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Behaviors that block intimacy in a relationship
From avoiding difficult conversations to keeping score from past fights, here are a few behaviors that can block intimacy.
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In order to build deep and meaningful relationships, intimacy is important. It helps in creating connections. "Emotional intimacy allows individuals to truly know and understand each other on a profound level. It involves being vulnerable, sharing fears, dreams, and desires, and providing emotional support," wrote Relationship Coach Kasturi M. She further noted down a few behaviors that can block intimacy in a relationship. (Unsplash)
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When we start to avoid important conversations in a relationship, we start to move away emotionally from the partner, leading to more problems. (Unsplash)
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Keeping score from past fights and disagreements can make the partner feel less valued and disrespected. (Unsplash)
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In a relationship, we should make it a point to clarify regarding the desires and needs. Expecting the other person to read our minds can lead to fights and unfulfilled needs. (Unsplash)
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Understanding and empathy should be of prime importance in a relationship. Not losing compassion and respect for the partner helps in creating a healthy space. (Unsplash)
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