You might have noticed that your sexual desire changes throughout the month. Some days your body feels more awake, open, and sensitive; other times, you don’t feel much at all. That’s perfectly normal. During ovulation, levels of estrogen and testosterone rise, which can make you feel more confident, energized, and receptive to intimacy. It’s your body’s natural rhythm — not something you have to act on, just something to be aware of.

But desire isn’t only about hormones. It’s also deeply connected to how safe, relaxed, and emotionally close you feel. Stress, fatigue, relationship dynamics, and even sleep can affect it. Some people notice strong cyclical changes; others don’t. Both are completely normal. Your body isn’t inconsistent — it’s communicating.

Learning your own rhythm can help you treat yourself more kindly. You may discover that desire often appears when you feel rested, free, or happy, and fades when you’re tense or under pressure. That’s not a flaw; it’s wisdom.

Alma’s tip:

Don’t measure yourself by how much desire you feel. Lust isn’t a test of how “normal” you are — it’s a reflection of how you’re doing right now. When it comes, enjoy it. When it doesn’t, let your body rest. Listening to your body with kindness is the best way to understand it.