4 Effects a Sexless Marriage Has on a Man

Have a question you’ve always been too embarrassed to ask? Send it to me: https://sexwithemily.com/ask If you’re in a relationship where sex has quietly disappeared, you already know it’s not just about the lack of sex. It’s the questions that start creeping in—is she still attracted to me? Did I do something wrong? Why does every touch now feel loaded? Let’s talk about what actually happens to men emotionally and relationally when a marriage goes sexless, and what you can do to start changing things without making it worse. ABOUT EMILY: Emily Morse is a Doctor of Human Sexuality, author and host of the #1 rated Sex with Emily podcast. Known as a renowned sexologist, Dr. Emily has helped millions of people around the world navigate their sex lives. Her candid and often funny conversations challenge cultural taboos, misinformation and awkward sex talks to create a future where people can deeply connect and embrace pleasure-filled lives. Because, life is too short for bad sex. CONNECT: Best Sex Ever Tour: https://sexwithemily.com/events Shop With Emily: https://shop.sexwithemily.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexwithemily/ X: https://twitter.com/sexwithemily Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sexwithemily TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sexwithemily Threads: https://www.threads.net/@sexwithemily WANT MORE? Visit the Website: https://sexwithemily.com/Includes FREE guides. Free Downloadable Guides: https://sexwithemily.com/guides/ Text With Me: https://sexwithemily.com/text Receive Sex Tips On The Regular: https://sexwithemily.com/subscribe Interested in 1:1 Coaching with Emily? Go to https://sexwithemily.com/coaching to apply! Chapters: 0:00 – Intro0:40 – What a mismatched-desire marriage feels like1:15 – Listener question: no sex in almost a year2:35 – Effect 1: You start taking it personally3:35 – Why this hits men especially hard5:00 – Effect 2: You pull away, even from affection6:35 – Taking sex off the table to rebuild touch7:35 – Effect 3: You feel disconnected and lonely8:10 – Seeking outside validation9:15 – What do you actually know vs. what are you assuming10:20 – Mismatched desire is common: building a growth mindset around sex Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices