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Biohacking intimacy and debunking sex myths

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Release Date: 11/04/2025

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Are you struggling with intimacy, has your body changed with time and you're worried about what your partner will think, or do you need tips on how to better communicate your needs? 

Isiah McKimmie is one of Australia’s leading Sexologists and Relationship Therapists, known for helping individuals and couples reconnect with their confidence, pleasure, and emotional wellbeing. 

In this episode, Azra sits down Isiah to explore how women can biohack their intimacy by understanding the real science behind desire, hormones, stress, and connection. Together, they debunk the biggest myths that keep women stuck from “low libido” shame to the misconception that passion naturally fades over time.

You’ll discover:

  • How stress, sleep, and nervous system regulation impact your sex drive

  • The truth about libido and hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause

  • Why communication and emotional safety are the ultimate aphrodisiacs

  • Practical biohacks to reignite desire and connection at any age

CHAPTERS

03:00 – What Is ‘Healthy Sex’ Really?
Isiah breaks down the misconceptions around what sex “should” look like, how stress, hormones, and lifestyle affect libido, and why quality of connection matters more than quantity.

09:00 – The Biology of Desire
A dive into how hormones like oxytocin, testosterone, and cortisol influence arousal and attraction — plus the surprising ways modern life and midlife changes can dull desire.

14:00 – Myth #1: Men Always Want More Sex
Isiah and Azra unpack one of the biggest myths in relationships, exploring emotional intimacy, communication gaps, and how women can reclaim agency over their own pleasure.

19:00 – Myth #2: Low Libido Means Something’s Wrong
A compassionate discussion about fluctuating desire through the lifespan — including perimenopause, stress, parenting, and sleep deprivation — and how to support your body naturally.

25:00 – Mindset, Breath, and Body Awareness
Practical ways to reconnect with your body and partner: Isiah explains breathwork, mindfulness, and nervous-system regulation as powerful intimacy “biohacks.”

32:00 – Healing from Shame and Cultural Conditioning
Why so many women feel guilt or shame around sex — and how to unlearn old stories that disconnect us from our sensual selves.

38:00 – Redefining Intimacy in Long-Term Relationships
Azra and Isiah explore how to keep desire alive through curiosity, communication, and shared vulnerability — even when life gets busy or hormones shift.

44:00 – Biohacking Your Intimacy
Closing reflections on how understanding your biology, hormones, and mindset can deepen both self-connection and partnership. Includes Isiah’s top tips for reigniting intimacy.

 

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