r/randomquestions • u/Low_Web9770 • 24m ago
Why do i only connect physical affection to a romantic partner?
personally, i feel weird whenever loved ones give me anything other than side hugs. I’ve always avoided hugs from friends. But It’s not because I don’t want them. I yearn for all types of physical affection(bear hugs, cuddling, etc) but only with a romantic partner. All of it just feels so intimate and maybe it’s because I grew up in a home where no one really hugged, said I love you, or anything, not even my parents to each other. I’ve never dated anyone or even had any romantic experiences so maybe my idea is altered. But I want some help understanding what this is or where it comes from and if anyone relates because I’ve tried explaining this to other people and they look at me like I’m a weirdo and they don’t understand.