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GREAT SEXPECTATIONS: I have put on weight, don’t feel attractive and lost confidence, how do I get out of this rut?

By 2024-09-09T08:00:00

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In our fortnightly column ‘Great Sexpectations’ we answer your questions on sex, faith and intimacy. Drop us an email on womanalive@premier.org.uk and ask us anything. Here, Dr Kathrine McAleese answers a reader who has lost confidence in themselves.

Dear Woman Alive,

I have put on weight, and can’t seem to shift it. I am in my early fifties, and have gone through menopause, so I know it’s expected, but I don’t find myself attractive anymore, and I don’t think my husband does either. I have lost so much confidence. Can you give me advice on how to get out of this rut?  I feel like I need to do more than just ask God to help me!

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