The Menopausal Minute

The Menopausal Minute

When Slowing Down Isn’t Enough

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Allie Theiss, MSc CSC ABS IFN
Feb 19, 2026
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Slowness is often recommended when desire fades.

Move slower.
Take your time.
Build anticipation.

That advice can help.

It doesn’t solve everything.

Couple sharing a tender moment in black and white.
Photo by Hoi An and Da Nang Photographer on Unsplash

Desire requires more than pacing.

Emotional safety is the foundation.

When pressure is present, the body registers it immediately.

Expectation tightens the chest.
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