Ask Amy: Sexless marriage worries wife
Of course, men wrestle with this, too - but you have left your husband out of your narrative, which might be completely reflective of where you two are right now: Two devoted parents standing on either side of a 4-year-old.
Couples wandering aimlessly through the desert of desire can learn to talk about it, and they can reconnect if there is a mutual choice to try.
Sex - as you know -- really is a head trip. In order to try to break the pattern, you and your husband may need to retrain your thinking.
Check out: "Why Can't You Read My Mind? Overcoming the 9 Toxic Thought Patterns that Get in the Way of a Loving Relationship," by Jeffrey Bernstein and Susan Magee (2004, DeCapo Press).
Dear Amy: A year ago, I found a great job in my hometown, working for a store that sells CBD (products derived from marijuana that do NOT make you high).
My parents and in-laws were very excited and supportive, as were other friends and family. However, when I told my brother and sister-in-law, they found my new profession to be morally objectionable.
They made it clear that they could not support my new career. I have not spoken to them in a year.
Since they live across the country, I rarely see them. I don't miss them and feel relieved not to have contact.
My parents would like for me to mend my relationship with them. What should I do?
-- MJ
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