There are various definitions of a sexless marriage. Some experts say that it occurs when spouses have not been intimate within a 6 to 12-month period. Others say it is having sex with your partner less than 10 times a year. Whatever the definition, it is clear that “sexless” marriage is a problem when one or both spouses are dissatisfied with the frequency of sexual relations.
It may be that your relationship became sexless, or there has been infidelity and affairs. You may have ended up in a sexless marriage or haven’t yet learned how to date and be in a relationship. You know you want a fulfilling relationship or sexuality that feels healthy for you, but you just don’t know how to get there.
Being in a happy sexless marriage can be equally, if not more frustrating than being in an unhappy relationship. If you and your spouse are wildly in love and prioritize spending time together as an important part of your relationship, why aren’t you connecting on a sexual level?
Not everyone is comfortable sharing the ins and outs of their lives with a stranger, but therapy can be beneficial. Whether you’re attending with your spouse or solo, a counselor can help you understand what’s going on in your relationship.
For those who are struggling with sexuality in their relationships, so many men and women see male sexual desire as a problem. It is needy and persistent. It insists on being satisfied. And, so often men look to their partners to help them solve this problem.
Life is too busy for a sexless marriage. Sex, and the “work” that’s necessary to make it good and enjoyable, require skills that most are not taught.
Erectile Dysfunction, commonly known as ED, is a major sex issue around the world. The men and couples who seek me out to help them deal with ED, often don’t actually have ED.
