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'Frustrated and disappointed': Women on being in a sexless marriage

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According to ABC News, women in sexless marriages are sharing how the lack of physical intimacy is affecting them emotionally—leaving them feeling frustrated, disconnected, and disappointed. But many aren't accepting this as permanent. They're taking active steps: having candid conversations with their partners about desire and expectation, seeking professional counseling, and working to rebuild the closeness they've lost. The stories suggest that revitalizing intimacy starts with vulnerability and honest communication—recognizing that a sexless marriage is often a symptom of something deeper that, with effort, can be addressed.

Source: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-01/women-on-wanting-t...

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