I have been in alot of relationships in my lifetime. I have been married 4 times now. before you say something is wrong with me let me explain...2 were abusers. 1 was an alcoholic. The man I am married to is wonderful! He treats me very well.
I think in any relationship you need to be best friends. that is what makes people feel connected to their partners. At times I have felt much more connected to someone I wasn't married to. I mean as like a live in situation. just my 2 cents worth