Hi everyone frustrated from Manchester UK

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Same. This was why I proposed separation to my partner. I don't want to feel guilty for going outside of the marriage even though I have been getting many offers lately. I haven't ever taken anyone up on their offer, but I have to admit that it's getting more and more tempting. While there is one person I am particularly interested in (and I think he is in me), nothing has happened. Separation is mandatory for 1 year where I live before divorce can happen. Even though we fit the legal definition for being separated, my partner tells me she doesn't want to be separated, but won't deal with her issues that are causing the strife in our marriage. I care about her, but I think of her more as a friend than a partner now. There is zero sexual chemistry between us. I don't see that ever changing until she gets help with her issues which she doesn't want to do.
You are a very decent, stand-up guy to talk to her about it and go without for so long. Sex is very important to many of us and should be a part of a healthy life. You have to do what is best for you. If you can't get her to go to counseling, go yourself and figure out your alternatives to make your life the best it can be.
 

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Curious how other guys are dealing with this. I have discussed separation with my partner because of it. I can't go on being trapped and having celibacy forced on me in my marriage forever. Nothing seems to change with my partner, and I have given up. I feel like I have a housemate, not a partner. It's been going on for almost 3 years now. I have always had a very high sex drive, but my partner has none at all. My partner has no interest in changing that.
May I ask how old you are and how long you’ve been married? How good was the sex at the outset?