This is one I struggle with from time to time.... not wanting to demand unrealistic things from my partner but needing to feel a certain way with him and our relationship that only he can provide. The Love Languages is a good starting place I think and can be an eye opener as to why someone might not be responding to your way of loving/caring. A couple of mine off the top of my head.... I want to have sex 3 times a week, I need to have physical affection and attentiveness more. I want him to be creative with me, especially in the bedroom, but I need a playful partner in general, life would be unbearable to me if we didn't laugh all the time with each other or I couldn't be a silly dork when I wanted to be. I'm sure I have more.... I'll add them as they come up. What are some of your wants vs needs in this fast food, instant gratification society are we being realistic?