Low Libido? How to Increase Your Sex Drive Naturally

By: Jay Dee, MPH

Struggling with low sex drive can feel frustrating, but you’re not alone. Libido naturally fluctuates with age, stress, and life circumstances. Understanding the causes of low desire—and how to reignite it—can help you feel more connected to yourself and your partner.

Why Libido Fluctuates

It’s completely normal for your sex drive to change over time. Libido naturally shifts with age, life circumstances, and even day-to-day stress.

• In their 20s, men often have the highest sex drive, driven by hormone levels and energy.

• Women’s desire tends to peak in their 30s, influenced by confidence, life experience, and hormonal balance.

• By the 40s, men and women’s sex drives generally become more similar, as energy levels and hormone fluctuations level out.

  
  

Even when you’re attracted to your partner, it’s common for your mind to drift during sex. Thoughts about work, fatigue, overthinking, or a distracting environment can pull your focus away. This doesn’t mean you’re not interested—it’s simply a normal part of how our brains respond to intimacy.

Common Causes of Low Sex Drive

Low libido can stem from physical, emotional, and environmental factors:

Medical Challenges:

• Diabetes or hormonal imbalances

• Erectile dysfunction

• Painful sex or other gynecological issues

  
  

Lifestyle & Relationship Factors:

• Stress from work, finances, or parenting

• Relationship challenges or emotional disconnect

• Fatigue or low energy

• Cluttered or distracting environment

  
  

Often, life stress spills over into your relationship, affecting intimacy even when attraction is strong.

Boost Your Desire with Lifestyle Tweaks

Small daily habits can help reignite your libido:

• Keep your space tidy: A calm, organized environment helps you relax.

• Destress: Meditation, yoga, walks, or warm baths can reduce tension.

• Add natural aphrodisiacs: Dark chocolate, oysters, or spicy foods may stimulate mood.

• Prioritize sleep and nutrition: Get your Vitamin D and iron levels checked by your practioner. This can reduce blood flow and also cause fatigue. Low energy can lower sexual desire.

  
  

How to Stay Present During Intimacy

If your mind drifts during sex, try these strategies to reconnect:

• Slow down your pace: Focus on breathing and presence.

• Kiss and touch: Softly kiss your partner or explore erogenous zones.

• Stimulate yourself and your partner: Gentle self-touch can heighten arousal.

• Experiment with positions: Switch from soft and sensual to intense or vice versa to keep things exciting.

  
  

Communicate and Solve Relationship Issues

If your libido is affected by relationship challenges, open communication is key. Discuss concerns with your partner, identify root causes, and brainstorm solutions together. Addressing emotional disconnect or stress as a team can restore intimacy and desire.

Reignite Your Passion

Remember, desire isn’t a switch—it’s a process. Reducing stress, staying present, exploring pleasure intentionally, and maintaining open communication can naturally bring your libido back. A calm mind, a connected body, and proactive problem-solving create the foundation for fulfilling intimacy.

Until Next Time,

The Vagina Liberator