Do Men Think Sex Means a Relationship? How to Tell What He's Thinking

It's a question often asked by women who are considering beginning a sexual relationship with a man: do men think sex means a relationship? If you've ever been hurt by a man who simply moved on without explanation after having sex with you a few times, you are probably anxious to know the answer. After all, you don't want to be hurt again.

Times have changed

In times past, it was safe to assume that when two people had sex it did mean a relationship. In those days, virginity was highly prized and it was assumed that couples would wait until marriage to have sex. Of course, that meant that some couples ended up getting married too young and just for the sex. In some ways, today's values translate into a better chance for the marriage since sexual tension is no longer a factor in a couple's decision to marry.

How to tell if your man sees sex as a relationship

The fact is, most modern men do not see sex as part of a relationship. While women tend to become emotionally involved when they have sex with a man, the same is not true for men. They tend to see sex as a physical act, completely separate from any emotional involvement with the partner.

If what you are looking for is a relationship, it is important to understand this difference and learn to recognize the signs that mean a guy is looking for a real relationship as well as sex. If he calls you frequently, finds reasons to spend time with you and lavishes attention on you when you're together, it is quite likely he wants a relationship.

On the other hand, if he calls you infrequently and late at night, you can be pretty sure he simply sees you as a friend with benefits. In that case, you will have to decide whether that is enough for you or if it is time to move on.

Test his intentions

If you want to know a guy's true intentions, it is usually a good idea to make him wait for sex until you've had a chance to get to know each other. Since it is usually not the case that men think sex means relationship, it is up to you to decide if and when you will begin a sexual relationship with your guy. That is, if you are interested in a serious and lasting relationship with him.Imagine what if you could make any man adore you, chase you, love you, and commit to you?