Is my relationship normal // am i wasting my time?

I have been dating my boyfriend for 6 years, we are both in our mid twenties. When we first started having sex we would get it on like rabbits. But about a year and a half ago things slowed down, Now we are at the point when have sex maybe 3 times a month. He just doesn't initiate anything with me. Whenever we do have sex and I bring up trying something new he seems extremely un-interested and just does the same routine that he does all the time.

Also we have problems with his family, they aren't too keen on the fact that I am a different religion than them. I am technically catholic but I do not practice, I am more agnostic than anything. Religion is not a big deal to me at all. I rarely ever see his family but when I do they are very cold, they haven even spoken different languages around me.

One last thing, I met someone online, I have been talking to him for a while now and he makes me feel so special, but I don't want to throw my 6 year relationship away for someone I just met.

Just a few things: No, he hasn't gotten a stressful job. No, I have not gained weight or let myself go in any way. No, his family has not pressured him about me (as far as I know, he could be lying) and he is the only person I have been with.

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Based on 92 votes (36 yes)
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Comments ( 13 )
  • ruralfrights

    One of the following: 1) he's gay. 2). He's cheating. Figure out which. Try talking to him too.

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  • deepthought33

    All right so you haven't let yourself go but...has he? He could have the same insecurities about his body as anyone else and, even if it is barely noticeable to you, may bother him more than he might let on.

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  • LikeABoss

    You're wasting your time. I obviously don't know the personal details of the relationship but if there's no sex, there's no passion, & I doubt there is much else. You're wary to leave him because you're comfortable since you've been with him for so long. I think it's time to spice life up & try things with this new guy.

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  • lowrider

    Sometimes stress can cause this to happen or being on medicines,ect

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    • Katherina

      He does't have a stressful job!!!! read her story!!!!!!!!!!

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  • Rip off his pants and drink his seaman!!!

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  • mimzah

    just tok 2 ur man let hm knw hw do u feel. And plz dnt throw hm away becos of sum1 new.

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  • Laena

    What you described early on ib your relationship is normal as time progresses it is also normal for couples to go through lulls. If you're really upset about the lack of sex, try talking to him about it.
    I don't think the religion has anything to do with the sex. I'd be curious what religion he is. You might want to tell him that it hurts you when they switch languages in your presence. Families and religion are a tough thing to deal with.

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  • austindude69

    Sex is the glue that binds a relationship together and without it you fly apart. If you want to be in this relationship have a talk with him. Try watching some Porno videos together and find some new things you want to try, find out what really turns each of you on. Many guys are addicted to video games/online gaming and aren't interested in pussy like they should be. If this is his problem tell him that you need the glue back and then move on if he can't deliver.

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  • bazwell

    I wouldn't encourage you to discard a 6 year relationship just because you are not having your oven warmed up as often as may be the norm. Of all the responders, Osakahoopline gives some of the most useful and constructive suggestions: communicate.

    Jumping to conclusions like whether or not he is cheating, whether or not you should cheat or move on to another relationship wouldn't really be helpful. Many long-term relationships including marriages as well, often become less and less focused on sex. This is usually a natural process in which the couple has sex less frequently and refocuses their energies on other aspects of their relationship..their partnership. This is not to suggest that your sex life with him is over. No, it doesn't have to be.

    I recommend you have that discussion with him. Then also discuss with him the feelings of disrespect you get from the treatment of his family. If it is fruitful and you determine that this is a relationship you want to salvage..then get to work! Check out this link (http://www.getromantic.com/passion/spice_up_sex/seduce_your_man.html) and this link (http://www.glamour.com/sex-love-life/2010/02/10-ways-to-seduce-your-man-in-seconds#slide=1) and this one (http://www.buzzle.com/articles/seducing-your-man-in-bed-and-out-of-it.html). If you feel that these are all a waste of time, then you may be contributing more to his distance than you realize.

    Best of luck to you!

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  • n2645t

    hmm, it does sound odd!!
    I mean does he spend more time with you than his friends? And i dont understand why he is not interested in having sex with you! 3 times a month is unusual! Are you trying to hard sometimes? try chilling out abit and let him come closer to you! if he dosent then something is really wrong!

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  • Osakahoopline

    I know this sounds really simple, but have you just tried asking him about it?

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  • dice

    he is cheating on u i am a guy and i know what i am saying u can't be in the in the mid of twenties and only have sex for 3 times a month or maybe he is gay

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