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#RI-69ba78ac·4 months ago·
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Lookback: 20 years together

Stopped initiating sex after repeated rejections

My wife and I haven't had sex in 3 years due to her refusal. Recently, we started making out but couldn't have sex due to lack of protection and her removed IUD.

What I wish I knew
"How to address her refusal to discuss intimacy issues"
If I could tell you one thing
"Communicate openly with your partner about intimacy issues"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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