Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. I agree with everything Phil wrote. Shes an impulsive spender. Eventually it reached a crisis. My husband and I have a happy family with children and grandchildren, and we share several interests. Its very rare for me to come across a guy who does not have simple tastes. Allama al-Munawi (Allah have mercy on him) states: "Foreplay and passionate kissing before sexual intercourse is an emphatic Sunnah (sunnah muakkada), and it is disliked (makruh) to do otherwise." (Faidh al-Qadir, 5/115, See: Hadith no. But, if youve never enjoyed going out to parties with your wife, I wonder how good you were at hiding it? He is 4years older than me and just doesnt want to do anything. Your husband may not even be aware of what he has done and how it has affected you. Life is short. The point is that insecurity takes many forms, and even if your spouse doesnt recognize it, its likely at the root of their problems. He is selfish and deserves to be alone. Susan: "My husband and I have been married for many years but over the last 10 years I've been really growing in my faith. Nagging your husband (or wife) will make them 'get it.'. etc. Thats why I say both sides make good points. Turns out she had been doing that though since about our second year of dating, so I dont really believe my introversion was her reasoning. I want to come home late at night, pay the babysitter and have great sex. In short, I need friends and he doesn't. Being able to talk openly and honestly with one another builds a foundation of trust, and sets expectations well before conflicting views or ideas lead to fights. And thats true I do that, he never questions me about my friends. One of the quickest ways to destroy your marriage is to leave your wife alone. He now does what he pleases with no regard to pleasing others. Im introverted. What I cannot cope with are the rude, stupid, obnoxious pieces of shit that bother me and then call me a snob when they are horrible to contend with. In my opinion it is important for both people in the relationship to have their own interests and friendships. Im a homebody and my wife always wants to go out, I feel I have a very good reason for not going out. Maybe theyll get it, maybe they wont, who gives a shit, they dont give a shit about us. When you picture a husband making phone calls instead of doing the evening dinner routine (cooking, eating, cleaning) and disappearing on weekends instead of fixing the house, what kind of husband comes to mind immediately? She would be at home relaxing in front of the tv. Also he moved out of our house to be away from me and to be alone. He doesn't care if you see a counselor, but he's just fine the way he is or so he says. Dont forget to have empathy for your spouse, and remember that the person isnt behaving this way to hurt you. It's essential to show interest in the things your spouse enjoys, even if you don't share the same enthusiasm. I like to go to parties and events where we could meet up with friends and listen to music and dance and have dinner and maybe meet new people as a couple together. While in the relationship I did try to compromise and what ended up happening is I kept my part of the agreement and she didnt. I do that at work 5 days a week., I still want to date my husband. Im so much happier single. I have always hated intrusiveness and will not socialize with such snobby people. Im worried we are at a bad crossing point. I just wish I had my husband the way he was. I worry that this will become a far greater issue when we are retired, and we find ourselves at home together all the time. Remember, both people should be givers in the relationship. I too prefer smaller gatherings where you can hear yourself think and have a more meaningful conversation. My soon to be ex wife is extroverted. Based solely on my husband's actions in our relationship, I should feel more than secure enough in myself and how he truly feels about me, without him having to broadcast it for the world to see. Nobody is magic. The sappy, romantic, love-letter-like, nearly obsessive social media posts that significant others put out there about each other. You might think, "I'm a good husband and father, I don't cheat, I'm not mean or abusive, and I'm a good provider financially. We share very few friends and almost never go out with other couples or invite them to our house. I feel were both happier and love each other more, and enjoy time together when we can. Things we do because we love the person so much that we want to make him or her happy, and if that means giving of ourselves, we just do it. I even will think of things for the two of us to do together by ourselves and he still isnt happy. I dont demand she does anything. If you dont come out and ask, the person cant read your mind. They may have given up on forming new connections with people, they may be afraid of opening themselves up to others, or even have painful memories of losing friends or alienating people in the past. Contact Dear Abby at DearAbby.com or P.O. I think more than half the problem is that I feel he doesnt have the sympathy I have for him. Force him to attend and watch him crawl out of his skin with boredom and stress 4. Personally, I was always willing to accommodate my wife and go out to parties with her. I hate this and I resent her immensely. If there's a drink to be fetched or a bowl of chips to be refilled, this task will instantly become the sole purpose of my existence, because literally anything is better than small talk. 3.Probably it could be due to the bad experiences you have had . Just like extroverts, we need close relationships to thrive. Leave him because he doesn't like hanging out with your family 3. Chronic criticismeven for small things. Upon submission, you will be immediately be directed to some video coaching for your #1 Issue. Their partner might need to remind them to brush their teeth, shave, or shower. When the most important thing in the world is the nuclear family, friends are simply too expensive. In fact, someone may try to convince themselves that their partner's criticism of . Show him that you are cool and with-it. Divorced Girl Smiling is here to empower, connect and inspire you. React Reply See 4 replies What Guys Said 21 Ive always been loyal to my partner, I dont drink, and she wont let me do stuff without her. Depending on the nature of the problems, and especially if severe anxiety is a driving force, its a good idea to seek the help of a professional counselor. Let go and just enjoy that you made your wife happy. I dont care about their kids or their health or their inane small talk that is so intellectually retarded it makes me cringe. We'll use this answer, along with your previous ones, to immediately direct you to some free marriage counseling videos for your specific situation. He simply says hes uncomfortable at social events particularly those that are crowded. Your email address will not be published. My husband doesn't want kids. Your husband should want that for you and not be jealous or concerned. You apparently dont know the difference between the two. I recently got dumped by a woman because I would only see her once a week. Insecurity can also be a driving force behind obsessive codependence that need to be together all the time. Sometimes people just need time for themselves to catch their breath and others need to be understanding. If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted, you can call the National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline at 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or visit hotline.rainn.org. Be yourself and dont ever change. Where Should We Send Your Free Marriage Coaching? He was screaming at the top of his lungs. Men should be good fathers, so we spend time with children. I am also an Introvert and that was the #1 reason why my ex wanted a Divorce. When someone feels like my husband has no friends or hobbies, it is very sad for both people. I need to learn more about him and accept him for what he is.. he doesnt like being dressed up for occasion.. hardly talks to his family.. though he is good with his friends.. Yes I went out on dates and was somewhat social before we were married. If women want to help, they MUST allow one of the above to suffer. This isn't a rom com . Everyone else comes second. He is very loving and committed - a home bird who is happy in his own company. She married a man who loved to socialize and dance every weekend and they had a wonderful marriage together until his death a few years ago. I am an introvert and my husband is an extrovert. Do NOT mock your husband for doing so. He has actually said that I have a problem for wanting him to go and I should see a counsellor. I had a dream of finding a gentleman kind of man but then dreams are dreams.. you need to accept the reality and live with it..though this thought becomes frustrating at times, I cannot imagine my life without him.. . Your husband is your family and if he doesn't agree with certain people coming over becuase of poor decisions they made in the past, he has a right to say they can't come over. Lastly, if you know your husband likes to stay home, bring the party to your house. Myboyfriend cheated on me with a friend. Yes, change takes time, but consider his progress. Female friends are VERY limited. Sometimes people have trust issues if they've been hurt in the past. I feel tricked. Nothing you say or do changes his mind because he just doesn't value the relationship enough to try to save it. This will make him feel valued and appreciated and more likely to want to spend time with you so you won't complain: "My husband never wants to do anything with me.". He calls me anti social when I am not. Ive suggested that in the past. Creator and Editor-in-chief, Divorced Girl Smiling site, podcast and app, Love Essentially columnist and author. What about the people who dont seem to have any friends at all? 'My husband doesn't love me. Ive never been the party type, not in the 14 years we have been together. 3) Give Him Time To Unwind (then Take Yours) 4) Stay in the Right Attitude and Perspective. As a severely depressed man I should never have clicked on this article. Divorced Girl Smiling is here to empower, connect and inspire you. What To Do When Your Husband Doesn't Provide There are a number of different tactics you can take if you find that your marriage is not working for you in the way that you had hoped when you said I do. Introverts find socializing draining; extroverts find it stimulating - it's a matter of energy. 9. Be strong and be authentic, and you will have a beautiful life ahead of you., - Jackie Pilossoph, Creator and Editor-in-chief, Divorced Girl Smiling. Knowing that youre out having a good time while hes sulking at home makes him feel envious of those connections, even if he doesnt seem to want to build any of his own. I think the most hurtful thing about my separation was realising that the person I married couldnt give me that. Your email address will not be published. Anti-social can imply someone who is rude or whose behaviour is offensive. I thought that was plenty, even too much. I had to sell my laptop just for gas money. Its MUCH better to be alone and happy than deal with stupid women. If you havent read it, I highly recommend Susan Cains book Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Cant Stop Talking for an insight into what it means to be introverted (she has an entire chapter on how to deal with the issues that arise when an introvert is in a relationship with an extrovert). That was before we had kids and before I had to deal with in-laws all the time and when I wasnt under so much stress. They dont. Dont go out with her and then resent her and be mean. Howshould I motivate my overweight father to get fit? Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Of course, you work. not threatening. Its no wonder that male suicide rates are through the roof when our issues get so little sympathy from the people weve invested our lives into. It's important to accept that you can't change your spouse. However, when my husband and I go to some place, like our sons weekly soccer event, my husband leaves me alone and start to socialize with other couples and men. Im seeing a counselor just to keep my sanity. YOU. 3) Confront him. 2023 Divorced Girl Smiling.All rights reserved. Its tough, I know if I am honest shed rather be out chugging beers with her friends or hanging out with them and their husbands than me. I dont want to go to a couples party and make polite conversation. 2.You dislike interference from others in your life. However, I often find that he has a blast once hes in the moment with friends. You 100% absolutely need to talk to your husband about how you are feeling!! Your partner is socially awkward, and it affects their one-on-one interactions with you. All correspondence should reach us by Wednesday morning. For me it's the opposite; my female partner has no close family or friends, and views any suggestion that I, a male, needs to make any new friends. Download the Divorced Girl Smiling mobile app. If your husband feels like the only time you are talking to him is to tell him something that he's doing wrong, then that is going to come across as nagging and he's going to eventually start tuning you out. Hes Not Blissful, How To Survive Divorce: 15 Tips To Getting Through It, The Vindictive Ex: When Hate Comes Before Children, My Ex Moved On Immediately: 3 Seconds After We Got Separated In Fact. If not, you have another set of decisions to make. He feels like a stranger' In absence of love, the distance between spouses only grows. Its that simple. There is a HUGE difference between being antisocial and an introvert. All Jackie is doing is presenting what is going on on the other side too. The insecurities could stem from nearly anything, and each person is different, of course. One thing to think about if your significant other doesn't like your friends is jealousy. Wed like you to take our side once in a while when were in a dispute with other people, men or women. If he or she wont change, it isnt because they dont want to change or because they dont care about you or love you, maybe they are just too scared or dont know how to change. I hate feeling drained from social interaction. And every child is different of course. It can be deflating to come to your husband to talk about something that happened at the office or some sort of success, and he not only doesn't respond negatively but makes you feel bad about it. What needs to be fixed is the married couples inability to find a happy middle ground. She always wants to go to her moms and gets mad when I suggest having some me time and meeting her there later. Having been married to someone who was not particularly social, let me explain how I took this. Coupled with a spouse with no friends to speak of, this can be a glimpse at the real roots of both issues. Were all different and if youre spouse cant accept you the way you are, even if that means youve changed over the years screw em, lifes too short! In other words, I'm a good person! Its impossible to save money with her. 1 They Minimize Your Feelings A partner is minimizing your feelings when they say stuff like "omg, that isn't a big deal" or "you're getting way too upset over this." "They should be validating. I didnt marry her friends, her family or any other person or thing. My My,, I read your comment and i felt m listening to my husband.. The problem isn't your job. I dont want to stop caring. He just doesn't want to go to couples' counseling. By Psychologies. Unfortunately, though, this isnt a Hollywood romantic comedy, and a husband without his own social circle can lead to some problems in real life marriages. Sign up for the Divorced Girl Smiling newsletter to receive weekly articles that might help you during and after your divorce! Criticism, like isolation, is also something that can start small. What youre talking about is somebody who is an introvert. This wont be a quick fix, but if your husbands lack of friends is a problem for your marriage, you can both take steps to address the root cause of the issues, address the importance of social relationships and individual identity, and make gradual progress on developing the friendships that will give him new identity and a social life all his own! But accommodating the needs of your partner cuts both ways. 9 Signs of a Healthy Romantic Relationship. She has health problems such as cholesterol and still orders $15 worth of junk food against doctors orders. Dr. Dana Would Love To Gift You Some Marriage Saving Help, Right Now. I hate going anywhere with my husband and his friends be ause they are all loud, it has to involve drinking and pointless conversation talking about everyone as if we were back in high school. Embarrassing your spouse will help them see their flaws. Listen to the Divorced Girl Smiling podcast! Maybe a year ago he wouldn't even "grudgingly accept" your choice to keep your friends. Antisocial personality disorder is a mental condition in which a person has a long-term pattern of manipulating, exploiting, or violating the rights of others. Then I catch hell from everyone for not liking them. When your spouse is holding onto the belief that everything will work itself out naturally, you may have a difficult time getting them to participate in the discussion. Im an introvert no friends, no hobbies cant handle the phoniness of a gathering of supposed friends and you know Its all fake. Don't put up with them. Ive seen this movie before, and it always ends the same. Please consider especially how your words or the tone of your message could be perceived by someone in this situation, and be aware that comments which appear to be disruptive or disrespectful to the individual concerned will be removed. It makes me cringe when he starts talking politics in a crowd. Tell me what you want from me and I will do it. Hopefully, with hard work, he'll become more and . My wife left me earlier this year. Most men I know are perfectly fine with a single room and some electronics and a car. Then Dr. Dana will send you additional free coaching via email. We share very few friends and almost never go out with other couples or invite them to our house. It was boring, and I didnt see the point of socializing with my wife if shed only spend less than a minute with me all night anyway. My family and friends are very social and gregarious folks. He doesn't want bedroom action anymore. Email: private.lives@theguardian.com (please don't send attachments). But theyre also the ones that create the drama that ruins relationships. I have acquaintances that I see two or three times a year and thats all the socialization I need. I know youre scared and that youre hurting. Heaven forbid you two had children living with you as well because then your attention would be divided more than just two ways, and he'd have to share you with your children as well. No it isnt. While you might be all of these wonderful things, and a truly good, caring, kind person, if never wanting to go out and do stuff is a problem for your spouse, then it is a problem in your marriage that needs to be addressed. If Jane wants to spend time with her friends, Joe either comes along (not an ideal scenario for Jane, who needs to enjoy her freedom and connect with people other than Joe to feel fulfilled), or he stays home by himself (which he does not enjoy he wants to be with Jane). My husband, on the other hand, seems no further along in his Christian walk than he was 10 years ago. Before we get any further into this, lets imagine a scenario that may be all too familiar: Picture an average couple, lets call them Joe and Jane. First, to the antisocial spouse (or person whose wife is saying My husband has no friends or hobbies,) you might not think this is a big problem. You have to spend alone time with your spouse not always go out. When they say things like, You are being very quiet. I want to move on to something I sometimes see happen to couples with this disconnect. Similarly Id probably have more fun out my myself, but I also know theyre not compatible with a happy marriage. I can only make small talk for so long before Im bored out of my mind. My husband is 6 years older to me and we had an arranged . Truth is I am bored to death and find it a pointless waste of time. Help him find a group he likes and encourage him to keep going, to interact with people, to be open to the idea of forming friendships. No matter how much (or how little) we seem to make, the problems [], Maintaining a successful marriage is hinged on communication. Be true to who you are and understand that its okay to not want to leave your house or compound. Sign up for the Divorced Girl Smiling newsletter to get articles on divorce and dating. In short, I need friends and he doesn't. I hate being among large groups of people I dont know very well, and find making small talk very difficult. If you are married to someone antisocial, instead of working on changing your spouses behaviour, it might be more constructive to work on the way you perceive your spouse instead or, as you say, look for social situations in which your spouse would be comfortable. Whats the fight about? Leave him alone. Its completely different. In other words, Im a good person! 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