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