The article discusses the common issue of mismatched sexual desire in couples, often blamed on the female partner. However, it argues that many factors contribute, including hidden emotional and relational forces. The first hidden culprit mentioned is the burden of stress, where women often carry the majority of emotional and household responsibilities, even succeeding in their careers. This hidden labor can significantly dampen libido, illustrating that solutions require understanding these underlying pressures rather than solely focusing on hormones or prescriptions.
Stress kills libido, but in more than one way. For example, having a stressful job, concerns about the economy, or caring for an aging parent can all dampen desire. But stress operates in an interdependent, relational way, which is equally pernicious.
In many heterosexual relationships, women carry an invisible but heavy load. Even when they're killing it in their careers, they're still doing the lion's share of emotional and household labor.
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