Azagtoth, read through your sitch. Similar to mine in some ways. Is your W in MLC? This might explain the EA's and need for external validation. My W is in MLC and does the following: suddenly into the gym and exercise, cosmetic surgery,spending a fortune on herself for clothes and so forth, much younger girlfriends, wanted a new car, went skydiving and into other extreme sports, and flirts with men, all men regardless of if she is interested in them. I wonder if this can explain your W's EAs?
Also what is your W's love language? If it is physical touch (my W's), then not touching, having sex, can be a problem.
