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Boyfriend said he couldn't help himself. [Content warning: concerns sexual abuse/rape]

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Whattheactualfk · 24/06/2021 23:46

I was lying in bed with my boyfriend the other night and he began feeling me up. I was a bit tired so not hugely into it but going with the flow. He asked if I was still sore as we had rough sex the night before. I said "yes", at which point he sat up, moved so he was facing me, lifted both my legs in the air and entered me.

I was a bit surprised by this as I thought saying I was sore was an indication that I wasn't up for more sex. But I went along with it and tried to encourage it to be over as soon as possible by faking orgasm.

He then said "I'm sorry, i couldn't help myself" afterwards and went back to sleep.

I've had similar incidents with other men and I always feel I act extremely passive in these situations. Like I can't just say no.

Although the other night he wanted me to use a toy in front of him. Then he took control. I pushed it away suddenly because the setting was too high and it hurt and, so I said "stop". He said "no keep going, I want to see you come". I said stop again and tried to push him off. Then he saw my face and said "stop for real?". This feels like a miscommunication but saying "stop" clearly without an agreed BDSM type scene means.. Well.. stop.

I felt quite unsafe but then guilty because he showed instant remorse and said I should have tapped him on the arm.

I freeze up when I feel scared and that makes it hard for men to realise they've crossed a line. I dunno I guess I just wanted to get someone else's perspective and advice.

OP posts:
PrinnyPree · 25/06/2021 07:20

Anything but enthusiastic consent is not consent OP, he is assaulting you and the physical harm he is doing to you is not sexy or normal unless you are 100% into it too and have discussed strict boundaries. He is abusing you. Do not tolerate this, no means no, please get out of this abusive manipulative relationship. Xxx

Rubyrecka · 25/06/2021 07:23

@Sonarl

He's watched too much porn. Get rid.
This. But you also have your own issues that you need to sort out.
sallievp · 25/06/2021 07:25

I could cry for you reading this.dont you deserve better? This is absolutely not normal.

Deathgrip · 25/06/2021 07:29

Just to add - there are two separate issues here:

  1. He feels entitled to do what he wants to your body without even trying to gain consent, knowing that you’re already in pain, he crosses lines with no discussion. That’s the big immediate and urgent issue. His response to you telling him you were in pain is really shocking.

  2. You struggling to set boundaries or say stop is a separate issue - this isn’t happening because of this, as a decent partner wouldn’t be putting you in the position of having to stop him because they’d already know whether you wanted to do things or not.

layladomino · 25/06/2021 07:33

So shocked. Someone who cared for you wouldn't do this. He knows he's causing you pain and that doesn't stop him. Worse - it seems to turn him on. He chooses to inflict pain on you.

And your concern that if you say no to him he might be upset or leave is a concern in itself. Your feelings and wants (and not wants) are as important as his. In a normal relationship, there are equal partners, who look after each other and respect each other. And they would hate the idea of hurting the other.

I suspect you feel 'less than him' in other areas of life. Well you're not. In fact you're much better. You don't inflict pain on other people for your own kicks. Please end this relationship. It won't get better and could get very much worse.

mangoontoast · 25/06/2021 07:36

@FTEngineerM

That's not difficult for men to understand, we use non verbal cues in all aspects of our life

The situation is obviously totally one for the OP to leave and get herself some help BUT the OP is in fact using non verbal cues to pretend to enjoy it ie. fake orgasm.

No no no no no!! OP faked the orgasm because she was already being raped and wanted it to stop! I can't believe you're making excuses for him.

OP, you did nothing wrong. You did NOT give mixed signals. Not saying no is not consent. Consent should be enthusiastic. He knows this. He's scum.

thinkingaboutLangCleg · 25/06/2021 07:39

He's watched too much porn. Get rid.

This. Your ‘mixed messages’ are no excuse. He’s a rapist.

Do consider having counselling (for yourself, not with him) to help improve your self-esteem and set boundaries.

Eviethyme · 25/06/2021 07:46

He is abusing you and using sex as a disguise.

MrsRagnarLothbrok · 25/06/2021 07:46

this is very disturbing to read, he is not respecting you or your wishes, get out of this relationship and get help with your self esteem so that you are able to stand up for yourself and have your wishes respected, this is very much not ok

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DoingItMyself · 25/06/2021 07:50

Er, OP. Leave him. Today.

Standrewsschool · 25/06/2021 07:53

@PickAChew

He's raping you.
This
DysmalRadius · 25/06/2021 08:02

This is hard to read and awful to consider, so I can't begin to imagine how horrific it must be to experience. Please don't stay and give him more opportunities to assault you - you deserve better. Flowers

MrsMaizel · 25/06/2021 08:10

I've had similar incidents with other men and I always feel I act extremely passive in these situations. Like I can't just say no.

I know I go along with stuff without expressing what I really want.. I guess I feel i don't have a say and worry he won't want me if I don't do what he likes

You need to get therapy and be on your own for a while .

66babe · 25/06/2021 08:15

You are definitely being abused
He has abused the fact that you occasionally like the BDSM scene and is using that to rape you without your consent .. to leave you crying ! In pain ! Upset !
No darling you are worth a lot more than this
Leave this absolute fucking wanker piece of trash today
I care not for finances property possessions
Take what you need and go to family friend of a refuge such as Women's Aid if you need to
Today
We are here for you

thepeopleversuswork · 25/06/2021 08:17

He's an abusive arsehole who enjoys causing you pain. LTB. Seriously.

ginghamtablecloths · 25/06/2021 08:20

This is horrible OP, I haven't RTWT as it sickens me. Neither of you has proper boundaries about consent. He must have got his horrible ideas from porn as he does not respect you - you're just a 'thing' to give him pleasure. This is not a loving relationship between two people who care about each other.

End the relationship and spend some time alone. You've had other bad experiences so try to build up your self-respect and confidence. Men like this home in on soft, gentle characters who don't say no to them. You're worth more than this OP.

Quartz2208 · 25/06/2021 08:20

Yes rape crisis - he is both actively raping you but also pushing your boundaries in terms of what you will accept in terms of violence (rough sex is violent sex here) and I think is only going to get worse.

You know I think that the remorse isnt real and a tap would not have made a different.

Do you live together - is it is easy to break up with him. Then please access some counselling I suspect there is a backstory with the passive behaviour that needs unpicking with a professional

Shoxfordian · 25/06/2021 08:27

He’s a rapist
Please call rape crisis or women’s aid for some help. Do you have family you can stay with? You need to take steps to leave him today

Iminaglasscaseofemotion · 25/06/2021 08:33

He did that to you because the thought of you being in pain turned him on. Is that the type of person you want to be with. He's enjoying hurting you.

EwwSprouts · 25/06/2021 08:35

He is not going to change for the better. Whatever crap he spouts he neither loves nor respects you. Time to end the relationship.

Soubriquet · 25/06/2021 08:36

@Iminaglasscaseofemotion

He did that to you because the thought of you being in pain turned him on. Is that the type of person you want to be with. He's enjoying hurting you.
If nothing else gets through to you, ensure this does.

He enjoys hurting you

Jabbinell · 25/06/2021 08:36

He is an abusive POS. I am so sorry OP he has made you feel you are complicit and somehow to blame. Get out now and get some support for what you have been through.

ikeepseeingit · 25/06/2021 08:41

I’m sorry, he took off his belt and started hitting you without any prior discussion and you think it’s your fault? No fucking way, this man is abusive. You have so much more worth than this OP. Also, in your next relationship don’t allow any bdsm/rough sex until you know that he will treat you properly. That kind of stuff can be fun but you have to actually be able to trust your partner to stop.

Can you contact women’s aid? You have been assaulted and are feeling vulnerable which is completely understandable xx

catsdontgiveafck · 25/06/2021 08:41

People may have posted this on the thread, but places you can get help are below:

Womens Aid have a live chat service on their website (as well as other support. There are 'exit site' buttons which will clear the website to a neutral one - google)
www.womensaid.org.uk/information-support/

There is also a 24 hour helpline www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/
0808 2000 247 (freephone).

Both services can help you talk through what is happening, and how you feel, and what you might want to do next.

And to emphasis what others have said, none of this is your fault or because of anything you have done. It is his behaviour, and his responsibility.

Take care x

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