Why Men Shut Down in Sexless Marriages? | The 'NEW' Marriage | Ep370

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Jan 29, 2026

They explore why many men emotionally shut down in long, sexless marriages and how stonewalling differs from healthy stoicism. The conversation maps out reasons men check out instead of leaving and the risky behaviors that follow. Practical approaches for re-engaging, gratitude as a repair tool, and intentional steps to rebuild connection are highlighted.

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Long-Term Emotional Shutdown Example

A 42-year married man told Cass he 'just shut down' because he was never allowed to feel as a kid. Cass tried to dive into his history but the call dropped, illustrating long-term emotional avoidance in marriages.

INSIGHT

Stoicism Versus Stonewalling

Men who 'shut down' often present as stoic but actually avoid emotional processing and stonewall. True emotional intelligence means processing emotions in real time, not withdrawing.

ANECDOTE

Rage Bookends Then Withdrawal

Cass shares his past pattern of rage followed by ignoring Catherine for days, showing bookend behaviors around conflict. His example illustrates how shutdown often pairs with earlier explosive reactions.

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