Sex Or Love? What Makes Relationship Work?

[bronsonamo13]

sex

[sannicolas7]

sex

[Chris Tan]

both

[zatarra]

Both of course.

[kjyo]

both.

without love; it’s just lust and without sex- it’s not exactly an intimate relationship.

[Revan]

Both...trust, her understanding that no matter what your sexual proclivities are, she is always your number one.

[jceros]

For some bitches, none of the above. It's money! 

[JosephKeys]

A lasting relationship requires both, and here's what truly is important:

• Love lays the groundwork. It's the emotional adhesive, trust, care, respect, and feeling seen. Without it, it's merely attraction on a countdown timer.
• Sex keeps it alive. Physical intimacy isn't merely a matter of pleasure. It's about bonding, vulnerability, and keeping the spark lit.

But here's reality:
Neither love nor sex alone can sustain a relationship if there is no communication, effort, or emotional safety.

The real deal:

• Love without intimacy? That's like friendship.
• Sex without love? That's hollow.
• Both, and commitment and understanding? That's the magic.

So… what is it that makes a relationship succeed?
A balance. Emotional + physical + mutual effort. Lose one, and the table tips.

[jnewport]

it is both and could never be only one

[Kalel737]

Sex can keep the passion alive, but love sustains the relationship through life’s ups and downs. When both are present and nurtured, a relationship has a much better chance of lasting.

[DinaFritz]

17 hours ago, Kalel737 said:

Sex can keep the passion alive, but love sustains the relationship through life’s ups and downs. When both are present and nurtured, a relationship has a much better chance of lasting.

“Love sustains the relationship” this. And love is a choice. Sex is an added bonus.