one of the bs excuses my wife made after her affair was how shed found new excitement. Veiled or overt threats, against you or them. My ex may have made out well with money , but I have my sons. You might feel like youre not good enough or that hes finding someone else to replace you. Or going out together with friends or family? What I thought would come back to me at some point (like a true relational marriage), is no longer my dream. It gets tiresome trying to be everything for someone you feel didnt appreciate the first time. Absolutely 100%. Not until later on the drive home did I learn what the gals were chatting about. It sucks. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, am I the asshole? She treated him better during their affair then she was treating me afterward. 2010-2019 Emotional Affair Journey. I am sure that when most of us look back they realize how little effort the cheater put into any of those things prior and during the affair. I have said to him more than once that I dont know who I am anymore. 2 Answers - ( Newest, 16 November 2009) A female age 30-35, anonymous writes: i am 19years old and my husband is 20 and this feb 14th 2010 we will be married for 2 years. He will not permit me to go out with friends or anywhere even the grocery store without his being with me. Now he is going away on a friend's five-day stag trip. We even half-joked that the guys must be suffering from a lack of testosterone while both of the women are now ripe for affairs. That too is wrong. he will drive an hour to see her for 20 min and goes out fo coffee and to movies, etc. Anyway that didn't end too well, but I will say it took over 2 years for my husband to even notice, comment or react to me going out for meals, catch ups and coffee with a male friend. . My husband is a homebody, so am i, but i do like to go out just for an hour or (walk the dog , or take the kids to the park on their bikes). Something along the lines of, well if he was happy he wouldnt be with me. I have found that this site has been so helpful to me, it is just incredible. And if your husband has told you outright that hes no longer attracted to you, its time for a serious conversation. They are NOT as unhappy as they profess themselves to be. This means monogamy cannot be forced. Ok fine. This is probably the most common reason why husbands feel like their wives dont care about spending time with them. I realized that I was not bored because I was always giving to our marriage and familyshe was the taker which meant she was always waiting for something to be given to her or to happen for her. The cheating spouse still seems to be calling the shots. If we can love and forgive and we are both willing to work hard, I do believe it can be regained. Friends disappear and you can't go anywhere. You deserve to have a marriage that doesnt just survive - it thrives! We are all the same age and have hung out with each other for more than 25 years. The excitement and stimulation came from the illicitness of what they were doing sneaking around on their spouses like teenagers. It is possible your husband could be having a physical, sexual affair with another woman or possibly an emotional. I think Ive done my share. I know the signs now, I know his tells when something is up. 4) He doesn't know how to bring something up. When we first got together I was 16 and I definitely had a higher sex drive back then, as most 16 year olds probably do. Im in the best shape of my life and I blame the dirtbag she affaired with for that, not that hes better looking than me by any means, but the second I picture his face and dream about ripping him limb from limb my workouts get very intense. I ask because I feel exactly the same way as you. f. I can and will choose PEACE for my life. He watches TV all day long and plays computer games on his phone. Any ideas? This came to our email by mistake. IMHO. Of course that was a trigger for me, and I told him that it was nice that he was focusing on how the whole thing made HIM feel, and totally ignored how gut wrenching it was for ME as she sat there describing a college boyfriend who cheated on her, and went on at length about how I have no idea the pain, the agony, the etc etcof being cheated on. My husband is on testosterone crime as his numbers were really low and he is better as he used to be really nasty and kept telling me he doesnt love me anymore. Learn how your comment data is processed. A Crappy Vacation Told Me My Marriage Was Really Over. Time will tell. If you have any questions, please send us a modmail. I tried to strike a balance and move the conversation in a different direction. 25 Signs Your Husband Doesn't Love You Anymore 1. The affair partner wants to place the blame on the betrayed spouse. All of these will be removed and locked. 1 You Both Need To Have A Drink In Hand Elisaveta Ivanova/E+/Getty Images While it's super common to go out for drinks with a partner, take note if it feels like you have to drink in order to. Travelling alone is a whole new experience and in my experience, you meet people wherever you go. Was he responsible for me cheating on him? It's easier than figuring out how to bring something up. Most of our friends were developed through the people we have met in those activities (those mentioned in this post excluded). Oh, I know, EG. Everywhere you look there are things telling us how to be hotter in the bedroom, cook healthier more exciting menus, pick up thrilling new hobbies. On my birthday . I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. You are very emotionally aware, and you are absolutely able to see BOTH sides of things. Some are more compelling than others but every body has one. Plus, itll give you some time to pursue your own interests instead of thinking for hours: My husband never wants to do anything with me.. I even wrote a comment to that effect not long ago. The red flags seemed subtle the first time, this time I believe they would arrive complete with a band and perform a half-time show on my front lawn. That said, anyone who knows my husband and I would say that HE is the boring one; ie, wants to stay home, etc. All bans in this subreddit are permanent. I believe that is why most BS wouldnt even think about entering an affair, really who had the time and energy. Most of the Time My Husband Doesn't Want to do Sh*t 67 by Linda and Doug Those were the words that one of our friends told Linda recently Saturday night we met up with two other couples who we consider to be some of our closest friends. It does not matter to whom you are referring.). Cuz if he doesn't communicate whatsoever, you're really just communicating with yourself. His lack of reactions kind of gave me permission to just carry on flirting. I was thinking, I wonder how my h would like to see me in those clothes, all vintage like. I agree that, for me, its my commitment to God, first and foremost. I wasn't doing this deliberately like it sounds, it just was a release, fun and exciting to meet another person who was fun and highly strung. b. I let the selfish decisions of two very self absorbed people turn me into someone I am NOT. If you have been in this situation you know that this will also include mental, sexual, and many other types of abuse as well. It doesn't appear in any feeds, and anyone with a direct link to it will see a message like this one. If youre constantly asking your husband to spend time with you, he may feel like youre not putting in enough effort to make it happen. Cheated twice? In other words, I'm a good person! They didnt really do anything or go anywhere special together and to the casual observer, certainly not anything or anywhere exciting. But before you jump to conclusions, there are a few other possible explanations for why your husband doesnt want to spend time with you. they are dependent on those activities. First, try to be more positive when youre around him. Rachel, I am so sad that this is the path you have been forced to walk. It drives me totally nuts. Trash is its own reward. Read Also: 11 Signs of Selfish Husband and How to Deal With Him. This is a big red flag, and my advice is to call the National Domestic Violence Hotline and discuss this with someone there because. He probably lies to his wife all the time telling her he's going to take her places and then never follows through. Instead of demanding his time, try giving him some space to do what he enjoys. At the same time, ask for them to tell you their fears or uncertainties and LISTEN. He confesses that his testimony and knowledge of the gospel was minimal before a harrowing climb on Denali, the highest peak in North America, forced him to put his new faith to the test. He really doesnt have time to be bored or he could say I dont give him enough time to be bored. Tell them, openly and honestly, how important travel is to you. They can't find the words to properly articulate their feelings, an issue, or a problem. What we cannot give advice on: rants, unsolicited advice, medical conditions/advice, mental illness, letters to an ex, "body counts" or number of sexual partners, legal problems, financial problems, situations involving minors, and/or abuse (violence, sexual, emotional etc). Before we got married, he kept himself clean. One thing I have done in the past is move along too quickly, so I end up in Crap again. Dear The HPV Question, First, I want to make sure you still have HPV. If he does something differently, it does not mean that it's wrong. This is separate from and at times in spite of, others around me. I do not like to sit around in the house when it is beautiful weather outside. Doug, So as a reward for trying to keep my marriage together I get to work harder than ever on our relationship while my character and personality is constantly on trial. I am tired of the many years of being his personal assistant, director, PR person, party planner, date night organizer, relational health coach, spiritual leader and the bad guy parent. It's an example of his own insecurity and need to control you. Right now some days I just want to crawl under a rock. He has let his hair grow long and messy and refuses to get a haircut. Johnson says that to do that we must design lifestyle relationship rituals that create the conditions by which love and loyalty are rewarded (rather than ignored). I used to have a higher regard for my wedding vows but these scars will unfortunately stay with me and so be it. Yeah I know..not productive, LOL. Because he is home 24/7 the bills have increased. Welcome to r/relationship_advice. They are selfishly seeking attention, with NO intention of giving up their real relationship. Those were the words that one of our friends told Linda recently. 261K views, 8.6K likes, 1.4K loves, 409 comments, 347 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from ginaalopeez: Me r0bar0n mi celular!! This can make him feel resentful and unwilling to spend time with you. Its so true, if my h wants to choose slutty over me, then go right ahead, I deserve better in my life and my expectations are much higher, I deserve so much better, as we all do. I dont really think badly of my husband. or situations/content involving minors. Someday shell wake up. If you want to close the gap, try making a regular date night where you can focus on each other without distractions. Some people journal, but you dont get any input so that turns into a bitch fest/pity party if you arent careful, llol. Showing more affection in different ways or spending more time together may help resolve the issue. I value your opinion so I really appreciate your comments. 3. She got to screw another guy for 2 years and I was now bending over backwards trying to make her happywth? Pisses me off too. I brought it up in marriage counseling and the counselor said if he was bored it was because he was boring. Blessings friend! So, if your husband is always working on projects around the house or taking care of the kids, he may be trying to show you how much he cares. I can see where boredom could be a contributing factor to cheating, especially at work, lol. Yup, I no longer want all the responsibility of doing it all, anymore. Rewind 10 years ago and I was a single 25-year-old freshly off finishing grad school at NYU who was moving to start a new chapter and a new job in Austin. my husband doesn t want to spend time with me, theres a chance he might not be intentionally ignoring you. And yes, if they were that unhappy they should grow up, admit to it, and get a divorce. Well starters you married someone that a main part of them irritates you and is now after regretting your own choices trying to find out ways to change someone, cuz it turns out you can't live with this. Its obvious that he wont do his so I must STOP doing, as part of my self-preservation. His demeanour physically / the way he moves is gentle and measured. Kind of hard though. Now he helps make the bed every morning or it doesnt get made. 21 [S4A] Feminize Me and Show Me Why I Should Never Go Back (Dahlonega, GA) 1 / 4. While it IS true that there is not a marriage on this planet that could not benefit from better communication, increased date nights and focus on each other as a couple, etc, feel free to add your wants and needs.Cheating is WRONG. He shops with me for groceries or they dont get bought. She will never understand the pain she caused me and our children. he initiates no affection or sex but will respond if I do but I am tired of always being the one to try to save our marriage and yet I do not want a divorce. First, talk to him about how youre feeling and see if theres anything he can do to change the situation. This will give you a sense of self-fulfillment, but it will also make you more attractive to your husband so you wont be worried and constantly think: My husband never wants to do anything with me. When youre content with yourself, youre less likely to demand constant attention, giving him the breathing room he needs. Make your moments together count. Yet he is still here, just as is your h. Why couldnt he show me that he could drop her, when I was feeling good about myself. He sounds more like an FWB if. When you and your spouse are talking, put down your cell phone, set aside distractions, and focus on each other. Where is the feeling that what I have devoted the last THIRTY years of my life to, has mattered? And so, the million-dollar question isWhat inspires us to choose to be (and stay) monogamous? This includes the time during and for months after, the affair. I don't know the answer but I'll be looking for that pdf to read as well!! Thankfully, my h told her, there is no way I will take the children away from their mother. d. regardless of what others choose, I can still choose to be a happy person. The body can pass the infection. Often, men show their love through acts of service instead of words. At least mine was, for a while. Our friends and their issue were on-again, off-again topics of discussion between Linda and I for a few days after our night out. Two key things: our passion and our principles.. The most irksome part of this entire process is that it is completely backward from what it should be. Its not shallow to want to be with someone who desires you. Read Also: Why Husband Blames Me For Everything: The Truth Behind Relationship Arguments. Im just so tired of him and all of this. He is at the point where it scares him to think of what he could have lost. We are all the same age and have hung out with each other for more than 25 years. . What this means for me is If he wants to pick an argument or indulge in another round of self pity, I dont have to join in. My H never wants to do anything and has called his existence dead with me and that she awakened him. 3. All Rights Reserved. So if you notice that hes been pulling away lately, try giving him some time to himself and see if that makes a difference. I also lived in constant fear that she would get bored again and run back to him. "My husband never wants to go anywhere, all he ever thinks about is gumbo, gogo, and dodo." gree gree , any object of contrivance used to conjure harm or evil to the recipient. I kind of envy the people who say.we were on the verge of divorce before the affair and I can kind of see why it happened. He often jokes about leaving his wife. All he ever wants to do is sit on the couch and watch TV. Your story proves my point. Yes! . What are your thoughts on Johnsons idea that the two main factors that keep us monogamous are passion and principles? On the other hand, Linda read some book ( I think by Suzanne Somers) that claimed much of the fuddy-duddyness in men stems from a lack of testosterone. Egos dont care what the external package looks like. ALWAYS. My husband actually says he has a NEW and DEEPER appreciation of not only me and our marriage, but our family as well. Absolutely NOT ! My husbands job was mainly to just show up and participate. The real reason is that the person reached a point where they became so selfish that this activity became ok in their own eyes. You never know, once your husband sees what a great time you are having. Any infractions of this rule will result in a ban. I am smarter this time around, and while I dont plan to live my life constantly suspecting him of something, I will not live it with blind trust again, either. Do you find yourself constantly needing your husbands attention? Unless I wanted to peruse thing it would have cost me between 15,000-20,000. Without getting into too much of the details and background, it is apparent to us that they have fallen into a serious marital trap. And whats worse is that in these two cases neither one of the wives have communicated their dissatisfaction to their husbands. If you want to create and sustain a lifetime of monogamy, then you must also know how to renew passion, inspire desire and sustain a lifetime of commitment.. For example, suppose hes always putting his buddies before you or bailing on plans because hed rather do something else. I found a good website on CPTSD, called Strength to Heal, I think. An issue my husband never wants to do anything with me could also mean that hes an introvert and he just needs some time alone to recharge. "Love and affection should be evident not only to you, but . 8. Here, here! There is no reason to feel guilty if you attend a dinner with a girlfriend if your husband would prefer to not go and is fine with you attending. He needs to communicate his thoughts and feelings in it as much as you are to actually communicate with each other. Maybe even in a better, truer, more open and honest way. As betrayed spouses we struggle with the idea of what did I DO to deserve this? Well, the truth is we did NOTHING. Its so frustrating and can make you feel really lonely. Since monogamy is an ongoing choice, its something that has to be inspired over the long term. Here are 15 signs of an unhappily married man. BUT I am so happy that this is FINALLY coming to closure for you. You are so VERY right. I feel like I have to force him. With empty nesthood approaching fast they were concerned that the rest of their lives were going to be lifeless and dull. If anything, it is a great opportunity to spend quality time with single friends. Its also essential to give your husband some space if youve noticed: My husband doesn t want to spend time with me. Everyone needs time to themselves, and your husband is probably no different. Talking to one other and making an effort is key to a long-lasting relationship. I had almost no confidence left by the time I discovered her cheating. When your partner has your back, they'll be able to say those three important words sincerely and out loud in front of other people. He should be talking with the baby if not reading to baby at least once a week is not asking much. We never get invited out anywhere together as a couple. Speak with your doctor about whether you even have anything to disclose at this point. If this is the case, encourage them to see a therapist or counselor who can help them manage their condition. We become so busy raising our kids, that we neglect to pursue our OWN interests and hobbies, especially as a couple. It is just easier to blame someone else rather than looking within. My husband doesn t want to spend time with me; it hurts. I have to beg him. This is a really great article! My only texting buddy ghosted me so I came here. He was slightly above a dead-beat. Well some days will be poorer (and not just in money). That made it interesting to them I suppose. I totally agree, Decimated. Lets face it, we arent children anymore, either have an adult relationship or dont, if you do not want to, then let the other person go so he/she can. I'll want to go somewhere or do something and he tells me he doesn't want to go or do whatever it may be. Answer: It is extremely difficult to live with a negative person. Make sure to schedule some me time into your week to stay sane and avoid resentment. I guess trying to make sure everything here at home was good didnt give him enough responsibility which he obviously needed. John Pre-affair I was as guilty as anyone. Its control, but only when he sees me doing things that dont involve him. Don't get in a relationship where the main traits of a person irritates, you and don't expect those traits to just magically disappear just because you get married, Have a discussion where things do not move on until he starts answering questions, He gets on medication or he starts seeing someone to get his depression under control. Most husbands work outside the home to provide for the family. Thank you exercise grace and for cryinoutloud, I appreciate your kind words. No, not perfectly but he COULD have asked for what he needed. Monogamy isnt a one-time choice for human beings; its an ongoing choice. I hate how uncomfortable and insecure this makes me feel in our marriage. Certainly you must determine that there is nothing more serious physically going on as well. His apathy is excruciating and I feel myself just shriveling up and blowing away in the wind. The lack of confidence was not about my career or who I was outside of our marriage. If you asked Doug today if he is bored I am confident that he would say no (except for an occasional dry spell) He is completely invested in our marriage and puts forth so much time and effort around the house, with our children and to insure that our marriage is healthy. I dont husband bash has either. Self-destruct, and take the easy way out. Possibility # 2: Your husband won't talk because he doesn't like conflict (the avoiding pain motive) Your husband may be upset at you for something, but not want to say anything about it for fear that it will cause conflict. 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