The article outlines the struggles of a man in a long-term relationship where intimacy has ceased, causing significant emotional distress. He feels increasingly isolated as the couple's dogs take precedence over his presence in the marital bed. The writer emphasizes the importance of candid communication about needs and desires, recommending a direct yet gentle approach to discussing these feelings with his wife. If the conversation does not yield results, seeking joint therapy is suggested to navigate deeper issues affecting their relationship.
If you allow someone to mistreat or disrespect you, it likely will happen again, escalating if you continue to accept it.
I am extremely unhappy that we are neither sleeping in the same bed or making love and I need that to change.
If there are impediments to you wanting to sleep with me, I need to understand them so we can try to become intimate again.
If you reach an impasse, insist on joint therapeutic help.
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