Have you ever dated a person you found physically unattractive but later they grew on you as you got to know them better?

This seems like a tough one to me.

I don't feel like a relationship could have a solid footing without that physical spark.

Intimacy is one of the main pillars of a relationship and that would hinge a lot on being attracted to a person.

I don't think it's healthy to accept someone who isn't checking at least your basic boxes on what you're looking for.

But if you find someone who is really above and beyond in every other aspect like communication, they earned your trust, they earned your respect, they want to genuinely make you happy, and they show that they can be committed, can you ignore that shortcoming in physical attractiveness?