Hey everyone,I’d love to hear your thoughts on the role of initial attraction in the development of romantic relationships. Specifically, do you think lust is often the starting point for love, or is it possible for deep love to develop without an initial physical attraction?
On one hand, some people argue that physical attraction and lust are natural and important initial sparks that can lead to deeper emotional connections over time. They believe that without this initial attraction, it's challenging for love to flourish.On the other hand, others believe that deep love can develop based on emotional, intellectual, and other non-physical connections. They argue that relationships built on shared values, interests, and emotional intimacy can be just as strong, if not stronger, than those founded on physical attraction.
What has been your experience? Can love develop without an initial spark of lust? Or do you think lust is a necessary component at the beginning of a romantic relationship?Looking forward to hearing your perspectives!
On one hand, some people argue that physical attraction and lust are natural and important initial sparks that can lead to deeper emotional connections over time. They believe that without this initial attraction, it's challenging for love to flourish.On the other hand, others believe that deep love can develop based on emotional, intellectual, and other non-physical connections. They argue that relationships built on shared values, interests, and emotional intimacy can be just as strong, if not stronger, than those founded on physical attraction.
What has been your experience? Can love develop without an initial spark of lust? Or do you think lust is a necessary component at the beginning of a romantic relationship?Looking forward to hearing your perspectives!