Touchy subject. Pornography. Need advice.

ZombieGeezUs

It may come as a shock to some people, but there are many others out there who do not like porn and do not use it. There are also people who, for the sake of their SOs, keep a simple promise. This isn't about porn or not enough sex, it's about two incompatible views and a broken promise. And apparently also an ex from a year ago. Perhaps it's time to find someone who shares your views, instead of half-heartedly sort of putting up with them.

Really? So you have never promised yourself something, then broke it? The ex this is bad and yeah, if she doesn't like him viewing porn, then maybe she should find someone else. Good luck finding a guy that fits all of your criteria and also doesn't view porn.

sypop

mabey suprise him and ask to watch porn with him? it could spice up what you already have and show you what he is intrested in when he is watching...and mabey you will see that you like it too this is how i learned that porn is kinda hott

_SABOTEUR_

You need to have a discussion with him about whether he is sexually satisfied. If he is not, discover why and see if it is something you are prepared to do something about. It could just be variety that is needed. Change of position/location and bit of dress up etc.

It may be that he has a higher sex drive than you. You can, of course, force him to repress this but it could lead to other unwanted behaviour (e.g. photo exchanges with exes or even cheating.)

If you dislike him watching porn because it is with women other than yourself, perhaps you could take photos together or make a movie that he could use when he is feeling frustrated, but you do not want to have sex.

If you disaprove of him masturbating in general and you have wildly different sex drives it may become a major problem for you.

ZombieGeezUs

I hate my phone

PhoenixStrikes

guys like porn. end thread

So do women. It annoys me when some women make a big deal out of porn. Seriously get over it, some times they like to watch but not actually do the things they see in porn. Stop equating watching porn to your not being good enough.

sypop

guys like porn. end thread

Girls like porn too.

truth

ZombieGeezUs

Whoops

Briargrey

guys like porn. end thread

Girls like porn too.

truth

Damn right.

metaphoria

It may come as a shock to some people, but there are many others out there who do not like porn and do not use it. There are also people who, for the sake of their SOs, keep a simple promise. This isn't about porn or not enough sex, it's about two incompatible views and a broken promise. And apparently also an ex from a year ago. Perhaps it's time to find someone who shares your views, instead of half-heartedly sort of putting up with them.

Really? So you have never promised yourself something, then broke it? The ex this is bad and yeah, if she doesn't like him viewing porn, then maybe she should find someone else. Good luck finding a guy that fits all of your criteria and also doesn't view porn.

All my criteria?? I mentioned not liking porn, keeps promises and maybe indirectly I mentioned doesn't mess around with his exes. That bar isn't set very high off the ground. Lol

It's interesting to me that people are telling her to get comfortable with it, accept it without question and even join in when she doesnt want to, but are totally shocked that she would dare ask him to be comfortable without it.

Like I said, incompatible. If it's a deal breaker, break the deal because he has already proven he's unlikely to stop, especially with so many people cheering him on.

lizziebeth1028

Hi all. This is way out of my comfort zone. I have been struggling with something that I need to talk about though. I can't post this on fb or any other site where ppl know me because it's just too embarrassing and raw right now. I get to the point... My bf and I have been together for almost 3 yrs. he has known how I feel about porn and the other day I saw lots of porn pages and a video in our internet history. I've never caught him looking at porn before. BUT I did find 3 pics or his ex on his phone almost a year ago. We got past that because he promised it would never happen again. I decided to trust him but then this happens a few days ago. I am very hurt by the porn but even more hurt he broke his promise and my trust in him. Anybody with experiences like this? Guys and girls. How do I get over this? Is he going to keep breaking these promises? Sorry if this is a weird subject but all responses are really really appreciated.

And you broke his trust by snooping around his internet history. Lot's of people like porn, guys and girls, it's not the end of the world. It's only a problem if he prefers to watch porn and eh hem take care of himself more than he likes being intimate with you. And if that's the case...porn really isn't the issue either, it' s the relationship in general.

RosaliaBee

Why do you find it so upsetting that he likes to look at porn? Is it genuinely unhealthy material including extreme violence or underage children for example? Or is it just sex? If the former, then I too would be concerned, but if the latter then no, it's just an extension of a normal sexual fantasy life for most men, and many women too.

So long as he's not demanding that you participate in his enjoyment of porn, I'd say it's probably you who needs to reassess your feelings about his interest in it. There may be some men who don't like porn, but to be honest you're going to find it difficult to find a man who doesn't like to watch it.

If you're finding it deeply unsettling and it's causing you feelings of insecurity, I'd look at that because for men, porn is just porn, it can't give him what you do. It doesn't mean he's unhappy with you or wants to replace you. It's just like having a bag of fizzy cola cubes in his pocket that he likes to snack on now and then, it doesn't mean he would *rather* have cola cubes than a rich flakey iced Danish pastry..

usmcmp

I think you're dating my ex husband. It isn't going to stop.

kyleekay10

Hi all. This is way out of my comfort zone. I have been struggling with something that I need to talk about though. I can't post this on fb or any other site where ppl know me because it's just too embarrassing and raw right now. I get to the point... My bf and I have been together for almost 3 yrs. he has known how I feel about porn and the other day I saw lots of porn pages and a video in our internet history. I've never caught him looking at porn before. BUT I did find 3 pics or his ex on his phone almost a year ago. We got past that because he promised it would never happen again. I decided to trust him but then this happens a few days ago. I am very hurt by the porn but even more hurt he broke his promise and my trust in him. Anybody with experiences like this? Guys and girls. How do I get over this? Is he going to keep breaking these promises? Sorry if this is a weird subject but all responses are really really appreciated.

I can understand being upset about the photos of the ex thing.

Regarding porn, IMO, it's only a problem if it becomes an addiction. My ex-husband struggled with that, and when we finally decided to split he admitted that it skewed his view of how he and I should relate intimately.

My best advice is to talk to him about it. If it continues, seek couple's therapy.

fbmandy55

I feel the only solution to this is to break up.


A relationship with a girl who doesn't look at porn and doesn't let her man look at porn isn't going to be a success.

AA1ex

You should think about how big of a deal this is for you and how hurt you are by it. If you really feel you can't trust him because of this, then leave. If you think you want to work things out, you need to talk to him. He may like watching it with you, if you were to be open to that, or he may just enjoy watching it by himself, either way if you can't accept him for who he is then you should move on.

QuietBloom

Have him read this article, so he can realize that what he is doing is harmful to your relationship.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2153248/Men-look-porn-damage-partners-self-confidence--habit-break-happy-relationships.html

Good luck. :flowerforyou:

QuietBloom

I feel the only solution to this is to break up.


A relationship with a girl who doesn't look at porn and doesn't let her man look at porn isn't going to be a success.

:noway:

Guinivere

If my guy didn't look at porn I'd be more concerned!

PikaKnight

guys like porn. end thread

So do women. It annoys me when some women make a big deal out of porn. Seriously get over it, some times they like to watch but not actually do the things they see in porn. Stop equating watching porn to your not being good enough.

QFT

OP, why not watch it with him or/and while having sex? Best of both worlds in my opinion. :laugh:

Mainebikerchick

It sucks that he agreed to stay away from porn. He probably did it b/c he didn't want to fight about it anymore, and likes you enough not to break up with you over a ridiculous demand. Now you feel all betrayed b/c he said he wouldn't do it and did it anyway. I recommend getting over the porn issue or just break up. You're both adults (I hope) and looking at naked people isn't cheating. If you think it is, then you should be with someone who agrees. I know how you feel b/c I used to have a serious problem with porn (I didn't want my SO looking at it) and the feeling sucks. But it's your problem, not his. His only problem is that he wants to be with someone who wants to change him and is trying to find a work around. Good luck with all that. (Seriously - I hope you can get over it and be happy)

well said.

Agreed!! :flowerforyou:

doorki

Have him read this article, so he can realize that what he is doing is harmful to your relationship.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2153248/Men-look-porn-damage-partners-self-confidence--habit-break-happy-relationships.html

Good luck. :flowerforyou:

comically, that site is blocked at my work for inappropriate content.

twinketta

He is probably looking at porn because he is not getting laid enough....just sayin'

What a load of tosh(rubbish)...just saying

wjstoj

I think you're dating my ex husband. It isn't going to stop.

wait a second though usmc...that would mean the pictures on his phone of his ex were of you...GASP :laugh:

PikaKnight

Have him read this article, so he can realize that what he is doing is harmful to your relationship.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2153248/Men-look-porn-damage-partners-self-confidence--habit-break-happy-relationships.html

Good luck. :flowerforyou:

I call total bs. It's not a guy or girl looking at porn that corrodes the relationship. It's the other person letting their insecurities get in the way, not communicating or/and not realizing that relationships aren't a "It's all me" deal. It's called compromise and acceptance.

Ugh.

Myhaloslipped

Guys love porn. You should accept it or date women. I agree with you on the pictures of the ex though.

doorki

I think you're dating my ex husband. It isn't going to stop.

wait a second though usmc...that would mean the pictures on his phone of his ex were of you...GASP :laugh:

rpsetser

what she said

kyleekay10

Have him read this article, so he can realize that what he is doing is harmful to your relationship.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2153248/Men-look-porn-damage-partners-self-confidence--habit-break-happy-relationships.html

Good luck. :flowerforyou:

I call total bs. It's not a guy or girl looking at porn that corrodes the relationship. It's the other person letting their insecurities get in the way, not communicating or/and not realizing that relationships aren't a "It's all me" deal. It's called compromise and acceptance.

Ugh.

In most cases, I agree with you. But (in my IRL experience) it can honestly sometimes corrode the viewer's perception of sex and intimacy in general.

:flowerforyou:

But, that's impossible to make a judgement on for OP since this iz da interwebz.

Oscarinmiami

Guys love porn...don't take it personally

PikaKnight

I think you're dating my ex husband. It isn't going to stop.

wait a second though usmc...that would mean the pictures on his phone of his ex were of you...GASP :laugh: