Conversations with Dr. Jennifer

What to Do When Your Spouse Hates Sex

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Jul 26, 2023
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INSIGHT

Duty Abstinence vs. Duty Sex

  • The lower desire partner has de facto control in the sexual relationship.
  • Duty abstinence is different from duty sex because the higher desire partner lacks agency.
ADVICE

Managing Duty Abstinence

  • Higher desire partners should practice differentiation and self-soothing.
  • Tolerating unwanted abstinence can lead to resentment and loss of autonomy.
INSIGHT

Owning Sexuality Without Validation

  • Owning one's sexuality can be challenging when their partner removes sex from the relationship.
  • It's crucial to maintain a healthy sense of self and sexual identity even without a partner's validation.
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