My partner says they understand I'm asexual but keeps initiating sexual situations and then gets hurt when I'm not responsive, making me feel guilty for being myself.
More people experience this than they realize.
The collision between a partner's sexual needs and asexual identity creates a painful dynamic where being authentic feels like causing harm.
“Where Are You with Asexual and aromantic identity?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.