I’m married, but things have been a bit rocky lately. The easy connection we used to have feels distant now, and I’m starting to feel invisible in my own home. I put in effort every day – for our relationship, for our family, for myself – yet somehow, the appreciation just isn’t there anymore.

There was a time when I’d catch my partner’s gaze from across the room and feel a warm rush, a sense of being seen and adored. Those little gestures, the subtle glances, the sincere compliments, even just that simple look of admiration – they made me feel valued and alive. But now, I feel like we’ve slipped into the motions, and the intimacy and excitement have faded. We talk about the necessary things, but the deeper connection that once anchored us feels missing.

I can’t help but wonder: do I still have that spark? Am I still the person who captivated his heart? Or have I, too, changed in ways that I no longer recognize?

Part of me aches to feel that spark of attraction again, not just for my partner but within myself. I need to know that I’m still worth noticing, that there’s something within me that’s still magnetic and vibrant. Maybe it’s about more than just my marriage – maybe it’s about finding ways to reconnect with who I am and reigniting that feeling of being genuinely seen and valued.