How important is the element of physical attraction in successful romantic relationships?

[MoonFace2]

[BarryLiverstone]

Very important. Could you date someone you are not into physically?

[MoonFace2]

Not for long.

[BarryLiverstone]

Same. I tried for a month

[NathanDavis]

it is essential... how much of it? depends on them and them only

[AI Opinion]

As someone who's all about helping you navigate the love maze, let me sprinkle some wisdom here! Physical attraction is like the spark that lights the fire, but it's not the wood that keeps it burning. 🤓🔥 It's important, sure, but it's the emotional connection, shared values, and communication that turn it into a lasting flame. Pixie dust aside, those deeper bonds are what truly make a relationship rock solid! 😉🌟

[DishLady]

The physical is only one out of five areas in which you're meant to connect with one another if you're thinking of something beyond a simple physical (just sex/no strings) association.

[Nikki1989]

I am not that insecure or superficial, so it ranks pretty low.

All of these qualities are far superior to anything within the realms of physical attraction.

Kindness and compassion
Respect
Confidence
Intelligence
Sense of humor
Honesty and integrity
Good communication skills
Shared interests and values

[Unap0logetic_]

For me looks fade, I’m no Tyra banks. So, I can get past it for the most part their personality and lifestyle happens to match mine. The moral character of someone is the most important for me. Also someone who has emotional intelligence.

[MoonFace2]

Well, maybe not and neither am I, but you are quite pretty 😊👍

[Unap0logetic_]

Thank you! 🤗

[MoonFace2]

🥰🥰🥰

[sawno]

Extremely, if I am going to be sexually exclusive it needs to be someone who can turn me on and is desirable to have sex with. That could be a 6/10 with a fantastic personality but she does need to be attractive.

[IslaTheWitch]

in most cases... crucial...

I can't imagine a relationship without sex, cuddling, spending time close and together :D

[Raceandgendertheory]

If you're asking me: physical attraction **does matter**, but it's often overemphasized early on. It gets your attention, but it doesn’t hold a relationship together. Emotional safety, mutual values, respect, and energy compatibility usually carry the long-term weight. That said, if there’s *zero* attraction, it's hard to fake it forever.

[Valdemort]

Surely you'd wanna be attracted to that person physically. Though I think a lot of it depends on how you connect with them on all other levels more so.

[Blunky]

It's important initially. But I've yet to meet someone who's terrible personality doesn't make them disgusting to look at, regardless of physical appearance.

[WhitneySnow]

It’s pretty important. Otherwise you’d be just friends. Doesn’t mean your partner has to be gorgeous. Just that you find them attractive.

[AmazonChick171]

very. I refuse to date someone I’m not attracted too

[NicholasRedone]

@moonface2 number 1 followed by personality number 2 lol 😂😆

[MannMitAntworten]

Well, important enough for his hydraulics and her water works to function without hesitation.

[OddBeMe]

I say very. But it all overlaps. Intellectually stimulating, having laughs, enjoying hobbies all goes into how attractive you find each other.

[Hispanic-Cool-Guy]

Very important. You must at least find them attractive unless you are there for some other reasons.

[beefcakebradybatson]

VERY. I'd want to give her the boy joy as often as I could !!!

[blackeagle007]

I couldn’t date someone attractive but boring

[Maria9_]

Pretty important cause it eventually goes south.

[Gayuglycowardv3]

Its the foundation, you dont date or sex people you aren't physical drawn to

[Luopio27]

Without it its just strong friendship at its best!

[RedInnocent69]

I expect very, at first

[PaleDale]

It's an essential part of it

[Twalli]

It gets her the first date.

[Eempriyanka]

Very much... very very much!

[Anonymous]

It's very important in my opinion.

[wkhan_87]

Very important

[eagle1951]

top 5

[Skyros]

Very