Is sex really important/essential to a relationship?

[Anonymous]

[OlderAndWiser]

It is not essential if one of the partners is unable to engage in a sexual relationship; there are married couples in which one of the two is quadriplegic and they stay married, so. . . it must not be essential. However, if I was in a relationship in which my partner was capable but simply refused to have sex as a matter of preference, I would let them know that I wanted to have a sexual relationship with my partner, not just a friendship, and if they did not want to be that partner, I would end the relationship so I could find someone who did want the whole package.

[Krodaxun]

Unless both are asexual, of course it is important. It brings each other closer. It is a physical need that only your partner can fulfill. Masturbation is only so satisfying. Look at it this way. A relationship without sex is like getting a new phone without a charger. It is all well and happy in the beginning, but it eventually goes down hill. Eventually you're going to need a charger (sex). If it doesn't come with the relationship (phone) you'll get it somewhere else because it is a physical need.

[kaylaS91]

I wouldn't go so far as to say sex is absolutely critical for the well-being of a relationship to continue, but it's definitely pretty important. I mean, without it, how would a romantic relationship differ from simply being close friends?

[Kimm_3]

It isn't the "only" thing to do in a relationship but it is one of the important parts however. It strengthens the relationship.

[Shyy503]

I definitely need it. My boyfriend does too, so works out well 🙃 sex puts us in a good mood and closer every time

[MrOracle]

Only if you want the relationship to be with a man.

[19magic]

definitely

[Deniz4c]

Give me send a message please

[MackFreeze]

For me I want to wait for marriage so, it's important but not until then.

[Cloudy25]

At some point yes because it makes it more intimate and solid in my opinion.

[ZombieMess]

yes, really important

[Melina1982]

Definitely!

[Paddiee]

Sex is important, it forms bonds and brings intimacy, but if you make it esential the relationship will not last, are reltionship needs to be built around friendship, compainship and love first, sex is a bonus after that, as the sex will always die down eveentually

[AleDeEurope]

Yes, it's important. Without sex you can't really reach the full connection with each other.

[carlos06]

Unless both members of the relationship are asexual, then yes, it is essential.

It strenghtens (have no idea if it's well written ): ) the relationship. Satisfying someone you love is very pleasant, being satisfied by someone you love is very pleasant, creates intimacy and complicity between them.

Does that mean you're obliged to have sex? Nope. Does that mean you owe sex to anyone? Nope. Is it a essential part of a relationship? Yep

[notallthere98]

Many people consider it to be, but I don't. I'd actually be much happier in a sexless relationship

[Dargil]

Guys are validated by sexuality. It's one of the pillars of a successful, longterm relationship. It needn't and shouldn't come too early but within a reasonable time, if you don't make me cum, you will make me go. And that doesn't necessarily mean intercourse.

[reptocarl]

Yes it is

[0112358]

Yes, in the long run. By sex I mean joint sexual activity.

It can be waited for, but waiting doesn't mean something's not important, it means its being deferred.

And if intercourse isn't possible or enjoyable there are other sex acts.

But mutual sexual desire is really important for most in romantic relationships.

[404filenotfound]

I'd say that it's important, and definitely part of a healthy, balanced relationship.

[ColoradoChick84]

It's critical to a relationship. Keeps the relationship functional!!

[Water2020]

Yes it is.

[emerald77]

Not to me.

[mrunal77]

yes it is

[Haemoglobin]

yeah

[Matt4200]

Nope
It's just a plus
If someone's in relationship just for sex then get rid if them