Is it so wrong to want a relationship but without the physical side? Still cuddle and get intimate but not all way. It's more an emotional relationship looking for. Is that not a normal thing?
For some people, yes. You might have a look at asexuality . Another thing might be repressed feelings... if you have the feeling a counselor might help, you could give it a try... a phase of stress... a healthy nutrition, like enough fruits and cutting on high sugar drinks, and some exercise daily might help... getting a few minutes of sunlight every day to brighten the mood... hope this is not too graphic but do you have the desire to please yourself from time to time ? Maybe your drive is just low, for various reasons. Are you taking meds, is your mood a bit low ? If so, you might have a look here: Feeling and some people simply need an emotional connection first... (*hug*)
But how do you tell someone your not looking for physical straight off but emotional first, then perhaps it could develope
Just be honest about it first and foremost. If you tell someone you want to approach things in a certain way right from the off, you've given them a good general idea of what to expect and no one can (or should at least) rightfully complain about that. Just explain to them you want to take it slow and maybe not go all the way but see how it goes, and maybe also explain a little of your reasons why if you feel comfortable doing so just so they know it's not down to you not liking them or anything like that. The only thing that might potentially annoy someone is if you don't specify what sort of relationship you're looking for fairly early on, because no one likes to feel that information has been held back from them. Of course this does run the risk that the person might tell you they are not interested in a relationship were 'going all the way' might be off the table, but if this is how they feel then it's better to find out early on before you've formed an attachment.
No, it's not wrong at all! Many people seek relationships primarily for the emotional intimacy. And while it's common for most couples to want to have sex - sometimes even before romance - many people regardless of gender and orientation choose to wait to have sex until they're in love. As long as both people are happy and safe, there's nothing wrong with either choice. You've already received lots of good advice here. I'd just add that you should be direct and honest about what you want in a partner. If you meet someone you really like and you want to be in a relationship with that person that, for now, doesn't involve sex, then say so! They might be totally into that. Don't be afraid to be specific about exactly you are comfortable doing. More likely than not, they'll appreciate your candor. If someone doesn't want to be in a relationship unless there's a physical side to it, don't take it personally. That person just wasn't compatible. there are plenty of people who want the same things as you do. It certainly doesn't mean that they're normal and you're wrong. And if someone tries to make you feel awkward or uncomfortable for not wanting to get physical right away, dump them. You don't want to be dating someone like that anyway.
