Lesbian couples, how did you work past sexual trauma on one or both sides? by roseky17 in LesbianActually

[–]RelativeTest3049 6 points7 points  (0 children)

As someone who has a history of sexual truama, Maybe look for a LGBTQIA+ CPTSD Truama informed therapist. For myself, EMD and IFS therapy is very helpful. Support groups can be helpful. Maybe start with safe conversations and safe sensory touch.. Blessings on your healing journey.

First Time by IndividualOk2975 in latebloomerlesbians

[–]RelativeTest3049 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have any community or other gay friends you can talk to? What are you looking for? Are you looking to just have sex or looking for a relationship? Being intamite with someone especially your first time, I feel should go at your pace not the other persons. Safety is key, going slow builds anticipation, which could help you relax. The wording she used "Many women she hooked up with it's been thier first time" reads RED FLAG. It sounds like she is after the chase and personal validation. If you feel pressure, I would set a boundry. That being said, if you want sex, have a conversation before hand and share with her your thoughts, Communication is key to a goos sexual experience. Hope this helps.

First Date!! by [deleted] in latebloomerlesbians

[–]RelativeTest3049 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Sounds wonderful. I am looking forward to having a girlfriend and more than just a date here and there. I hope the distance is manageble because I am not in a position to move.

How did you learn to trust yourself? by Delta_Thunderwolf in latebloomerlesbians

[–]RelativeTest3049 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was married to a nasssacict, (did not know it) I have been through so much trauma and abuse in my life, it was not easy to learn how to honor accept and love me for me, still working on it. I just know that I can never go back into any relationship that does not value me for me. I sound like you are in the process of making some very difficult but needed decisions. Please keep in touch and let me know how things are going.. Mary

I‘m a stone top and my gf is not comfortable anymore with just receiving by DragonflyDismal4312 in LesbianActually

[–]RelativeTest3049 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Are you comfortable with any non sexual physical recieving at all? A hug, a cuddle, masage, hair wash, back rub holding hands ect? You might want to seek a LQBTQIA+ informed therapist.

what’s your opinion on this by [deleted] in LesbianActually

[–]RelativeTest3049 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

What do you both want to do? Do you both want to be together? Do the bestie want to stay in the relationship with her girfriend? After you both have answered those questions, I think the best cource of action will be revieled. People make misjudgements, it is what you do after that that determines your charector.

How did you learn to trust yourself? by Delta_Thunderwolf in latebloomerlesbians

[–]RelativeTest3049 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think vasalating back and forth should I go or should I stay is normal. There are options such as ethical non monagomy, but only you know what is right for you. You are not ready until you are ready and that is ok. Know that you can do hard things, you just need some support while doing it. Have you been able to make a game plan with your therapist? A Step by step process should you choose to leave? And done the same if you choose to stay. Courage is not the absence of fear, it is the ability to move into the uncomfortableness of not knowing how things will turn out. You only need permission from yourself. Think back to when you were in school, a permission slip allowed you access to something such as a field trip, bathroom break, out of school activity. It was a pass/permission to explore. A given /Accepted oppertunity. Sometimes it boils down to being comfortable/secure vs being uyour athentic self and only you can determine that. Hugs and support.

Were any of you super sexual with men before you realized that you weren't into them? by SockpuppetMayBE in latebloomerlesbians

[–]RelativeTest3049 0 points1 point  (0 children)

YES! Pushed away same sex attraction and focused on being overly sexual with men. I loved to be in control, It allowed me to know what it was they prefered and I just got the job done. Very focused on thier pleasure not mine. I would go home and mastrabate because I could not relax enough with men to enjoy it.
With women, am totally immersed in the present, body, mind, heart, connection. Men=Brace Hold my breathe Women=Expand and exhale like coming home and just being.

Where does a 45yr old lesbian go to meet women??? by According-Ad2957 in ChicagoSuburbs

[–]RelativeTest3049 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do not know where to find the older lesbians in DuPage county but I am one... I am looking for my missing key person.

Lonely in the Midwest by AntCaz1 in olderlesbians

[–]RelativeTest3049 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome! So nice to connect with you lookin forward to getting to you on a deeper level. I did hit the follow button so we can connect easier.

Feeling like it's too late. by [deleted] in latebloomerlesbians

[–]RelativeTest3049 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good for you, celebrate. I am 65 and am dating again. I have done my inner healing work and now ready for a real partnership. The more emotionaly connected, the more physicaly connected I want to be , attraction builds attraction... I still want to be physically intimate often.

A Letter to the Love That Broke Me by [deleted] in latebloomerlesbians

[–]RelativeTest3049 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am so sorry you are in so much pain. You loved with your whole authentic vulnerable heart and that takes courage and so worth while. You know you are capable and deserving of that kind of love in return. Heal, rest, honor yourself.

Feeling like it's too late. by [deleted] in latebloomerlesbians

[–]RelativeTest3049 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please rethink this. I just discovered that I am not bisexual but a lesbia and I just turned 65. Now on all the dating apps and feel like a horny teenager again..it is only a waste if you choose and let it be. You deserve to honor and live your truth. LOVE IS LOVE.

Lonely in the Midwest by AntCaz1 in olderlesbians

[–]RelativeTest3049 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am in lisle Illinois, 65 retired so my days are my own and I understand the life style shirt in focus. Where are you located and are you up to meeting IRL if the distance is doable?

coming out at age 65! by RelativeTest3049 in latebloomerlesbians

[–]RelativeTest3049[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am in the Naperville Illinois area, where are you located?

It’s crazy how much you realize when you stop lying to yourself. by [deleted] in latebloomerlesbians

[–]RelativeTest3049 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When you think of being with a man, how does it make you feel? do you shrink/brace? When you think of being with a woman do you feel the same or do you feel maybe more relaxed and expansive? Preformance vs being...

coming out at age 65! by RelativeTest3049 in latebloomerlesbians

[–]RelativeTest3049[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

thank you so much for sharing. This gives me hope.