Pleasure Literacy in Midlife

In this week's edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Laura Zam on: Redefining Pleasure in Midlife Laura shares how her personal journey with perimenopause and intimacy led to a deeper understanding of sensuality, eroticism, and pleasure. She introduces a four-part framework—sensuousness, sensuality, eroticism, and sexuality—to help women reconnect with their bodies and desires at every age. Creative Confidence and Evolution From theatre to writing to public speaking, Laura discusses her lifelong commitment to creativity and how midlife has brought greater urgency and clarity. With growing confidence, she embraces her evolving voice and sheds expectations to stay true to her purpose. Everyday Rituals of Joy and Self-Care Laura's daily "pleasure thoughts" practice weaves together sensory experience, gratitude, pride, and intention. She shows how even small delights—a warm drink, a good lamp, a sweet memory—can become powerful sources of tranquility and resilience. Tranquility Through Proportional Pleasure In times of overwhelm, Laura turns to what she calls "proportional pleasure," using beauty, nature, and simple rituals to balance emotional intensity. It's a gentle invitation to anchor in joy, even amid chaos. Hit

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Pleasure Literacy in Midlife is an episode from Tranquility du Jour by Kimberly Wilson.

This episode is 43:38 long.

This episode was published on May 19, 2025.

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