Whatever your relationship status, how do you feel about discussing erection issues or early climax with a partner?

Not comfortable, but i am getting more comfortable being vulnerable in general so maybe i could give this a try some time if needed.

I tried it once with my partner. It was disastrous for my sense of self-worth. She told me she wouldn’t help me because there was nothing in it for her.
These courses on communication pre-suppoae that your partner will be kind and empathetic. For many men, that’s just not how things go.

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I normally never mention it before but I think I can start now

I agree that it’s easier to put it out there

Did this for the first time recently and felt like a huge weight was lifted off my shoulders. My partner was more supportive and understanding than i ever thought was possible

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It was pretty early on that I discussed erection and climax issues. It feels natural at this point.

I haven’t casually dated, but I feel that I would feel kind of embarrassed if I opened up in a one night stand, although, I think that if it is with the right person she would try to make sure we are both comfortable and having fun

I just had my first psych-related erection issue during sex with my partner after a 3-month dry spell, and even after identifying that it was probably because I’d been ill a few days earlier, I still felt very ashamed and like I was just making excuses.

I’m very self-conscious and worried/scared that it might become a recurring thing because of anxiety.

Sorry to hear you had such a hurtful experience in that scenario :pensive:. Thank you for your honesty

Will be helpful to discuss with partner.

It is not easy, as it it feels like admitting a defect on an aspect that is very important for me in a relationship

However I would like to try it and be honest to myself and have the courage to face this fear. I am not sure what her reaction will be, but I hope for the best

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It was my partner who brought up the issue to me so I would feel very open but I know I am in a lucky position

I’ve always found it really embarrassing to have to explain myself to partners and also to explain to them that it’s not anything they’re doing wrong.
I think a different approach and owning it can be good though rather than being all apologetic about it.

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I feel comfortable for a first time in a relationship talking with a sex partner about struggling with early climax.

I don’t think I’d feel comfortable doing it with someone now as it would the someone I have a deep connection with.

I would feel comfortable sharing my issue with my partner

I am sharing this with my wife

Met someone recently, couldn’t get too intimate because I had what’s called moloscum contagiusm. Our connection was built around having these open conversations it’s was unreal. Sorta fizzled out unfortunately but I’m hoping to reconnect cause the bond felt legit and I was able to speak freely with her

I feel confident talking to my wife about our sex life