Healthy Loving Institute

Feeling unsexy? It’s okay – everyone hits those low days sometimes. If you’re just not feelin’ it but want to get back into the mood, here’s 5 easy things you can do to boost your sexual self esteem!

1. Lace up that sexy lingerie
Even if your work uniform is decidedly unsexy, you can still wear your lacy intimates underneath. Just knowing how good you look underneath can really give your mood a boost.

2. Disconnect from distractions
It’s not very sexy to check your email, your Facebook, your text messages, your mail, and what new shows are on Netflix. Don’t settle yourself into distractions, instead focus on engaging yourself in positive things.

3. Get worked up
Sweating in a gym full of grunting people lifting weights isn’t exactly sexy, but getting your body moving is! Re-energize yourself (and your libido) with 20 minutes of yoga, running, pilates, or any workout that gets your blood flowing.

4. Fix your environment
Dirty laundry, an unmade bed, and dishes in the sink are not good mood-setters. Instead, take some time to spruce up your living space and add some romantic touches. Dimmed lights, candles, soft music, and a clean & comfortable bed can take your libido from zero to “ready to go!”

5. Stop stressin’
Stress can seriously bring down a person’s libido. It’s not so easy to remove stress from your life completely – but you can set yourself up to ignore the stress for a few hours. Take a bubble bath (without your phone or laptop!) and spend time pampering yourself and not thinking about stresses. You’ll be much more in the mood!

Feeling sexy is an important part of life, and one that we tend to forget about as we get older. Stress, work, and other life obligations get in the way of taking “me-time” to feel sexy, energized, and happy. Thankfully, there are ways to feel sexy amid the stress of every day life:

1. Get Your Beauty Sleep
While going to bed early and getting a full 8 hours may seem very un-sexy, it actually can be one of your biggest helpers in feeling sexier. Being well rested can improve your complexion, reduce stress, and give you more energy! Feeling rejuvenated after a good night’s rest will give your libido a big boost.

2. Eat Your Vegetables
Eating frozen dinners, fast food burgers, and microwave meals every day may save you time, but it won’t leave you feeling good. Your body gives back what you put into it – so load up on fruits, veggies, and good food to fix your energy and your libido!

3. Get Off The Couch & On Your Feet
Sitting on the couch watching reruns every evening is not sexy. Spend a few nights each week doing something active – yoga, hiking, and walking are all easy activities that will get your blood flowing.

4. Bring Your Inner Beauty Out
To feel sexy, you need to feel beautiful inside and outside. Wear clothes that make you feel confident, and spend time pampering yourself. Your confidence will radiate and make you feel sexier!

5. Get Your Me-Time In
How can you feel sexy when you’re busy running to meetings, making dinner, and taking your kids to soccer practice? It’s hard, but try to reserve some “me time” as often as possible. Even having an hour to relax in a bath can help you feel sexier.
What do you do to help yourself feel sexier?