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February 17, 2022 7:17 pm  #1


My boyfriend wants sex with another partner

I am a heterosexual, 55 year old woman dating a 56 year old man.

When we started dating, he told me he was 95 per cent hetero.

Today he asked me if I would do a threesome with another man. I said no. I am giving him carte Blanche to go have sex with a man....but I think that will be the end of us.  He is professing his love.  I am going to suggest we try an open relationship (that will never fly; he would be insanely jealous).

Looking for some guidance, here.  I think his stepping out on a monogamous relationship is a no-fly zone for me......

Helpful advice?

 

February 17, 2022 8:30 pm  #2


Re: My boyfriend wants sex with another partner

Sounds to me like you have this.  No point in trying to keep hold of him.

95% heterosexual?  what does that even mean?  - it's tip of the iceberg isn't it. 

oh sorry but I think I have to add - wanting a threesome out of the blue makes me suspicious he is already stepping out and you need to protect your health.

Last edited by lily (February 17, 2022 8:33 pm)

 

February 17, 2022 10:04 pm  #3


Re: My boyfriend wants sex with another partner

Nita, only you can decide what's acceptable to you in a relationship and take appropriate steps if your boundaries are being pushed.  Which they are, because you are here and you already know the hypothetical guy is not for you but for him! I'd say no thanks and break up, but thats just me.

I agree with Lily, it would be wise to be tested for all STIs just in case he is already stepping out.

 

February 18, 2022 12:11 am  #4


Re: My boyfriend wants sex with another partner

Hi Nita,

You get to decide what you want or not want  going forward here. This is your right.

My take is this extra man translates to 5% not heterosexual.  This indirect method to kinda, maybe impart important info would be a deal breaker for me.

I echo the smart advice to get tested for STIs.

Last edited by MJM017 (February 18, 2022 12:14 am)


No - It's not too late. It's not hopeless. Even there, there's something I can do. I just have to find the will. Ikiru (1952), film directed by Akira Kurosawa 
 

February 18, 2022 10:53 am  #5


Re: My boyfriend wants sex with another partner

Thank you for the support.  I have insisted he get counselling.  This bisexuality has haunted him all his life, and he needs to get peace.  His heart is with me, but he gets these urges; he agrees he does not need to act on them.  But he is full of inner conflict.  I love him enough to let him go, if need be.  I want him to be at peace.  Thank you.  I'm glad I found this group.

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February 18, 2022 3:59 pm  #6


Re: My boyfriend wants sex with another partner

What do you think counselling will do?  If there were any benefit for him in getting counselling why hasn't he signed up for it himself years ago?  oh that's right he knows what he wants, it's just you who needs to fall into line as far as he's concerned - and he's working on it.

95% heterosexual - what is that?  How can you be less than heterosexual, full stop.  Do you give one glance out of twenty to a woman?  Or when it comes down to it, is it men you are attracted to, full stop.  

Does monogamy matter?  you know it does, so why are you offering to stick around while he does counselling?  He's more likely to be entertaining himself dissing you to the counsellor than looking into his murky past.  But just wait next time you complain out will come stories of how he was abused as a child.

He is Gay In Denial.  He will play you til the cows come home.

That's just my opinion of course, and it's about someone I have never met.  But I have to say you are showing the classic signs.  and you've just been hoovered back in.  Now is the time to step back and take an objective look at him for yourself.
 

Last edited by lily (February 18, 2022 4:15 pm)

 

February 18, 2022 4:40 pm  #7


Re: My boyfriend wants sex with another partner

Nita Jalkanen wrote:

Today he asked me if I would do a threesome with another man. I said no. I am giving him carte Blanche to go have sex with a man....but I think that will be the end of us.  He is professing his love.  I am going to suggest we try an open relationship (that will never fly; he would be insanely jealous).

Looking for some guidance, here.  I think his stepping out on a monogamous relationship is a no-fly zone for me......

Helpful advice?

Personally, I am always opposed to open relationships. I’ve never had one, but I’ve known plenty of people who have and there always seems to be just an insane amount of jealousy/heartache/drama.

You said something I find troubling... he wants to sleep with another person (another man) but you also think he’d be jealous of you sleeping with someone else. Double standard. I’d be wary of anyone who gives ‘rules for thee but not for me.’

Last edited by HopelessRomantic (February 18, 2022 4:41 pm)

 

February 19, 2022 11:19 am  #8


Re: My boyfriend wants sex with another partner

My boyfriend followed through, and booked an appointment with a psychologist for later this month. He has had suicidal thoughts; I am so glad he is going to get some professional help to get clarity......

I find this very isolating.  I've talked to a couple of close friends about the situation (although my partner asked me to keep this between us).  I have to have SOMEone to talk to.  It feels like a deep, dark secret, and it's putting barriers between me and my friends as I'm not sharing what is going on in my life....

My boyfriend has a room in his house dedicated to recreational sex.  A play room.  He also spent thousands and thousands of dollars on a motor bunny.... I've tried it; it was painful.  He keeps going on about me trying it again.....even though I've told him it hurts.  It is a thorn in his side.... But hell will freeze over before I try that thing again......

Keep talking to me, friends.  I feel very alone with this all.....

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February 19, 2022 11:34 am  #9


Re: My boyfriend wants sex with another partner

You are only a prop in his play. Time to climb out of the rabbit hole you've fallen into. Whatever he is he isn't for you.


Try Gardening. It'll keep you grounded.
 

February 19, 2022 12:29 pm  #10


Re: My boyfriend wants sex with another partner

yes, following on from Abby -

Make an appt with your doctor.  Talk to your friends and your family.  Protect yourself.

 

 

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