Have you ever had problems conjuring affection for your partners?

[Anonymous]

As of late, I've been testing the waters with a new partner of mine. We've been dating for about a month now.

A common complaint that she makes is that I do not show enough affection. That I don't express my thoughts or feelings enough.

So, have any of you had issues doing the same?

I know I'm not all mushy and lovey dovey. But I'm not stone hearted either. It's just not really commonplace for me, I guess. It has been an issue in one previous relationship, and I want to fix it.

[lightbulb27]

good job you are working on that.

yes, I was once a clam. I was living in fear and doubt. A lot of it was internal from childhood programming and development, some of it was her personality that didn't mesh with my wounds.

[Avicenna]

Thank goodness, no