Relationships: Exploring Intimacy in Relationships

Relationships: Exploring Intimacy in Relationships: "EXPLORING INTIMACY IN RELATIONSHIPS
by Phil Rich, Ed.D., MSW

Defining intimacy is no straightforward task. Its meaning varies from relationship to relationship, and within relationships over time. In some relationships, intimacy is entwined with sex and feelings of closeness may be connected or confused with sexual feelings. In other relationships, intimacy has more to do with shared moments than sexual interactions. In any case, intimacy is linked with feelings of closeness among partners in a relationship. But, even without a specific definition, it seems clear that intimacy and healthy relationships go hand in hand. Indeed, intimacy is a basic ingredient in any meaningful relationship."

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