physical intimacy

In chapter 9, Intimacy and Distance in Relational communication, the text discussed the dimensions of intimacy. Overall intimacy has many different dimensions. There is not just one definition of intimacy. I personally feel that intimacy varies on the type of relationship you are in. Intimacy is very important in relationships but if you don’t love yourself then it is hard show intimacy to someone else. To me, intimacy means to have a close bond with someone. You need to trust them to show intimacy. If there is no trust then it’s hard to be on a personal level with them. The first dimension that the text discussed about intimacy was physical intimacy. This is very interesting because this is something that is hard to explain in words. Mother’s and a baby they feel a bond and intimate feeling of closeness that is hard to put into words. Physical contact like hugging, holding, and cuddling are all types of physical intimacy that people share with each other. Many people feel that physical intimacy means that it’s sexual. Clearly this is not the case, my family gives hugs to everyone we feel intimate with. This is a bond that can live a lifetime and its very important in everyone’s life.