Too Old and Insecure to Have Sex

1

I’m female, almost 40. Never married. Never had children. I feel that I used to be attractive. Now that I’m older and overweight, I don’t have any confidence to date. I haven’t had sex in a long time, it has been so long I can’t think of anything else, lately. I’m dieting and doing what I can to appear more attractive, but I have no confidence. I have such a low-self esteem. I miss being intimate. Can anyone give me some advice?

asked May 13, 2014

3 Answers

1
Just remember, you want to find someone who likes you for you, and you are not your weight! Do whatever makes you feel better and definitely give online dating a try. There's so many people on there that it'll give you a lot more opportunity to meet someone new that's like you. And as for the sex, getting back in the game can be scary. Don't be intimidated and remember guys are guys! If you're feeling lonely, I highly recommend a vibrator or toy that can help combat those feelings of longing. It's also a sensual way to bond with and show yourself love. I'm engaged and live with my fiance and still get plenty of use from mine. Feel better, tomorrow is a new day and another try.
0
Have you tried online dating? It's a great way to connect with people without having to go up to them in person. You also can browse through people and sort through them without confrontation. As for the confidence issue, honestly, that is something only you can fix. You are a beautiful woman and deserve just as much love as anyone else in the world, you just gotta believe that. There are genuine people out there who would love to have a chance at a date with you, but you'll never find them if you don't let yourself try to find them! If you're afraid of rejection, well it might happen. But just because one person may not be the one for you (or just not into sexy time) then there are billions of people out there that you still haven't come across.Bottom line: loosen up and get out there! You got it! People are attracted to confidence, not just gym rats. I'm living proof that you don't have to be a skinnymini to have intimate relations.
0
Being self confident is so hard. There are so many things you can do though. For me, I made a wall of sticky notes of all the things I love about myself. Every night I would think as hard as possible and try and find one. Half the time I half assed it. But after a while you start believing it. And do stuff that you love. If you think you look smoking hot in heels, wear them everywhere! You love your makeup when you do blah, then rock it babe! Do what makes you happy. You cannot make others happy unless you are happy first. Stay strong beautiful, and remember that your weight DOES NOT define you!