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Sexless marriage for over 3 years.

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LoveLifeBeHappy · 12/05/2019 20:22

Hey everyone, this is my first ever post.

I apologise if I've posted incorrectly.

I've been in a sexless marriage for over 3 years. I never imagined something like this would happen in my life. Everyday I wake up upset, sad and think about ways to make my life better.

My wife is very attractive, I'm 37 and she's 35. Because it's been so long, I just cannot get myself to be intimate with her anymore. I feel uncomfortable and don't seem to feel any sexual attraction. Like yourself, everything else is fine. We hug, cuddle and have the occasional kiss on the cheek. It's a very close but platonic relationship.

To control the urges, I go to the gym, meet friends and occasionally work late. We do spend time together too i.e. watch a movie on the sofa, go out for drinks/food, meet friends etc.

We have also had the conversation, but nothing really changed. We don't have any children, but I would like to one day. Based on the current situation I don't see that ever happening. I don't think we should have any children at the moment as I think it will drive us further apart.

I am very confused Sad

OP posts:
Countryescape · 06/12/2019 07:58

Still confused. Is it that you don’t want to have sex with her? Or does she not want to have sex with you?

Middersweekly · 06/12/2019 08:39

I think this was the right decision for both of you in the end. In time you will see that. Both of you are now free to meet other people if you wish and explore your sexual needs as free agents. I think moving forward you should perhaps think about starting divorce proceedings. It may seem final but I think it will help you move forward.

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