The honeymoon phase of marriage often includes passionate intimacy and frequent physical connection that makes couples feel invincible in their bond. However, countless wives across the country find ...

In today’s hyper-connected world, where physical intimacy often becomes routine, many couples are discovering an unexpected path to deeper connection – planned periods of abstinence. This approach, ...

You might imagine super happy marriages to be corny and I wouldn’t disagree. But, I put together this list of emotional intimacy exercises so you can see how everyday life will improve when you have a ...

DEAR ANNIE: I married my best friend 19 years ago, but we have known each other for nearly 40. Our shared history runs deep. We have weathered life’s highs and lows together, raised children, ...

Fear of emotional intimacy can stem from various reasons. There have been instances where individuals, even after being ...

Intimacy is a touchy subject and requires a solid foundation of trust in a relationship. We completely open ourselves to our partners, so total trust in the other person is vital. Their touch can ...

Four examples—literary, biographical, autobiographical and contemporary—illustrate the significance of intimacy as a cultural ideal and why, despite our deep longing for it, intimacy remains elusive ...