Do you think that physical intimacy is a necessity for a relationship to last?

Question

In other words, without physical intimacy, no relationship will ever stand. It is totally necessary. Do you agree?

Answer 1

Without physical intimacy (which is s*x or affectionate touching without s*x), you basically just have a close friendship. If a close friendship is what one calls a romantic love relationship, and the other person agrees, then the relationship can last. However, it will never be on the level of a couple that has a relationship that is beyond a close friendship, with physical intimacy.

Answer 2

As in s*x? No, definately not....

There are three parts of a relationship(assuming you are married)

Emotional(telling them love them, show them respect)

Physical(There are more ways to show it than s*x: kissing, holding hands, hugs, etc...)

Spiritual( Not exactly religious but you have to have hope for your family and marriage)

As long as you have all three then your relationship will last VERY long.  s*x is just a way to show physical love.  There are plenty of alternatives to it.  If you think s*x is what will keep a relationship together then you are sadly mistaken.

Answer 3

A relationship without physical intimacy would be called a 'friendship'...and, personally, I want the whole enchilada...not just the wrapper...

Answer 4

depends on wat level the relationship is on

i think that almost all relationships out there are on a level where intimacy is needed. but i think there are rare relationships that are so high on the spiritual level, that physical intimacy isnt needed.

also, there are some long distance relationships that work, even though physical intimacy isnt possible. but then, they could just be longing for the day when they will meet in person and be intimate with each other.

Answer 5

agree

Answer 6

that is totaly false

Answer 7

I think physical intimacy is necessary for a relationship to blossom and lay down strong roots.

For example, a couple just started going out, and one of the two doesn't ever want to have s*x, its not gonna work.

Now, lets say a couple has been married for 30 years, and they love each other unconditionally... if for some reason one of the two can't have s*x anymore, I think their love would be enough to keep them together.

Answer 8

Well, not really. It really depends on what the couple's decide on the definition of 'physical intimacy'. A lot of people think, that being under the same roof or cuddle, or kisses, or even just a simple conversation, is intimate enough.

For me? No s*x, no way!

Answer 9

s*x and physical intimacy is one of the most important components of a relationship. People don't realize how important s*x is until they are in a relationship where the s*x is bad. Being physical with your partner has many additional effects on the relationship that extend beyond the actual act. It helps increase comfort with your partner and can demonstrate how giving you can be. I would never be in a long term relationship where we werent having good s*x. When the s*x is good it only makes up 10% of the relationship. When its bad, it makes up 90% of the relationship.  

Answer 10

well yes, but not necessarily of the sexual kind. Intimacy is important, I think. But look at all the old couples that stay together for ages.. surely there is something in it beyond s*x..  

Answer 11

Yes.  

Answer 12

Yes, I believe to have a totally satisfying relationship you need to be intimate.

Answer 13

i thenk its an important part of a relationship. i dont think a relationship will be complete with no s*x ever. just like a relationship wudnt be compelte if it was just s*x. but that doesnt mean that u have to have s*x right away. its important to m to make sure i have true love weth the person i have s*x weth *blush* ♥

Answer 14

I could be happy with a Boston marriage as long as i got hugs and some one to curl up with at the end of the day. (read as an ear for me to snore into) Just lately I have been really ill and so unable to get intimate with my partner, but we're both satisfied event hough there is not sexual intimacy just physical closeness.

peace and pride

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Answer 15

I think to a certain extent, yes. It is needed. It's like life without breathing. It just can't happen. It's necessary to be intimate with someone. It lets you know that you want them in more ways than just the obvious. It's just something beautiful in a relationship. Don't worry.

Answer 16

Depends on the relationship. For me, if it's a strong friendship, then no. But......if it's someone that I am looking to share my life with, be my boyfriend, possibly be my husband, then yes. s*x, or physical intimacy isn't the begin all end all of any relationship, but without it, it is merely friendship.

Answer 17

Yes, I do. Without it, what is the point? Intimacy is such a strong way to express your love, it keeps a relationship healthy and grounded.  

Answer 18

You know what? No. I don't think that's true in all cases. Wait, what do you mean by physical intimacy? A relationship would be much more likely to last without s*x and sexual contact than without cuddling and all that.  

Answer 19

I am not sure but I would be willing to give a "boston marriage" a try

Rose P.