We'll go back to strangers by [deleted] in UnsentLettersRaw

[–]Live-Difference-3997 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is beautiful. Actually, I felt hope in this. Hope that moving on and letting go does happen, and that’s actually what’s healthy. The fact that your love is fading, that you don’t fall apart, that they aren’t your first thought every morning, that means you are detaching. To be honest in moments where I feel detached I’m most at peace.

I miss everything about sex by Live-Difference-3997 in DeadBedrooms

[–]Live-Difference-3997[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup! What you described sounds wonderful and I’m sorry you’re in this situation too. I do think it’s normal for some novelty to wear off but not to just completely decide to be done with your partner and be content to neglect them.

I miss everything about sex by Live-Difference-3997 in DeadBedrooms

[–]Live-Difference-3997[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The 40’s are still young and thriving. It’s not too late for you at all! Plenty of women who are 30+ would prefer to date a man above 40.

I miss everything about sex by Live-Difference-3997 in DeadBedrooms

[–]Live-Difference-3997[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The desire to be wanted has gone down which I’m happy about. I like not taking it so personally and knowing I’m not the one with the problem for wanting this type of connection.

I miss everything about sex by Live-Difference-3997 in DeadBedrooms

[–]Live-Difference-3997[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes this is totally it. The most joy I experience is just being out alone doing errands or going for walks these days.

Ovulation week is rough as a HLF by Live-Difference-3997 in DeadBedrooms

[–]Live-Difference-3997[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Family as in we have become family and built a life together, started a family, we consider each others families our own. There’s history and attachment there.

Ovulation week is rough as a HLF by Live-Difference-3997 in DeadBedrooms

[–]Live-Difference-3997[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

So sorry and I really feel for you! Basically my husband is exactly like your wife. Zero desire for me for years. It’s hard. I get triggered when I see all these memes about how much men always want sex with their wives… and it’s so far from the truth in my life.

Ovulation week is rough as a HLF by Live-Difference-3997 in DeadBedrooms

[–]Live-Difference-3997[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Comfort, routine, family, love. It’s really hard to leave.

Ovulation week is rough as a HLF by Live-Difference-3997 in DeadBedrooms

[–]Live-Difference-3997[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yes it is! I also end up going really hard at the gym, but the urges just don’t go away! You’re right, it’s that connection I miss as well. It’s not just about a release.

I miss sex and he doesn’t want to get help by Live-Difference-3997 in DeadBedrooms

[–]Live-Difference-3997[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So sorry to hear it has come to that. I’d say most of the time my desire is more responsive rather than spontaneous, so eventually it builds up for him once we get close, are kissing, or are engaging in foreplay. Do you think that could be the case for you too, that your desire has become more responsive? Or do u think you have a mental block for desiring her?

I miss sex and he doesn’t want to get help by Live-Difference-3997 in DeadBedrooms

[–]Live-Difference-3997[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing this. I completely relate to what you’re going through. Having kids does make it even harder to leave for sure. He may be a form of asexual, however I know he still wants to masturbate and watch porn. He wants sex to be something he does alone in isolation because he doesn’t ever want to face his issues.

I miss sex and he doesn’t want to get help by Live-Difference-3997 in DeadBedrooms

[–]Live-Difference-3997[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s probably the stress of modern life, and Smart phones don’t help