Relationships: Exploring Intimacy in Relationships

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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.
The Meaning of Intimacy

Spread throughout this article are questions designed to help you think about and explore intimacy in your relationship. You can think about and answer these questions on your own. Or, you can discuss and think about these questions with your romantic partner and, in this way, use the article to both explore and think about intimacy, and as an experience in intimacy.

Question: Think about the meaning of intimacy. If you'd like, refer to a dictionary, read a book or article on the subject of intimacy, or check out the Internet. Then define intimacy in your own words: what five behaviors, things, events, or interactions do you mo"

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