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The Guardian
20-05-2025
- Health
- The Guardian
I click with my new man on every level – except he doesn't want to have sex
I started dating someone I really like about two months ago. We click on all levels and he adores me, but he has some complicated circumstances, which means we have no sex life. He has anxiety and takes SSRIs, which reduce his libido. He also takes blood thinners for a coronary issue, which I know precludes the use of erectile dysfunction products. He has also said that he never really felt a lot of lovingness from his previous partners. He says he's attracted to me and likes my body. He kisses me to show his interest and attraction but not in a heavy making-out way. I am a very sensual person. My former partner and I had the best sex I've ever had in my life – however, he could be very distant at times and had poor emotional intelligence and communication with me (unlike my current partner). I have never had this issue with anyone else, so although I understand his vulnerability, I'm unsure what else to do other than wait. For now, I am willing to be patient. I have never had this issue with anyone else so although I understand his vulnerability, I'm unsure other than my plan to wait. You are smart and empathic, and you are correct about the need to be patient and allow the circumstances and reasons to unfold. Not everyone would be so patient and understanding. At present, you seem to be balancing what your needs are against his, but it will be important to make sure his very specific requirements do not become all-consuming. Think about your caregiving qualities and consider whether they are healthy or not; if there is a compulsive aspect to them you may want to pull back. People who overgive – especially when they do it compulsively – often become burnt out, and end up being undervalued. And the recipients of overgiving can fall into a state of learned helplessness, which is not a healthy situation for either partner. Pamela Stephenson Connolly is a US-based psychotherapist who specialises in treating sexual disorders. If you would like advice from Pamela on sexual matters, send us a brief description of your concerns to (please don't send attachments). Each week, Pamela chooses one problem to answer, which will be published online. She regrets that she cannot enter into personal correspondence. Submissions are subject to our terms and conditions.
Vogue
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue
Alfredo Martínez Mexico Fall 2025 Collection
Alfredo Martínez continues to draw from the allure of powerful, sensual women for his collections. Last season's inspiration was Carmen Mondragón—also known as Nahui Olin, the painter and poet synonymous with Mexican avant-garde femininity. This season he turned to another icon, the actress and singer Sasha Montenegro, a Mexican screen siren of Italian descent known for her glamorous mystique. The opening look set a dramatic tone; the sleek black dress paired and voluminous faux fur coat evoked a collective 'wow' from the audience. It was a clear signal that Martínez continues to deliver for women who want to command attention. 'It's synthetic fur,' he clarified backstage, nodding to the Mob Wife aesthetic trend. The designer's staples—tailored suits, black dresses, and power silhouettes—were elevated through strategic details: oversized gold buttons, plush stoles that emphasized the shoulders, and controlled draping that sculpted the body. The silhouette was classic Martínez: sharp shoulders, cinched waists, and curve-skimming skirts. Decades later, it still works—and he knows it. There's a kind of clothing that functions as armor, and this was it. While sensuality remained front and center—at times overtly so—there was also a sense of mystery, a deliberate withholding. That effect was amplified by the oversized sunglasses that completed nearly every look, Martínez's new venture into accessories. While past seasons leaned heavily into bold colors and metallics, this collection pivoted toward a more grounded palette. Earth tones were the focus, offset by crisp black and white, a timeless combination. Martinez's strength lies in tailoring, and the collection's strongest moments were precisely those where structure met seduction. Perfectly balanced proportions ensured that suiting felt both commanding and undeniably feminine.
