When in a relationship what are some of the key elements that can cause the loss of intimacy?

Question

When in a relationship what are some of the key elements that can cause the loss of intimacy?

Answer 1

Weight, smelling bad, lack of being supportive, being selfish in bed, saying cruel things, focusing on superficial beauty of others and models, becoming a prude, not exploring anything outside of "lights off missionary style and be silent...don't touch me there!" kind of s*x.

Answer 2

Painful perceptions of the other person that slowly build over time. The way your spouse views you as a person makes all the difference in the world. Some words and actions can't be undone. Actions speak louder than words.  

Answer 3

Deception of who your partner really is. This will bring some lack of communication. Financial hardships that will stress the relationship. From the woman side, loss of pride in the husband, viewing him as a loser. The more you are emotionally disturbed, the more the loss of intimacy will surface.

Answer 4

lack of trust.

Answer 5

Losing trust in your partner is a big thing that can cause loss of intimacy. Also bad communication skills, anger, basically anything that causes friction in the relationship.  

Answer 6

Lack of communication, forcing the issue, Medication, Depression.

Looks like you mastered being a JERK Peter N. How extremely shallow to have weight gain be an excuse. I am big and proud and have 13 years of s*x filled marriage and counting. I guess it depends who you..Marry.

Answer 7

I love how women say they value truth and then ignore it when said.  The guys above state what they feel and you make fun of them.  Sad.

For a guy (and I'm sure for most women), Weight gain is a big factor in lose of intimacy.  It may not be nice to hear, but the truth is rarely pleasant.

Lack of Trust is another important barrier, but this is more important to women than men.

Stress is probably the biggest barrier for both gender.

Answer 8

being lied to,I hate a lier  

Answer 9

Lack of communication, stress of any kind--especially financial, or from work, abusive behaviors, lack of attention towards each other's needs, sexual frustrations.

Answer 10

Weight gain.  Not being a jerk, its just true.  Unless you are a chubby chaser (loser), no one wants their S.O. to pack on the pounds

Answer 11

farting in bed with your partner, that would pretty much ruin it...

Answer 12

Poor listening.

Answer 13

-fall out of love

-low "libido"; sick

-busy; tired from work

-turned off by physical appearance

Answer 14

lack of communication, emotional state, depression, illness, medication, stress, children, jobs, schedules, do I need to continue?  There are a lot of reasons.  It is important to communicate and try your best to keep trying.  Intimacy isn't only about s*x, it is about caring, holding, and touching.  Not always in a physical sense.  Eye contact for example can be very intimate.

Answer 15

cheating and weight gain and feels like your partner is not on the same page with you.