Sex is like air...it doesn't seem that important, until you're not getting any.  Sex is good.  In fact, it's really good.  Sex is one of the most basic human needs.  It is one of our basic desires, like hunger and the need for sleep.  Sex was made to feel good to ensure the proliferation of the human race.  That doesn't mean that the only reason people have sex is to procreate.  Sex can also be very enjoyable, and is a very important part of a relationship.

One of the main arguments in relationships is over sex.  Either one or both partners are unhappy with the frequency, or quality, of their sexual relationship.  Unfortunately, many people fail to see the importance of sex in a relationship.  It is, however, important on many levels.

It forms a connection

The connection two people feel during sex is unlike any other.  Not only are your bodies connecting in a way that (hopefully) feels incredibly good to both of you, but your minds have to connect as well.  And, believe me, the better your minds connect during sex, the better your bodies will feel during sex.

It brings people together

Our lives are busy, hectic, and stressful.  Many times, we get so caught up in what's going on in our own life that we forget or ignore what's going on in our partner's life.  Sex brings people together in a way that nothing else can.  The physical closeness and the mental and emotional connections that occur during sex re-connect people, and remind them of what they have in common.

It feels good

Couples should do things together that they enjoy, right?  But, who can afford to go out anymore?  It doesn't cost a thing to have sex, and it feels better than anything that money can buy.   Sex is a great way for two people to enjoy each other's company, and best of all, it's free!

Why This Is So Important

These are just a few of the reasons why sex is so important in a relationship.  Without it, it's just like being without air.  You feel suffocated and lifeless.  So, breathe life back into your relationship.  Like the slogan says...Just do it....and do it often. 

This article is an excerpt from the book Missing Pieces: 21 Secrets of a Successful Relationship by Will Irvin, now available from Lulu.com in paperback, hardcover, and for download.