Here, find five health benefits of cuddling that explain why it’s so importantfor intimacy or otherwise.
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Being cuddled is nearly synonymous with being cared for, comforted, and loved.
Find 5 real-deal health benefits of cuddling, outlined below
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Enter oxytocin or the cuddle hormone.
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And I get it, sometimes you just need a little me-time!
But if youre feeling agitated and overstimulated still, it might actually be a plus to have your S.O.
to keep you company and give you a good cuddle.
Below, body-language expertPatti Woodshares a seven of her favorites:
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This can be done in bed, sitting, or standing, however you want.
This a wonderful comforting cuddle, Wood says.
And partners may wrap, pull in, and squeeze if they arent feeling enough love.
THE lEG REST
Here, partners sit close with one persons legs resting atop the others legs.
Its a comfy cuddle that usually happens when partners have been together for a while.
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That cuddle shows that the partners feel like one body, or twin souls, Wood says.
The dish towel
This is one of Woods personal favorites.
One partner comes up behind the other and hugs and cuddles the other as theyre doing something else.
Like, for example, washing the dishes at the sink.
This is emblematic of a sign of spontaneity or playfulness in a couple.
Its really about finding what cuddling style feels good for both of you.
That way, it’s possible for you to reap all the benefits as one.
And if you cant get skin-to-skin, thispillow is a big spoons dream.
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