When we talk about intimacy, we think of sex. But intimacy doesn't always have to be sexual. Intimacy in relationships goes far beyond just physical connection. In this video, we explore eight different types of intimacy that are crucial for healthy and fulfilling relationships with people in general. Understanding and nurturing these forms of intimacy can help deepen your emotional intimacy and strengthen your bonds with others.

#relationship #love #intimacy

Credits:
Writer: LIGHT
Editor: Isadora Ho
Script Manager: Kelly Soong
Voice Over: Gabriel Miles
Animator: Zuzia
YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong

References:

Well and Good (2023). The Types of Intimacy in a Relationship, What They Are, and Why They Are All Important. Retrieved from www.wellandgood.com/types-of-intimacy/
Choosing Therapy (2023). 10 Types of Intimacy in a Relationship. Retrieved from www.choosingtherapy.com/types-of-intimacy/
Choosing Therapy (2023). 10 Ways to Build Intellectual Intimacy. Retrieved from www.choosingtherapy.com/intellectual-intimacy/
Jakubiak, B. K., & Feeney, B. C. (2017). Affectionate Touch to Promote Relational, Psychological, and Physical Well-Being in Adulthood: A Theoretical Model and Review of the Research. Personality and Social Psychology Review, 21(3), 228-252. doi.org/10.1177/1088868316650307
Sorokowska A, Kowal M, Saluja S, Aavik T, Alm C, Anjum A, Asao K, Batres C, González KU, Uhryn O, Vauclair CM, Yoo G, Zupančič M, Croy I. Love and affectionate touch toward romantic partners all over the world. Sci Rep. 2023 Apr 4;13(1):5497. doi:10.1038/s41598-023-31502-1.