Does Holding Off on Having Sex Really Improve Your Relationship's Long Term Potential?

Are you skeptical that holding off on having sex will really have any impact on the success of your relationship? Are you quick to jump into a physical relationship only to be left disappointed when things don't work out? When is it the right time to have sex? Holding off on having sex really can strengthen the foundation of your relationship.

There are many reasons that delaying sex is a good idea for both of you. First, it helps you separate the men who are just looking for a fling from the men who have real relationship potential. Having sex too soon tends to cloud your judgment about the man involved. You may overlook things that would normally be a red flag or you may fall into the trap of believing that sex itself will lead to love.

Additionally, delaying sex puts you in a unique category. Men have no problem finding women who are willing to have sex without any strings attached. So when a woman sets boundaries in this area it grabs his attention and fuels his anticipation which then drives him to prove that he is worthy of you. And if you believe that you are worth the wait, most men will too.

So when is the right time?

It's definitely not before he has made an exclusive commitment to you. And you can't make any assumptions here. If he hasn't specifically informed you both verbally and by his actions that he only wants to be with you, then you don't have a commitment. Don't let him slide on this. It's very important that you steak your ground clearly and then stick to it. No doubt it will be hard to do when the chemistry is intense, but it can be done.

Ultimately the decision to hold off on having sex is yours to make. Just be aware of the pros and cons of each choice and make a decision that you are comfortable with rather than allowing pressure from others to dictate your choice for you.

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This article is contributed by Tina Jones from the Unforgettable Woman Publishing Team. She works together with founder Alexandra Fox and writes dating/relationship articles for women. You can find more about Unforgettable Woman Publishing by visiting their website.

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By Tina L. Jones