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Infidelity Meaning and Types

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Do you wonder what infidelity is or how to define it? Exploring the definition and the types of infidelity will help you figure out what your concern is. There are several words that people may use regarding infidelity, but do they all mean the same thing? Some of those terms are adultery, fornication, cheating, and affair. Do all of these words mean the same thing?
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What is an affair?

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No one wants to face betrayal by a spouse. It’s probably the most painful experience one can go through. As a marriage counselor, I have heard many stories of heartache and tragedy that result in the relationships of the couples who come to see me. Some are easily redeemable, but most feel hopeless when I first meet them. Big feelings and much confusion comprise those moments.
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Does My Husband Always Think About Sex?

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Wives, have you ever felt like your husband only wants to engage with you to get you in the bedroom? He grabs and gropes you all the time, but gentle, non-sexual touch is rare or even absent? You're not alone.
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How to Handle a Sexually Demanding Husband

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Are you having concerns about how much your husband is making sexual advances towards you? Many couples have differing sex drives and different understandings of how much sex they should be having. Sometimes a wife can get overwhelmed and feel turned off by her husband when he is too pushy for sex. This is not abnormal. You are created differently and have different needs. Yet, when you feel he is being too sexually demanding, something might be off.
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Affection in Marriage

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When you're struggling in your marriage there can be many causes. I would know! Couples come to see me every day with all sorts of problems. That does not mean that all of those problems are the causes of their marital struggles. However, what I see often is a decrease in affection towards one another. Affection is so important in relationships, especially in committed ones like marriage. Spouses need affection to keep the relationship strong and healthy. 
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What does it mean when your husband rejects you sexually?: Understanding your man’s distance.

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Let's set the scene. You have been doing everything you can to seduce your husband and make him want you. However, he just never takes the bate. He seems uninterested. Sex has dwindled. He is disengaged and focused on other things. What is going on? Am I not good enough, pretty enough, or sexy enough? Why does he not want to ravage me?
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My Wife Hasn’t Slept With Me In Months: 5 reasons your wife is not interested

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When a wife doesn't seem interested in sex or is avoiding it, what is going on? You are confused and frustrated. Isn't sex a big part of marriage? These are questions I have helped people with. As a certified sex therapist, I believe you can revive your intimacy, but there are real reasons that your wife doesn't want to be intimate with you.
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Is It Okay To Not Forgive Someone?

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Have you been stuck in unforgiveness? You may be asking, "Why should I forgive?" Or, maybe, you are 100% sure you shouldn't forgive. Unforgiveness may seem right, especially if you don't spend much time around someone who hurt you. What's the point when you don't even see them? On the other hand, can unforgiveness be a hindrance and hold you back? That's why I ask, "Is it okay to not forgive someone?"

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