Men, please help

Al

Alexa

My husband isn’t interested in sex with me..and when it happens, the experience is quick and emotionless. I’ve noticed he masturbates every day, assuming with porn. How do I talk to him about this without being a bitch?. I don’t know if it’s a porn addition or if he’s just not attracted to me anymore? Either way, how do approach this? Any honest insight is appreciated.

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Lu

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Okay. I'm a dude and I went through this from his side.It's probably not you. Does he have stress? Work, home, personal, extended family, etc? How is he sleeping? Is he exercising? He may have something in his mind, or be totally distracted, it even need a therapist to deal with some issues.In my case I was dealing with undiagnosed bipolar, depressive disorder, PTSD, and I had work and home stress.Masturbation is not a sign that he doesn't want to have sex with you. For many, it's simply a stress relief it a boredom reaction. Porn doesn't even always matter, even though it may be involved.This is likely not a reflection of you. Most likely, talk to him, let him know it hurts that it feels emotionless. Avoid casting or taking blame. Talk about the situation objectively, without saying "You're doing" or "You're not doing", as that could shut him down. Instead, say, "Sex has been feeling emotionless" or something to that effect.Then, note that stressors are probably involved, and is he willing to get checked by a doctor to see if there's a hormonal issue or if he can talk to a therapist about stress? Maybe say how much you want to go to the gym with him (huge aphrodisiac, and good for everyone too), or play a sport together.I get that it feels strange that you may have to take action to fix a problem with him, but he will feel less isolated, and the time may help, and the pheromones may start flying and great times can be had by all.Please, ask questions. I'm still working through my funk, but things are better now.

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Kenneth • Feb 24, 2019
I agree with him on this, plan a trip for the two of you and cater to him. Show him he doesn’t have to worry about anything and y’all focus on just the two of you.

Al

Alexa • Feb 23, 2019
Thanks for taking the time to help me through this! I truly appreciate your input! I will start with the conversation you suggested and see how that goes.