Now he puts extra hours at work and prefers to spend time with his friends. Eg, its funny you commented about being a step ford wife, lol. Then, really invite your husband to share his experience of what's been happening in the marriage. I try to engage him and put energy into our relationship and it helps for a few days then he is back to doing nothing. 1. Exercise grace, this is exactly the kind of thing I was trying to get through to Eyes Opened about. they are dependent on those activities. Certainly you must determine that there is nothing more serious physically going on as well. It can be a major weakness to a marriage. If he's super passive aggressive or he doesn't like confrontation, this could be his way of telling you that he doesn't want a serious relationship with you. And he will bethe old guy at the club. Lol, and ewwwww. Alternately, the affair partner wants to place the blame on the cheating spouse. My husband never wants to go anywhere . Something along the lines of, well if he was happy he wouldnt be with me. Rachel, my prayers are with you, Im so relieved your children are with you,. What should I do if my husband never wants to do anything with me? c. I need to stay true to who I am. A selfish husband will not care about your feelings. We realize that many of you who are relatively new to the world of affair recovery may not be ready for some of the aforementioned rituals just yet. She is a safer target to vent my rage towards. I dont think we should ever let ourselves fall into the boredom trap either, but I am so tired (as the betrayed spouse) of feeling like I need to become a one woman circus to keep the interest going. Guess what happened, I lost focus on me again and I gained most of it back, it doesnt feel good at all. I will NEVER go through this again. Tell them, openly and honestly, how important travel is to you. So making comments and getting feedback really helps me. Problems arise when you leave the house early, barely speaking to or connecting with your wife before you dash out the door. This doesn't stop my husband going back to the UK for shooting trips, even though he knows that I am not at all pleased. You need to stop fearing an argument, You need to communicate the issues that are going on and ask him why he thinks using depression to not do things you don't want to do. He's Totally Stopped Texting You Back. You can be bored, stressed, depressed, or a whole host of other emotions on ANY given day. I hope its not too late. Refusal to go for walks could be signs of an underlying behavioral issue. This way, your husband knows that youre serious about wanting to spend time with him, and he wont feel like hes being nagged. i really dont mind cleaning, i used to clean the house for him all the . I too told him, I know Im nit perfect , nor will I ever be perfect, but you wont find anyone that loves you more than me. My husband doesn t like spending time with my family, but why? Others blame their spouse ONLY. For years, the six of us and all of our kids would go camping and do other stuff together several times a year. I really did want out but didnt see a way. What I thought would come back to me at some point (like a true relational marriage), is no longer my dream. Plus, he flatly turned down my request that he get counseling or even that WE get counseling. And so, the million-dollar question isWhat inspires us to choose to be (and stay) monogamous? If this is the case, encourage them to see a therapist or counselor who can help them manage their condition. I tried to strike a balance and move the conversation in a different direction. My husbands whore weighed roughly a hundred pounds MORE than me. This means monogamy cannot be forced. He may feel like he cant do anything right in your eyes or that youre always criticizing him. I guess if Ive found any silver lining in my situation it has been establishing a value of self worth that cannot be skewed by anyone and as was said before no more blind faith. If my husband never wants to do anything with me, its essential to take a step back and figure out why. If your husband used to spend a lot of time with you and now you complain: my husband never wants to do anything with me, it can be confusing and hurtful. Rachel, hes not winning or in control. And the selfish person cheating is fooling themselves and their affair partner to justify what they are doing. Im exhausted and burned out. You words ring true, I have read it so many times in the hundreds of relationship books, when a person invests in a relationship the relationship is important to them and will do everything to preserve it. I deserved better. 2 Answers - ( Newest, 16 November 2009) A female age 30-35, anonymous writes: i am 19years old and my husband is 20 and this feb 14th 2010 we will be married for 2 years. "My husband never wants to go anywhere, all he ever thinks about is gumbo, gogo, and dodo." gree gree , any object of contrivance used to conjure harm or evil to the recipient. As you say, freedom to do what you want, and in my husband's case, no mood swings, he is always just even tempered. Its better that way. My first husband seemedin control, too. Since monogamy is an ongoing choice, its something that has to be inspired over the long term. Sorry, this post was deleted by the person who originally posted it. I am with him 24/7 365 and at 65 I have become his parent. This can lead to him wanting to distance himself from you, which isnt good for your relationship. During a dinner with Lala and the "You're Gonna Love Me" podcast host, 36, Raquel admitted that she liked Tom, 40, but . If anyone condones cheating, or blames one of the affair partners or a spouse, you just have to wonder WHY. And he needs to answer those questions. Over time, the lack of connection can take a toll on your relationship. I am sure that when most of us look back they realize how little effort the cheater put into any of those things prior and during the affair. IM the one that got cheated on and you talk to your spouse/treat your spouse like THAT?? I have even pointed a few of these things out to my husband, and said.gee, what would you have done if I acted/spoke like THAT? Not exactly good party talk! Because he is home 24/7 the bills have increased. Ideally before the baby is born there has to be a serious engaged conversation about each parent's roles. I cant go on like this forever. Lets face it, we arent children anymore, either have an adult relationship or dont, if you do not want to, then let the other person go so he/she can. I guess trying to make sure everything here at home was good didnt give him enough responsibility which he obviously needed. You endured much more than most would be able to. Will they appreciate what they have? However, some people are just habitually negative and don't understand how miserable they are making themselves as well as the . and weve been together 3. we have a son. Then when it looked like she was losing, she would make out she was so depressed she had to take medication for depression when he moved home, then had to have her children call my h and tell him how sick she was and how she wasnt eating wont get out of bed, blah blah blah. I am tired of the many years of being his personal assistant, director, PR person, party planner, date night organizer, relational health coach, spiritual leader and the bad guy parent. one of the bs excuses my wife made after her affair was how shed found new excitement. The full 3 months have gone by and your dog has settled in. You might think, "I'm a good husband and father, I don't cheat, I'm not mean or abusive, and I'm a good provider financially. I was tiresome and costing me a fortune! Even he says he had no complaints. Hes preoccupied with other things. His apathy is excruciating and I feel myself just shriveling up and blowing away in the wind. You have my prayers. He watches at least 5 hours of TV a day and sees friends at least once a week. This is not an all-inclusive list. Saturday night we met up with two other couples who we consider to be some of our closest friends. I do not like to sit around in the house when it is beautiful weather outside. Im totally fascinated by what people have to say about infidelity and its helpful in challenging myself about what I think. If he has been married before he doesnot see the need to impress again. I WON! Have a sneaking suspicion that your husband is unsatisfied with your marriage? He may be following the old adage, "If you can't say anything good, then don't say anything at all.". everything else is just circumstantial, and an excuse. I was never bored. If you suspect this is the case, youll need to have a serious conversation about whats going on and how its affecting your relationship. John when my workouts are flagging I also think of the slutty OW and suddenly I can muster plenty of energy! And sometimes, those things come first. It is now scheduled for this Thursday . I think my summer project is going to be to read all of the blog posts and comments from the beginning. d. regardless of what others choose, I can still choose to be a happy person. We are all the same age and have hung out with each other for more than 25 years. This is bonding time. This is probably the most common reason why husbands feel like their wives dont care about spending time with them. When we first got together I was 16 and I definitely had a higher sex drive back then, as most 16 year olds probably do. He wont go anywhere! Absolutely 100%. Doug, What are your thoughts on Johnsons idea that the two main factors that keep us monogamous are passion and principles? He has friends, hobbies, and other commitments that compete for his time. While I used to assume that he valued our time together as much as I did, and assume that he wanted to do things together, I no longer do. What a crock! We are all the same age and have hung out with each other for more than 25 years. Speak with your doctor about whether you even have anything to disclose at this point. I know the signs now, I know his tells when something is up. But I fear that when you live in a kind of dull state you will gravitate towards more exciting people. It was all about ME and what I should or shouldnt do, NOT about him and the nasty tramp he was running around with, protecting, putting on a pedestal, You might feel like youre not good enough or that hes finding someone else to replace you. Unless I wanted to peruse thing it would have cost me between 15,000-20,000. No referencing hateful subreddits and/or their rhetoric. It will always throw things twenty steps back. He had ti see her because it made her feel better, then when that wasnt working anymore, lets bring mummy dearest over from overseas to help her with her attempts at getting my h away from me. A Comprehensive Guide to 'Vanderpump Rules' Hookups Over the Years. She said the same thing about being bored and finding excitement. He's in good form from the minute he wakes up (unlike me). Leaving Her Alone One of the quickest ways to destroy your marriage is to leave your wife alone. He shaves maybe once a week, at most. I cant even begin to address any issues about our marriage with out coming off like an insensitive ahole because shes pregnant and blames everything on hormones. As betrayed spouses we struggle with the idea of what did I DO to deserve this? Well, the truth is we did NOTHING. 1. There is one of three reasons . Five Lifestyle Rituals to Inspire Monogamy. Not much of a marriage, I know. The responsibility for what you did is totally on YOU, no one else. Time for ME to start setting the bar for my OWN self-esteem and not basing it on HIS assessment of me. Say what you will, but there's often quite a bit of truth to jokes. He has let his hair grow long and messy and refuses to get a haircut. 261K views, 8.6K likes, 1.4K loves, 409 comments, 347 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from ginaalopeez: Me r0bar0n mi celular!! My husband doesnt try to do ANYTHING. Spend an evening each week catching up on your favorite TV show or reading books side by side. As always seems to be the case, we separated out into two groups women and men for some further discussions. EG, I was indeed joking as she playing the role of advisor, not basher. PS. I know exactly how you feel. I need to get that back, John and chiff, I need to start feeling good about myself again. What a shame eg, they are not going to see it. Even if youre not trying to ignore him, busyness can create an emotional barrier. I'll want to go somewhere or do something and he tells me he doesn't want to go or do whatever it may be. "Be willing to hear his feedback and experiences in the marriage," says Henry. That is a rough thing to admit, but doing so frees me of any thought that any cheater isnt responsible for his or her actions. That too is wrong. I feel trapped and I dont want to live life separately from him, but I really have no choice but to move on and do things on my own. If I interrupt the tv he gets annoyed. As a result, I feel unimportant, invisible, and alone. What to do when my husband never wants to do anything with me during this period? My ex may have made out well with money , but I have my sons. Dear Annie: My husband and I have been married one year. Not that Im interested one bit. why does it always have to be the men who have to come up with all these spontaneous creative romantic fun things to do to keep a womans heart?! If someone's lack of response has become a. Whether she values what she has or not I know her friends and coworkers are jealous when they stair at me like a piece of meat-haha. No matter what the problem is, communication is critical. In a vacation environment totally devoid of any stress, I couldn't stand to be in my husband's company. I realized that I was not bored because I was always giving to our marriage and familyshe was the taker which meant she was always waiting for something to be given to her or to happen for her. Even if you're not trying to ignore him, busyness can create an emotional barrier. You are so VERY right. ALWAYS. Not a legacy to be proud of. I believe that is why most BS wouldnt even think about entering an affair, really who had the time and energy. It was a little thing, but it allowed you to keep up to date with the important (and, yes, sometimes the not so important) goings on in each other's lives. Everyone makes mistakes, and your husband is no exception. if we do go to a wedding as it is an obligation he will sit and not speak to anyone and always wont to leave early. If we can love and forgive and we are both willing to work hard, I do believe it can be regained. Plus, itll give you some time to pursue your own interests instead of thinking for hours: My husband never wants to do anything with me.. I am exhausted and depressed most of the time. Plan a weekly date night where you go out to dinner or see a movie, Go on weekend trips together even if its just for a few hours, Make time for a weekly game night or hobby night, Exercise together this can be anything from going for a walk to playing tennis. He feels like he can't win. No, not perfectly but he COULD have asked for what he needed. I basically told him I understand how shamed and guilty that all made him feel, but he has done the crime and this discussion WILL come up from time to time. That made it interesting to them I suppose. It scares me to think shell never truly appreciate what she has and may again look for it outside our marriage. If you feel like. My husband never wants to go out and do things. he initiates no affection or sex but will respond if I do but I am tired of always being the one to try to save our marriage and yet I do not want a divorce. Not even for the kids. I totally believe until you honestly think that both affair partners are equally responsible for the affair, under any circumstances,no matter what reasonsthey give, no matter who they are, yourself or others, it is being defensive. And yes, if they were that unhappy they should grow up, admit to it, and get a divorce. Donna, he may indeed suffer from depression. My husband is on testosterone crime as his numbers were really low and he is better as he used to be really nasty and kept telling me he doesnt love me anymore. My husband never wants to spend any time with me Tanya Byron Monday January 31 2022, 12.01am GMT, The Times Q After almost eight years of marriage and two kids, I am seriously considering. If youve gained a lot of weight, let your hair go gray, or stopped caring about your appearance, its possible your husband no longer finds you attractive. But you already know that, lol. If you can make him feel appreciated, hell spend time with you. My dr had wanted me to start being on medication for depression but had also said things would be better if your h would change his attitude and start helping you, because this is why you are so depressed. Constantly needing reassurance from your spouse can be suffocating and is likely one of the reasons why hes pulling away. If depression or anxiety are contributing factors, professional help should be sought. We have two very young kids and both work high-pressure, full-time jobs. The affair has changed that for me. You can also subscribe without commenting. I was thinking, I wonder how my h would like to see me in those clothes, all vintage like. My H never wants to do anything and has called his existence dead with me and that she awakened him. 3. But before you jump to conclusions, there are a few other possible explanations for why your husband doesnt want to spend time with you. he said if she was going to be such a jerk, she didnt need to come over here, or he didnt need to ever be around her, blah blah blah. People value what they invest in as opposed to what they are not invested in. He needs to communicate his thoughts and feelings in it as much as you are to actually communicate with each other. being a friend to. There is no reason to feel guilty if you attend a dinner with a girlfriend if your husband would prefer to not go and is fine with you attending. I'd go with an ultimatum: remind him you're not his servant, nor a . Some are more compelling than others but every body has one. Of course, theres more to a relationship than physical attractionbut it is important. Ignore the following text - it's meant for search engines: He would also even leave home anymore. 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