My best friend and I have been sleeping together on and off for two years and we both know we're using each other to avoid dealing with what we actually want from love. We've talked about stopping but neither of us seems able to, and it's starting to feel like we're protecting each other from growth in a way that's becoming its own kind of harm.
More people experience this than they realize.
Two people are using their sexual connection as a refuge from the vulnerability required for deeper love, creating a dynamic that feels safe but may be preventing both from growing.
“Where Are You with The examined love life — what it means to love well?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.