Sexologist Alexa Andre (@sexwithalexa) gets back in bed with sex & relationship coach Catherine Drysdale for the most honest, nuanced conversation about voluntary celibacy you’ve ever heard. Together they break down how intentionally stepping away from partnered sex can reset your dating patterns, raise your standards, calm your nervous system, help you stop centering dating/sex, reconnect you to your body, and ultimately make your sex life better.

In this episode, Catherine opens up about:

What voluntary celibacy actually means
Why she’s chosen celibacy multiple times
Libido dips during high-stress seasons– Prioritizing outercourse for better sex
Celibacy as a tool for breaking validation cycles
How to stop centering dating, sex and external validation
Dating while celibate & setting clear boundaries
How long a celibacy period should last
How to decide when to re-enter sex or dating into your life
What she learned about sexual compatibility
The “reset effect” on desire and self-esteem
How celibacy helped her see red flags sooner
Why a sex break often leads to better sex
How to be more intentional once you start having sex again

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Why Taking a Break From Sex Might Be the Secret to Better Sex (ft. Catherine Drysdale)