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The James Altucher Show · February 21, 2026 · 0h 28m

Keeping the Spark Alive – Long-Term & Aging (a/k/a How to Maintain Great Sex) | Dr. Nicole McNichols Part 3

Dr. Nicole McNichols
Show Notes

In the final part of her series, Dr. Nicole McNichols and James Altucher explore how couples can sustain attraction over decades. They discuss the role of novelty, sex toys, aging, hormones, and communication in keeping the spark alive. The central takeaway: pleasure is not optional—it’s essential for relationship wellbeing.

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Highlights

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Novelty Rekindles Desire in Long-Term Relationships
To counteract routine, McNichols points to novelty—such as sex toys or new shared activities—as a way to maintain attraction.
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Editorial

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Pleasure Is a Human Need, Not a Luxury
Dr. McNichols emphasizes that sexual pleasure is fundamental to wellbeing and relationship health, not a dispensable indulgence.
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Aging and Hormones Can Be Navigated Through Communication
While aging and hormonal changes impact sexual function, McNichols stresses that open communication allows couples to adapt and maintain intimacy.
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