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What should I do if I feel that I no longer love my partner?

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What should I do if I feel that I no longer love my partner? By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

In our interactions, I feel she is not the right partner for me, as we frequently encounter friction and conflicts. Due to practical issues, it's hard for us to continue, as we wish to have children but are unable to. Therefore, I'm feeling exhausted and lately, it seems I'm not as in love with her as before, wanting to run away. I'm unsure of what to do.

Walter Walter A total of 5686 people have been helped

Hello, You seem confused. What if you don't love your partner anymore?

If you feel she's not right for you and there are always conflicts, you can choose to let go. As relationships deepen, there will be conflicts. Life is full of problems and opportunities. If we can use problems to make a better relationship, that would be great. If you can handle conflicts well, it will make your relationship stronger.

You say it's hard to move forward because of practical problems. You want to have children, but we can't. I'm tired and don't love her as much. I want to escape. I don't know what to do.

If this is unavoidable, face it. Talk to your partner about IVF or other options. Or, if you don't love each other, say goodbye.

If you don't love your partner and don't want to face the problem of not being able to have children, you can choose to let go.

I hope the original poster can figure out what he/she wants. I hope he/she can find peace of mind soon. The world and I love you.

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Desmond Desmond A total of 4110 people have been helped

Hello! I'm happy to answer your question.

You feel your lover is not right for you because of conflicts and arguments. You also want a child but can't have one.

You feel your marriage has failed and want to escape.

Your marriage isn't good. You have conflicts and can't have children. Love is beautiful, but marriage is realistic.

Marriage is about two people living ordinary lives.

Marriage is a long-term battle. It is different from being in love. You cannot sustain it just by liking each other. Most happy couples I know can talk through problems. They try not to get emotional. They find solutions.

Let's communicate more, be more tolerant and understanding, put ourselves in each other's shoes, give each other trust and companionship, and discover the good aspects of the other person. If your marriage has reached a point of no return and the feelings are gone, a peaceful and friendly separation may be a good option.

If your marriage is ending because of infertility, see a doctor.

Now that science and technology are so advanced, IVF is relatively mature. Don't miss out on the people in your life who are worth cherishing.

These are just my thoughts, and I hope they help. Congratulations! ?

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Bonnie Bonnie A total of 2433 people have been helped

Hello. Your partner and the practical issues around having children have made you feel tired and like your love for her is waning.

The key to marriage is whether you and your partner have the same needs. Intimate relationships have many elements. Apart from wanting children, can you still satisfy each other in terms of companionship, understanding, support, care, growth, and other aspects?

To keep a relationship strong, you and your partner must work together. Talk about your expectations for the relationship. Are you both honest with each other? Do you hide your thoughts and feelings?

Two people will have differences. How do you deal with them? Do you want to change the other person, or do you want to live with your differences? These attitudes affect how you handle conflicts and disagreements, and also affect intimacy.

Dealing with problems in a relationship means more than just solving issues. Emotions and feelings are also important. When both people understand each other's needs and emotions, they can work through conflicts to build a healthy relationship.

Ask yourself if you still care about her emotional needs and are willing to make efforts.

If you're confused, talk to your partner or see a counselor. Find a counselor with experience to help you understand your relationship better. The goal is not to reconcile or divorce, but to help you understand yourself and each other and plan for the future.

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Bella Bella A total of 3659 people have been helped

Hi, I'm Strawberry.

We often think that a relationship just needs time to get to know each other, adjust, understand, and tolerate each other so we can find a way to get along. But we often forget that there can be a big difference in values between two people.

There's a big gap in how we see things, so it's hard to find a way to get along.

The questioner has realized that their partner isn't the right person for them in their relationship. They're just tired of the constant friction and conflicts. It seems like other people are happy and harmonious in their relationships, and in comparison, the questioner feels like they can't find the same happiness and harmonious relationship as others because they're not a good match.

It's clear that the questioner feels there's a mismatch. The constant friction and conflicts show that there's a big difference in worldviews between the questioner and their partner from the start. The differences in thinking lead to the questioner and their partner having different views and decisions on the same matter.

As we get to know each other, we realize there are differences between us. We both want the other person to change and adapt, but we also need to recognize that love isn't about forcing someone to change. It's about understanding that we all have room to grow and evolve.

We all have to change while adjusting to each other to find a way of getting along that suits us both. There's no fixed template for this, and what suits others may not necessarily suit us.

I'm not sure what to do.

When there are problems in a relationship, it's important to recognize that both parties have issues and need to reflect on themselves. If you place all the blame on your partner, it can lead to the relationship ending, and the person who can't handle it will probably be the first to leave.

Love isn't based on conditions. The questioner didn't mention how they planned to have children. In the text, the questioner said she wanted children but couldn't have them. Faced with this, the questioner felt it would be difficult to continue with her partner.

When we choose a partner, we often think about growing old together and the happy times of having children and grandchildren. Now that our partner is unable to do this with us, it's a shame for them. It can also be a sensitive topic, so even if they don't love each other, they don't bring it up in the relationship.

If we fail to manage the relationship, we run the risk of losing the initial love. We can choose to make our choice clear, but if we give up on a partner because we want children but are unable to have them, we're not being true to ourselves.

☀️Seek help: When there are unresolved issues in a relationship, they can build up like knots that are hard to untie. If they aren't resolved, they can affect how quickly the two people can move forward together.

These days, it's not enough for the questioner and their partner to face and solve problems on their own. They need to seek professional help, persuade their partner to accept guidance and learn about intimacy management together, and truly identify the problems that need to be solved first.

Mutual respect is key. We all have different goals in life. The more you know about each other, the better you'll understand each other's needs. If you realize that your goals are too different, it'll be tough to find a way to compromise. If you're sure that you can't find what you want together, sometimes letting go is the best option.

The questioner wants a child, which is something they're pursuing. If it's not possible to achieve this with their partner in other ways, it'll be a regret. In this pursuit, respect yourself and your partner.

Sometimes love is about letting go. The questioner can talk to their partner about what they want and why. If the partner gets it and is on board, the questioner and partner will make the right choice based on what's realistic.

I hope my answer is helpful to the questioner. Best regards.

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Barrett Barrett A total of 4122 people have been helped

Good day. I am here to respond to your inquiry.

If you have determined that your romantic partner is not an optimal fit for you, and there is a high level of conflict and disagreement, and you have lost the affection you once had for her, you are uncertain about your next steps.

Furthermore, you are confronted with a practical issue: you are unable to have children, your desire to have children cannot be fulfilled, you feel somewhat disillusioned with your marriage, and you are seeking an exit strategy.

From your description, it appears that we are focusing on the negative aspects of your marriage. There are issues such as disagreements, conflicts, and the inability to have children. These are indeed challenges that require attention.

Your statement that you "don't feel that [you] love her as much anymore" indicates that you once had a strong, loving relationship and were able to overcome challenges together. It is only after experiencing the trials of life that you realize that, in addition to the emotional connection and physical distance, there is also the practical need to function as a couple.

Effective communication, tolerance, and understanding are essential for fostering positive interactions between two individuals. However, when faced with challenges, it's common to focus on perceived shortcomings rather than recognizing shared strengths.

Regarding this practical issue, I believe you had the option to address it when you first started working together. It would be unproductive to use this as an excuse to avoid it now. That approach would only cause harm and should be avoided. Instead, it would be more beneficial to address it collaboratively and find a mutually agreeable solution.

If, after making a good faith effort, it becomes apparent that reconciliation is not feasible, there is no harm in pursuing a mutually agreeable separation. As long as there is no ill will or harm done to the other party, and the relationship is allowed to end on a positive note, this course of action should be acceptable.

The aforementioned views are my own, and it is my hope that the original poster will be able to understand them.

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Ansel Thomas Life is a dance of light and dark, find the balance.

I can relate to how complicated and tough this situation must be for you. It sounds like there are a lot of factors making it difficult to move forward, especially the emotional strain and unmet desires. Maybe taking some time apart could help clarify your feelings.

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Walter Anderson A teacher's love and attention are like the sun and rain to a growing plant - essential for growth.

It seems like you're carrying a heavy burden with all these challenges. Sometimes love isn't enough on its own, and other aspects of compatibility become crucial. It might be helpful to talk openly about your feelings and concerns with her or even seek guidance from a counselor.

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Merlin Davis A life filled with honesty is a life filled with light.

Feeling drained and less in love can happen when facing continuous issues. It's important to consider what will make you happy in the long term. Perhaps discussing your future expectations and seeing if they align could provide some clarity.

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Travis Miller A person's capacity for forgiveness is a sign of their inner peace.

This is such a personal and sensitive matter. It's clear that you're conflicted and unsure of the best path. Having an honest conversation about your feelings regarding children and the relationship could be a starting point to finding a solution.

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Lionel Anderson The power of time is in its ability to bring perspective.

The desire to escape indicates how overwhelming this may feel for you. It's not uncommon to have doubts when things get hard. Evaluating whether the relationship fulfills your needs and dreams, including having a family, is essential at this stage.

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