22 Aphrodisiacs Do They Work?

Valentine's Day is just a couple of days away, and this show is about the holiday from a woman's perspective, whether you are in a relationship or not. I've been married for almost 30 years, and I want to put the holiday into perspective. My friends and I discuss the unrealistic expectations set by society and the impact they can have on mental health. The greeting card industry created Valentine's Day as a marketing ploy and its history, including the concept of aphrodisiacs. Brenda's guest mentions that she creates boundaries for herself and celebrates the holiday in a more meaningful and personal way, with her family and in a cozy manner. The show also gets into the topic of aphrodisiacs and the concept of herbal actions related to aphrodisiacs. I share different cultures, including the Greeks and the Chinese, who have documented their beliefs in aphrodisiacs and the use of herbal remedies. (Go To LLH Website) Book Recommendations

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The Sexual Herbal: Prescriptions for Enhancing Love and Passion, by Brigitte Mars A.H.G

Making Love Potions: 64 All-Natural Recipes for Irresistible Herbal Aphrodisiacs, by Stephanie L. Tousles

The Real Self Love Handbook: A Proven 5-Step Process to Liberate Your Authentic Self, Build Resilience and Live an Epic Life by Andrea Pennington

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Recipes

Brenda's Love Tea

Herbal Energy Balls

Fire and Ice Massage Oil

Chocolate Dipping Sauce (My Family Recipe)

Reference Links

Taking the Pressure Off Valentine's Day for Both Couples and Singles - Psychology Today Article

Dealing with Valentine's Day Depression - Anxiety & Depression Association of America article

10 Ways to Enjoy Valentine's Day Solo - Very Well Mind article

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