Successful Relationships Reading Corner

This week we wrote about the importance of touch in all our relationships, and these articles cover different aspects of touching. They share numerous studies on the topic.

The Power of Touch: Physical Affection is Important in Relationships, but Some People Need More Than Others “Study after study has found that couples who touch each other more tend to be happier. From backrubs to gentle caresses to hand-holding to hugging, the more intimate contact couples have with one another, the more satisfied they tend to be with their relationships. Certainly, sexual touch is important, too, but non-sexual physical contact appears to have unique benefits.”

The Remarkable Power of Touch “The power of touch is profound – whether it is an accidental glazing from a stranger, the strong kneading of a professional masseur, a gentle hold from someone close, a reassuring squeeze of the hand, an ‘I see you’ caress, an encouraging touch on the back, a quick kiss on the forehead or one that is slower, more tender and more anticipated. It can strengthen connections, heal, communicate, influence and soothe. When the touch is cold and brittle, it can also widen the distance between two people.”

8 Reasons Why We Need Human Touch More Than Ever (pdf) “Physical contact distinguishes humans from other animals. From a warm handshake or sympathetic hug to a congratulatory pat on the back, we have developed complex languages, cultures, and emotional expression through physical contact. But in a tech-saturated world, non-sexual human touch is in danger of becoming rare, if not obsolete. Despite the benefits of digital advancement, it is vital to preserve human touch in order for us truly to thrive.”

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