well i was just wondering, i had been doing some observation on relationship for about 8 yrs now, been through alot, but what really makes a relationship last long? i mean is it because of the satisfaction factors?like emotionally?mentally?physically? is having sex in a relationship a big factor for a long relationship?
2007-01-27 16:07:38 · 20 answers · asked by LordJapz 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
Its a combination of all there. In order to have a successful relationship, you need to have the physical, mental emotional. If you have a weak link somewhere in the chain, people will tend to look else for that bond. People have needs that need to be taken care of if you want your relationship to work.
2007-01-27 16:14:19 · answer #1 · answered by duffmanky 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, having sex in a relationship is not a big factor for a long relationship. On the contrary, having sex could even shorten the expiry date of the relationship. There is a need to respect each other's feelings. Both should feel that they need each other to fulfill their life's mission. This interdependency on each other to experience the fullness of life is the key for a lasting relationship.
2007-01-28 00:33:43 · answer #2 · answered by Lissy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sex itself isn't the factor, it's the choice. As long as both partners are satisfied with what's happening, it seems fine. I've looked at a lot of relationships too, and why they've broken up, and it seems to me that they mostly (with a few exceptions) break up over just plain idiotic reasons, meaning the partners weren't ready to handle the responsibilities, or the partners weren't paying enough attention to each other, I.E. caring for each other. They both weren't putting enough mind and care into the relationship, and just letting it die.
I think the best way to keep a healthy relationship is just to pay attention to each other and work for it. Keep each other happy, ask if anything's wrong. How often do you hear couples asking each other if something's wrong before they actually *notice* what's wrong? Not very often, I'm afraid...
2007-01-28 00:14:19 · answer #3 · answered by Jeremy A 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on what kind of relationship. In a marriage or committed relationship between two consenting adults, it isn't really necessary (some people as they age can no longer perform sexually but still have a fantastic relationship), The actual act may not occur as often as it did when they were younger but they can still have strong sexual feelings toward each other.
2007-01-28 00:19:09 · answer #4 · answered by knittinmama 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think when a woman has pre-marital sex, the man, no matter how much he denies it, will lose respect for the woman. It's a subconscience feeling but it's there. I came close to having sex with a guy---so close that I thought he was going to be really angry that I didn't but he said later that he really respected my decision. It is a huge, huge deal that people are taking way too casually these days. You can totally have foreplay but sex is a million miles from even this.
2007-01-28 00:16:38 · answer #5 · answered by Miss Sierra Sun 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that you could be in a relationship without having sex, but you couldn't call it an intimate relationship. I would have to say that society has always promoted sex as a bond between couples. Unless your religious beliefs prohibit sex till marriage it is pretty hard to be in any stable commitment without sex
2007-01-28 00:15:42 · answer #6 · answered by lucky 13 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definatly not! My boyfriend and I are commited to being straightedge. We find that our dorky quirks and sarcastic remarks really keep us coming back for more.
I think what really makes a relationship is that feeling that you are connected on a plain that no other soul understands. We can read each other's minds and just....fit. Sure, we're physical with each other a bit, but that just is another expression of saying "I love you."
2007-01-28 00:15:14 · answer #7 · answered by Lyssepoo 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sex is an important ingredient in long lasting or permanent relationship.
2007-01-28 00:49:17 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I find that for a relationship to be successful and fulfilling, you need intellectual, emotional, and physical aspects. Without one it justs seems like the relationship is lacking.
2007-01-28 00:12:19 · answer #9 · answered by dolce 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the other partner. You need a well rounded relationship for it to be successful. If your partner doesn't like sex and you don't like sex then it wouldn't matter. But if sex is important to one of you then by not having sex with your partner will lead to resentment. so be honest with your partner to begin with.
2007-01-28 00:15:30 · answer #10 · answered by Winnipeg76 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋