Is physical contact more important in a relationship than non physical contact?
826311
Do you mean sex?  I think it's silly to put a number on how often you want it.  I think it shoud be a mutual thing.  There are people with really high sex drives, and people with really low sex drives.  If two people with conflicting levels get together, there will likely be problems in the relationship (although I think they can be worked out if both people make an effort).  I don't think there is a standard to live up to.  Both people need to decide what is right for their relationship.  Of course non-sexual contact should also be considered.  If you truly connect with someone intellectually and emotionally, you might feel that you are better able to compromise with the physical part.
642968
Well truthfully those type of people disgust me I mean really it doesn't have to be physical at all!  whatever happen to just chatting these days?  I am really sorry you are only exposed to that sort of thing, people should learn that you can be just as happy with out having to feel all over another.. I mean really now!  And if you are whatever happened to cuddling?  you dont' have to be all touchie feelie!  \n\nSo really I wouldnt' personally say physcial attraction should or play a big role in any relationship it is only a part of it!  Whats really makes a relationship is the good communication between you and your lover THEN you can worry about how physically appealing they are :-)
294286
Sex is what brings a couple closer.  Its what we share with our partner that we dont share with others.  The emotional effects on the relationship are great. you feel loved and needed, happy, (high as a kite too!) we as humans need contact from others, this being one of the ways we need contact.  It only enhances the relationship when we give ourselves to our partner.
297133
As friends, you probably already share an intimacy (just not physically). If you recognize this, then starting to talk about moving towards a more physical intimacy may be easier. It's never easy to take a risk, but the risk makes it more worthwhile.
269169
no i think love is more important
968671
it depends on if there is more to the relationship that sexual activity. if the couple is interested in each others thoughts and likes their personality and cares for them then sure it could lead to a commited relationship. but if sexual activity is all the relationship is about then i would have to say no. you cant truely care for someone if the only thing you know about them is how good they kiss.
60760
It is important to men in a physical sense and to women in an emotional sense. If I had to pick one, I would say guys. More because I believe that women love the communication and personality of a man before she can give him any sex, while a man will have sex on his mind most of the time.
572705
If two people do get as involved as you want then emotions are inevitable.  Even if two people try to make a commitment to not get emotionally attached it is next to impossible for one or both of them to stay emotionally distant.  Taking long walks usually means there is a commitment of some sort.  You want a physical relationship with no strings attached right?  Well it never works out.  One way or another emotions are going to get evolved.  If not the luvy-duvy type then the angry type.  Unfortunately many people have an idea as to what the ideal relationship is.  The guy is supposed to be the bread winner or the woman is supposed to cook and clean and many other things like that.  Everyone wants to pick and choose what happens when two people get together, but because the two people are different people then this is impossible.  You can't just pick and choose exactly what you want when you're with someone.  You want all the physical, but no emotional aspects of a relationship and unfortuantely for you it can't be done.
112710
sexual contact. And it doesn't have to be intercourse. Just touching your "you know whats" together is enough!!!! So, be cautious!!!!!!
208198
A steady relationship, if its a happy one, consists of many more things other than sex.  Nowadays we tend to focus a lot on sexual matters and to measure and judge people around us by this.  A happy relationship will have whatever is necessary to make it work, love, understanding, companionship, and ... ah yes, Sex!
326880
A deeper level of intimacy, an emotional connection.  A person you have a relationship with should be more than just a friend and yes the possibility of marriage. Relationship is based on emotional love.\n\nThis might help...\nFriendship http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Friendship\nRelationship http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Relationship
904551
Love is more important but of course money is needed. Personality is much more important than looks but honestly, we need that physical attraction too. Family is more important than friends but I do love my friends too. College, more education is much better than going for a job after high school but sometimes that doesn't work out for some of us. I love getting letters but pictures are great for memories of special moments. I think it's important to show interest and care about the life of the the ones I love but my life is important too. It's all give and take. :)
104397
This is a tougher question to answer than it seems.  First, many studies have shown that men are more visually affected when it comes to romance than women.  However, without a doubt, physical attraction does play a role for both in the initial encounter.  However, if physical attraction is the only aspect of the relationship, it is doomed to failure.  As it takes awhile for persons to learn about the inner qualities of other persons, that aspect takes a deeper meaning only as the relationship developes.
42345
No, It's typical that the one thing might be physical but in the end there is alot more than that. Validaion, security, trust, conversation, understanding, love.  Most of theese things will overriv=de the physical.
404833
The most honest answer i could gues at would be that maybe intimacy in other ways is far more important than the actual act itself.  Maybe he respects you enough not to either desire you or its the fact that for a medical reason he has lost the desire to want it.
415614
I'd say without, because it's the real natural feeling. You can feel each other's "real" self. And it's more sensitive for both.\nAlthought it is not recommended at all unless you're both married.\nFor many reasons such as, STDs, pregnancy....yea..
1183727
There is no ideal, sweetie. It totally depends on...well, so very much, including, the woman, the way the guy works what he has, and myriad other things. More than anything, though, while yes, some physical things are kinda important, the absolute most important thing is the way you make the lady feel both when she's near you and when she's miles away from you (she is stimulated much more in her mind that she will be anywhere else). Hope this helps!