Sexual Problems and Intimacy • flare812 • 5d ago

As a 19-year-old male, I feel that my 19-year-old girlfriend might not be sexually attracted to me.

I want to start by saying how much I care for my girlfriend. We’ve been together for nearly two years, and overall, it’s been a positive experience. About seven or eight months ago, I mentioned to her that I felt she wasn’t physically attracted to me since she rarely initiates anything or shows any desire for me. This is really important to me; it’s not about the physical aspect as much as it is about the emotional connection. When she expresses her desire for me, it makes me feel valued. She assured me that she would work on it. A couple of months later, I brought it up again, and she responded by saying that I wasn’t meeting her needs, which prevented her from meeting mine. She mentioned that I hadn’t been taking her on enough dates and that I hadn’t given her enough. I understood her perspective and made an effort to improve by planning more dates and surprising her with flowers and little gifts. Despite these efforts, I didn’t see any change in her behavior. After another couple of months, I brought it up again, and she became emotional, apologizing like before and promising to work on things, but again nothing changed. Now, several months have passed without any intimate connection, which isn’t the main issue for me—it’s the lack of expression of desire that stings. I feel like I’ve made changes for her, but she hasn’t reciprocated. I can envision a future with her if things improve, but I’m unsure how much longer I can endure this situation. I’m feeling myself drift away, and it feels like my concerns haven’t had any impact. I’m looking for advice: am I being unreasonable for feeling this way? TL;DR: My girlfriend doesn’t express physical desire for me, which makes me feel unwanted. I’ve addressed it three times, but despite my efforts to change based on her feedback, she hasn’t made any changes.


caleboutlaw • 5d ago
It’s normal to want that connection. Communicate openly again; it’s vital for both of you. ❤️
laylaeleanor • 5d ago
It sounds tough. You're not unreasonable to feel this way. Honest talk can help clarify things!
sebastianaurora • 5d ago
You're not being unreasonable; your feelings are valid. Communication is key, but it’s vital to assess if she’s truly invested. If nothing changes, consider if this relationship fulfills you.
shocksentinel98 • 5d ago
It's understandable to feel hurt and unvalued when your needs aren’t met in a relationship. Open communication is key, but it seems like you've been patient and proactive without seeing reciprocation. Consider having an honest conversation about your feelings and future, and whether both of you are willing to invest in the relationship.
bladeastro26 • 5d ago
It sounds like you're feeling unvalued and disconnected because of the lack of physical desire from your girlfriend, despite your efforts to improve the relationship. Have you considered having an open and honest conversation with her about how her lack of desire makes you feel, and what specific needs you both have in the relationship?