life: More Sleep
Did you know better sleep can significantly enhance your sex life?
In this episode of The Intimate Marriage Podcast, Dr. Alexandra Stockwell delves into the often-overlooked link between rest, desire, and emotional intimacy. You’ll hear how just one extra hour of sleep can increase libido by 14%—and why prioritizing rest is essential for sustaining passion, vitality, and deep connection in your relationship.
Tune in and explore how nourishing your body with better sleep awakens more intimacy, joy, and fulfillment in your marriage.
Episode Highlights:
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One extra hour of sleep can boost libido by 14%—a small shift with a big impact on intimacy
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Rest restores hormonal balance, including testosterone, which naturally supports desire
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Better sleep lowers stress and creates space for emotional and physical closeness
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As in so many other areas of life, sleep is foundational for a thriving relationship
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Prioritizing sleep is an act of devotion—to your well-being and to the love you share
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