That's Amore
Light Scented Candles
This is actually a two-fold approach. Setting the mood with candlelight is a long-celebrated tradition of lovemaking, but did you know that certain scents can also make us feel frisky? Sweet floral scents like rose, lavender and jasmine, as well as woody scents like cinnamon and sandalwood, are known aphrodisiacs that, when included in candles, don't just smell amazing and create romantic lighting, but can also help rev up our libidos.
Improve Your Mental Health
Depression and other forms of mental illness don't just make day-to-day living complicated, they also often make lovemaking one of the last things we want to do. It's important, not just for our sex lives, but also for our overall sense of well-being, to take care of our mental health and get the right treatment. Once our fog has lifted, we might just find that a renewed sense of passion emerges, too.
Reduce Your Stress
It turns out that stress (which affects an astounding 8 in 10 Americans) is one of the biggest libido killers. Not only does stress make us seriously not in the mood, but over time, too much cortisol (that's the stress hormone) can actually impact men and women's production of the sex hormone testosterone, as well. There is good news, however. Researchers have found that arousal can counteract cortisol, which is great incentive for your partner to help in the de-stressing department.
Indulge in Self-Care
Along with relieving stress and addressing our mental health, self-care is a critical way to recharge our batteries and potentially fire up our sex drives. Whether your idea of self-care involves face masks, chocolate, hikes in nature, luxurious massages or dining at your favorite restaurant, make sure it's something that feels as if you're plugging into yourself, which will allow you to later express that positive energy in other ways.
Get a Checkup
If low sex drive is a recurring problem, it might be worth a visit to the doctor to discuss your symptoms. Some medical conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure, arthritis, hormonal imbalances and more, can lead to a loss of libido but need a doctor's supervision to treat effectively.
Dress Sexy
Sometimes, it's as easy as slipping on something that makes you feel truly good in your skin to ignite your passion. Whether it's a tight outfit that shows off your curves or something loose and flowing (or even some sexy lingerie), find clothes that allow your inner vixen to shine through and see if your libido isn't suddenly making an appearance, too.
