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[quote=imns]But then there's the guaranteed drama, jealousy, and heartbreak. What you're talking about is the euphoria phase of the relationship, but you can't just be happy forever.[/quote]

Unfortunately, bad stuff happen
however if feeling of security was on true and honest basis and both partners were fully honest

then it may last forever

[quote=Momo123]From my experience, women only want money and guys just want sex. I never had a real relationship because most of the girls who I thought would be "the one", end up using you and then cheat on you. And it's not like they care or anything. There just like "your breaking up with me, whatever." I keep thinking that women are heartless...[/quote]

There's a big, big difference between girls and women, my friend. Just like there's a difference between boys and men.

[quote=imns]But then there's the guaranteed drama, jealousy, and heartbreak. What you're talking about is the euphoria phase of the relationship, but you can't just be happy forever.[/quote]

Cynical, much? You call it drama and heartbreak, I call it lessons learned and memories made.

[quote=purecanesoda]I like the feeling of security. That for the time being and for the "near future", I suppose
you could call it, you have someone special to spend time with and talk to. It's a warmer feeling
than just a friendship, especially if you love each other. Even though these things are all in your
head, it overall can make you happier. Who doesn't like being happy? :B[/quote]

I like this

feeling of security

Long thread with lots of comments, not going to read them all. This is the answer from a hardcore hopeless romantic.

A relationship is something that's tossed over everyone's heads nowadays. I'm not going to go on and on griping about how today's youth has no values, or anything like that, so don't worry. The fact of the matter is that there are a lot of reasons why people form romantic or sexual relationships, most of which are - in my opinion - morally despicable. There's actually websites out there that candor to an audience that want to have an affair, discreetly. It's disgusting. If that's what you're looking for, find a partner who is into that.

Anyway, I digress. The only reason I ever look for a romantic relationship is for the company, but not just because there was a lack thereof. I've gone years and years without a relationship, or even "getting any." What does all that even mean if there's not a real, deep, emotional connection? Alas, this approach to relationship has more than a few downfalls. For example, someone who is comfortable with just "hitting and quitting," "humping and dumping," or whatever have you, is that these people are obviously not emotionally attached to these people. They're okay with that, and to them they don't think twice about it. I've actually tried doing this, and I am literally incapable. I felt terrible afterwards. Additionally, when I get emotionally attached to someone who doesn't feel the same way back, it makes it twice as hard because to me, I really see that something could be there.

Hm, I could go on forever. I'll stop.

There's reasons other than sex?

[quote=imns]This is all very specific and depends on the case though. I agree there are disadvantages to not having someone next to you in person, but I don't think it's related solely to relationships. It just sucks when you can't do stuff together in general, whether it's a relationship or just friendship. What I'm saying is I don't see the difference between long-distance relationships and long-distance friendships, except for sex. Now what about asexual "relationships"? Shouldn't those be easier to maintain in long distance, like for teens who have agreed not to sleep together yet? But then again, we're back to the original question. What is the difference between a relationship and a friendship, other than sex?[/quote]
A long-distance friendship and a long-distance relationship are exactly what they sound like though: a friendship or a relationship that is carried out at a distance. If you're going to say that you can't see the difference between a long-distance relationship and a long-distance friendship, then you're essentially saying that there's no difference between a regular friendship and a regular relationship (just add some space between them). In a relationship, there's a certain level of connection (not just through sex). Surely people don't talk, flirt, or act the same way with their friends as they would with their significant other. I know I definitely wouldn't be acting as crazy and carefree as I do amongst others compared to when I'm with my boyfriend, and I definitely wouldn't be flirting with others either. Friends also don't go out of their ways to treat each other the way significant others do. In a long-distance relationship, there's still that different kind of connection that separates it from a regular friendship, you just have to do it at a distance. And to answer your first post about why regular relationships are better than long-distance ones, it's harder to keep that connection going at a distance since you can't interact with them the same way you would in person. It becomes even harder when you're limited to talking to them for only a few hours a week at a set time. Your significant other just isn't a part of your life in the same way that they would be in person. You're basically each living your own lives in a long-distance relationship and telling each other about it at the end of the day, whereas in a regular one your lives are sort of intertwined.

[quote=xreminiscing]Because you want to take your friendship to the next level. In a relationship, you get to be completely comfortable with your significant other without the fear of judgement. You actually get to see how that person you like so much acts when it comes to compromising or sacrificing something. You have someone to do cutesy things with like cuddling while watching a movie. There are so many other things that relationships entail. Yes there's sex, but why not just be "friends with benefits" with someone if you're not looking for a commitment?[/quote]

I like this (:

specially "you get to be completely comfortable with your significant other without the fear of judgement"

because as people grow older and life becomes harder it is nearly a must to have something like this

Because having a loving relationship with someone else is healthy.
Or so I've heard.

You can't just start a relationship. A real relationship will happen on its on. Just be open and don't be fast to shut others out and in time you may find yourself in one.

[quote=MagiBombchu]To unite two souls together in this crazy world.[/quote]

I like this

to unite 2 souls to face this crazy world till they die

I think it is more realistic than it seems

Because you want to take your friendship to the next level. In a relationship, you get to be completely comfortable with your significant other without the fear of judgement. You actually get to see how that person you like so much acts when it comes to compromising or sacrificing something. You have someone to do cutesy things with like cuddling while watching a movie. There are so many other things that relationships entail. Yes there's sex, but why not just be "friends with benefits" with someone if you're not looking for a commitment?

[quote=imns]I've been wondering that for years. Also why RL relationships are so superior to long distance relationships.
No real answer other than physical contact has ever surfaced. I guess the world really does revolve around sex.[/quote]
It's a lot different when you get to see someone in a real life setting versus solely seeing them on the computer or hearing them on the phone. When you run out of things to say on the phone, you would probably hang up unless you want to endure a long and pointless silence until someone decides it's time to sleep. In real life though, it's natural to have a long silence because you're not expected to be carrying on a conversation the entire time you're together. You also can't go out and do anything with someone that's miles away, so your only encounter with your significant other is when you're stuck in front of your computer screen telling them about your daily adventures rather than being a part of it.

[quote=imns]And you can't do that without being defined as a couple, and without sex?

[url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Love]Wikipedia can explain ANYTHING.[/url][/quote]

who says u need sex to have a relationship?

[quote=imns]I know what you meant, and I wasn't being sarcastic. I honestly believe that every relationship is going to fail if you can just live long enough to get to that point. It's also quite common knowledge now that an increasing percentage of marriages get to that point before having reached death every year.[/quote]

It is true.. however it shouldnt be a concern or no relationships will be there to begin with... Because most people live for hope
I personally enjoy "following my heart" and spontaneously living my life (sex/social image) but I think those successful relationships something more

I need someone to make my children.

Why do you hang out with your friends?
Because you enjoy their company and the times you guys have together, right?

Same goes for a relationship except that that person is like...your best friend, the person who will stand by your side no matter what. Yes sex is eventually a part of it, but shouldn't be the sole reason for a relationship.

[quote=braunter123]@mo0o0ody: I would really like to believe that good relationships last forever....[/quote]

I myself would like to believe so too, However you cant live your life expecting it as life is short, So what are the alternatives?

[quote=braunter123]Because you want to spend every second of your life with that person.
You can't explain love.[/quote]

I am pretty sure that it is a good reason to start a relationship
but is it enough to maintain it?

There's all kinds of relationships. Even a friend ship is a relationship. You don't need a reason to start any of them, but if you want an intimate relationship not based on sex but love, then you already have your reason as is. Love is just your affection and passion towards that person, and your reasons for wanting to start a relationship with them is all the reasons that made you fell in love with them in the first place. Maybe you enjoy being with them and want to stay with them more, or maybe you enjoy protecting their smile, so that's why you want to be in a relationship? W/e the reason is different from person to person.

[quote=braunter123]Because you want to spend every second of your life with that person.
You can't explain love.[/quote]

U just explained it in the first sentence

Coz its a challenge for me to get this woman.

maybe because you really like them? if u don't want sex then what species are you?

Usually because you're lonely and you want sex.