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For Couples, Being Stuck Inside Together Isn’t The Same As Being Intimate
any situation — let alone during a pandemic!What might have felt like an opportunity for cute romantic quality time during the first couple of weeks of quarantine has likely now morphed into a source of frustration, uneasiness, and an overall sense of being stuck, both literally and figuratively.But make no mistake: being stuck inside with your partner is not the same thing as being intimate.“Feelings of intimacy are far more important than simply being in close physical proximity with someone,” says Talkspace provider Rachel O’Neill, Ph.D., LPCC-S. “Intimacy requires a sense of closeness and emotional connection.
