Does sex help people deal with stressful situations?
My friend, there are many detours that the emotions take, especially during times of stress; everyone’s path is different. A lot of times we feel out of sorts, because we have been conditioned to believe that we are supposed to feel a certain way when certain events occur in our lives. Many times, our emotions are masked by a multitude of seemingly incongruous impulses—this is more common than people might think, particularly for people like us, who share so many things in common in our upbringing, an upbringing where emotion is suppressed. The thing to consider is whether or not we are available for others in such a situation; I have no doubt that you are being supportive to your wife, because that is the quality of person that you are. Do not worry that you are not “feeling” what you think should be appropriate; you are acting appropriate, helping your wife in every way you can, and that is what counts and what is important. Much love to you and your family, my friend.
