I didn’t realize how little physical affection I got growing up until I was in my first serious relationship and my partner ...

In the opening scene of Love, Actually, Hugh Grant's character says how, whenever he gets gloomy with the state of the world, he thinks about the arrivals gate at Heathrow airport. The reason is on ...

My parents just weren't physical people. They showed love through making sure we were fed, safe, and had what we needed. But ...

Whether you’re a touchy-feely person or not, there are multiple reasons to be more physically affectionate in your close relationships. Here are seven, with links to the research: 1. Physical ...

When it comes to maintaining a strong and passionate connection in a relationship, many couples focus primarily on the sexual aspect. While sexual intimacy is undoubtedly important, there’s another, ...

He admitted that his son needing physical affection from him came out of nowhere. As kids get older and into their teenage years, all of those hormonal changes can make them quite cranky and irritable ...

True happiness lies in how couples show up for each other in a marriage, day in and day out. Here are five factors contributing to their long-lasting love and joy. If you’ve ever caught yourself ...

Relationship transformations don’t always require expensive therapy sessions or lengthy heart-to-heart conversations. Sometimes, the most profound changes emerge from the simplest possible gesture—a ...

Some people shudder at the thought of a hug. Others freeze as soon as someone touches their arm. What if this rejection of physical affection has its roots much earlier than expected? In childhood, ...