The Ashley O Show: Nursing Beyond the Bedside

271. Why NURSES Have No Sex Drive

January 22, 2024 Ashley O'Connor Episode 271
271. Why NURSES Have No Sex Drive
The Ashley O Show: Nursing Beyond the Bedside
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The Ashley O Show: Nursing Beyond the Bedside
271. Why NURSES Have No Sex Drive
Jan 22, 2024 Episode 271
Ashley O'Connor

Let's talk about SEX, baby! This episode is so freaking important, and so many of us are ashamed to even give words to this. Nurses - an absent sex drive is a red flag. Despite what you may have been told, it’s not just because you’re getting older, it’s not just a normal part of a long marriage, it’s not about scheduling it. It’s an indicator that your nervous system (and your hormones) are screaming for help. Too many nurses are spending 24 hours a day in fight-or-flight with zero chill. You can only function so long in never-ending fight-or-flight. And one of the tell-tale signs of a burnt out nervous system is low libido. So today I want to give you a few simple strategies to manage your stress so that you can get back to getting it on.

ALSO - I have been DYING to tell you all about my brand new program launching in February, and I couldn't hold it in any longer! Healthcare Homecoming is a 12 week hybrid program designed to help nurses lose weight and come home to their bodies for LIFE. 

As a listener, I am opening up the doors exclusively to you to save your spot before anyone else HERE (all of the details can be found here as well!)

If you have any questions about the program, let's hop on a quick connection call to chat!

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The Ashley O Show community is a space where nurses and caregivers come together to understand that their identity extends beyond the humans that they care for. If that's you, then join us on a mission to change conversations and redefine ideas over on IG @ashleyoshow! As always, message me with any feedback, comments, or questions on Instagram, or shoot me an email at ashleyoshow@gmail.com.

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Let's talk about SEX, baby! This episode is so freaking important, and so many of us are ashamed to even give words to this. Nurses - an absent sex drive is a red flag. Despite what you may have been told, it’s not just because you’re getting older, it’s not just a normal part of a long marriage, it’s not about scheduling it. It’s an indicator that your nervous system (and your hormones) are screaming for help. Too many nurses are spending 24 hours a day in fight-or-flight with zero chill. You can only function so long in never-ending fight-or-flight. And one of the tell-tale signs of a burnt out nervous system is low libido. So today I want to give you a few simple strategies to manage your stress so that you can get back to getting it on.

ALSO - I have been DYING to tell you all about my brand new program launching in February, and I couldn't hold it in any longer! Healthcare Homecoming is a 12 week hybrid program designed to help nurses lose weight and come home to their bodies for LIFE. 

As a listener, I am opening up the doors exclusively to you to save your spot before anyone else HERE (all of the details can be found here as well!)

If you have any questions about the program, let's hop on a quick connection call to chat!

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The Ashley O Show community is a space where nurses and caregivers come together to understand that their identity extends beyond the humans that they care for. If that's you, then join us on a mission to change conversations and redefine ideas over on IG @ashleyoshow! As always, message me with any feedback, comments, or questions on Instagram, or shoot me an email at ashleyoshow@gmail.com.