Dear Miriam: Cold to the touch; ADVICE.

Byline: DR. MIRIAM STOPPARD 

Dear Miriam,

My wife has shown little love or affection in our eight-year marriage. When I tell her I feel neglected, she pulls away more. I think we're still together only because I'm a good father to our two sons and I have a well-paid job.

But I'd still like to show warmth occasionally and feel wanted. I'm really tempted to walk away and find someone who can feel some passion.

Should I go?

Chris

Dear Chris

You're suffering chronic loneliness and this relationship of convenience doesn't sound very convenient for you.

There are likely to be underlying issues and you'll need to get to the bottom of them before things can improve. Perhaps counselling would help you open up and convey your feelings, and help her to thaw from the emotionally frozen world she's inhabiting.