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A sign of a lack of physical intimacy.

Many people think

Relationships break down only when they fight hard.

Or already love each other

But the truth is, sometimes it doesn't break like that.

It gradually fell silent.

And one of the most obvious signs is

Physical intimacy gradually disappeared.

Not just about sex.

But also a little tapping.

This is a sign that often happens.

1. Stay close to each other but no longer touch each other

In the past, there could be a handshake, a hug, or a touch of the shoulder.

But as time passes,

We started sitting beside each other like strangers.

Didn't mean to be away.

But it "disappeared on its own."

2. Sex becomes avoided and avoided.

Not quarreling.

There's no obvious problem.

But no one started it first.

Until one day we realized

It's been gone from life a long time.

3. Hugging begins to feel strange.

Something that used to be natural.

Turns out to be something forced.

Some couples still love each other.

Still take good care

But when touching each other

It's like something's missing.

4. Intimacy is replaced by habituation.

From a lover.

Gradually become "life mates."

Together

Eat together.

Watch the series together.

But the feeling of "attracting each other" gradually faded.

Physical intimacy is not just about sex.

It's a human language.

A hug.

A handshake.

Shoulder rejection

These little things.

Is what makes us realize

We don't just have someone on our side.

But we're still "connected."

The interesting question may not be

How often do we have sex?

But is

When was the last time we hugged without a hurry?

# Psychology of love # Love view # Double life # Relationship # Love language

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