How big a deal is physical attraction in arranged marriage?

Advice Needed

Hi ladies,

I am 29F and currently looking for an arranged marriage. I had a long relationship a few years ago, but I am no longer emotionally attached to it.

It has been more than 6 months since I started using Matrimony, but I’m not finding myself physically attracted to any of the guys I meet there. Mind you, this happens only with matrimony matches. Even after my breakup, I did feel attracted to some men, dated, but it went nowhere.

I still try talking to some of the guys even when I don’t feel any initial attraction, just to see if something might develop later. But I end up feeling nothing. I also feel like I shouldn’t waste the guy’s time, so I usually give some reason and don’t move forward.

Another thing is that whenever the conversation starts moving towards involving parents, I immediately feel uncomfortable and kind of flinch.

What is wrong with me? Without physical attraction, I cannot imagine getting married to someone. At this rate, it feels like I may never get married at all.

Has anyone experienced something similar when it comes to physical attraction? Is it really a big deal?

Posted Mar 4, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC

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