Physical Intimacy
What is physical intimacy?
Intimate actions that are physical.
What is intellectual intimacy?
Intimacy formed by discussing ideas and thoughts with your partner.
What is experiential intimacy?
Intimate moments formed by creating experiences.
What is emotional intimacy?
Intimacy formed by expressing your feelings, good or bad, and receiving validation from your partner.
No, physical intimacy creates a feeling of emotional closeness.
Is intellectual intimacy a debate? If not, what is it?
No! Intellectual intimacy should never be seen as a debate. Instead, it is more of a way to share your thoughts and opinions with your curious partner.
What activities are examples of experiential intimacy.
Is it better to develop emotional intimacy earlier or later onto the relationship?
It is better to develop emotional intimacy earlier on, as it will create more valuable relationships.
What is one example of physical intimacy?
holding hands, cuddling, kissing, hugging...etc.
What type of environment should the partners create to form intellectual intimacy?
The partners should have mutual respect and a non-judgmental attitude.
True or False. All experiences partners do together are enjoyable for both.
False, experiences may be catered towards one partner more, but they should be pleasurable to both in general.
What type of ear should you have to develop emotional intimacy?
Listener's ear.
No, it is a form of non-sexual physical intimacy.
What is a type of topic you could discuss that is a form of intellectual intimacy?
Planning a future together.
How long does it take for experiential intimacy to be developed?
It takes several years as couples live their lives together.
What type of people should you talk about your life crisis to? What does talking to those people create?
Talking to trustworthy people about your life crisis forms emotional intimacy?
What are two ways to create physical intimacy?
1. Have an open conversation. 2. Starting off with small gestures and respecting boundaries.
It can be either, but spontaneous discussions are seen to be more meaningful and flexible.
Should you force your partner to do an experience you know they wouldn't like?
Absolutely not. You should plan experiences that you know your partner would enjoy.
What are three ways to develop emotional intimacy?
1. Opening up about your past traumas. 2. Sharing thoughts during deep conversations. 3.Talking to trustworthy people during a life crisis