Had to read the recent article in Everyday Health about "Sexless Marriages and Relationships" and if they're normal. The article states that "as many as 40 million Americans in romantic relationships scant on sex — and some of them are perfectly happy with it." This reminds me of the character in the TV show, Frasier, where Niles seems to be unattracted to his wife. Their relationship is based more as friends than lovers. At one point, you are led to believe Niles married Maris for her money (yet in one episode it is revealed he truly loves her)... and yet, he is completely attracted to another woman (and has no problem with his displays of attraction towards her). Mostly, the viewers are led to believe they have a sexless marriage. Is Niles truly happy? It seems he is content, but not "over the top" happy in his marriage.In my intense, full-day coaching sessions for couples, I find that men contact me for Couples Coaching due to lack of sex in the relationship, whereas the women contact me for Couples Coaching due to lack of communication in the relationship. I help both individuals learn to communicate - which in turn creates a happier, sexier marriage! Realistically, a sexless marriage or relationship can only be normal if they both think it is, and they are both happy about it. |





