How to Build an Emotional Connection?
How to Build an Emotional Connection?
December 10 2022 TalktoAngel 0 comments 3668 Views
What is Emotional Intimacy?
When
we talk about being intimate in the context of a romantic relationship the first thing that
comes to mind is physical actions like cuddling, holding hands or kissing, and
even sex. Although physical intimacy is essential in every romantic relationship, emotional intimacy is
just as crucial and among the most important factors that set your relationship apart. According to Prof (Dr) R K
Suri Relationship
Counsellor and Psychologist, “Emotional
Intimacy can be described as allowing yourself to be able to connect more
intimately with your partner via actions that show feelings, vulnerability, and
trust”. An emotional
bond that you share with your partner creates a strong feeling of security in
your relationship as well as the ability
to be fully yourself including all your flaws without feeling as though you're
putting at risk the relationship in itself. Without this kind of intimacy,
relationships struggle in a variety
of ways. You might, for instance, feel angry or resentful and feel
oversensitive, worry about the loyalty of your partner to you, or feel feelings
of loneliness, sad, depression, or isolation.
Ten Important Strategies & Techniques to increase
Emotional Intimacy
The
process of building emotional intimacy is a continuous practice that, like
other things, it can take years to become proficient at. But there are
some steps you can try -- beginning today to enhance your relationship with
your loved one.
1. Learn about your
Partner
Learn what your partner desires from life and with you. This means being attentive when they speak. Pay attention to the conversation and to their souls which is filled with secrets they would like to share with others.
2. Emotional Availability
Each of you has to be open and
honest with the other. If you are hesitant by any means, you're not
exposing yourself to the possibility of having a strong bond.
3. Build mutual trust
among yourselves.
It
will take time for this foundational element of an emotional connection to
develop. Building secure feelings with another individual takes time. Allow
trust to grow organically.
4. Offer your partner
daily affirmations and praises.
No
matter how long you've been in a relationship, it's easy to overlook your
partner's qualities and strengths and take them for granted. Sometimes
it’s hard to communicate the gratitude we have for our relationship with
them. Being a regular giver of specific affirmations and praises to your
spouse can assist you in keeping your eyes open to why the person is so special
to you. It helps them understand that you are aware of them as someone you admire.
5. Show Affection
A
couple who is at the beginning of a relationship should not have any trouble
being affectionate, however, married couples who have weak connections may have
to learn how to be affectionate with one another.
Kiss
one another good morning and goodnight. Grab hands, kiss, and ignite the
flames of physical affection. Making the effort to study and understand
your partner's wants -- and then having the same desires reciprocated could
lead to more feelings of emotional intimacy both in and outside of the bedroom.
6. Look the World
Through Their Eyes
See
the world in the same way as your partner to understand who they are. This
involves stepping back at moments to think about the reasons behind why they
behave in certain ways. Watch how they react to different situations, and
then try to imagine themselves in their position. You can expect them to
react exactly the same.
7. Joke and Laugh
Together
Many
people believe that emotional connection refers to "deep talk" and
past traumas. It's not true! The connection can also be built on a
lot of laughter and joking. Laughing releases oxytocin, which
sub-communicates the fact that you share similar traits. The act of
laughing together reveals the idea that you "ride the same wave
again".
8. Let Them Speak, Don't
Fix Them
Women
and men are alike when it comes to "fixing" things and
people. This is often not the case when people are open. Instead of
coming up with solutions or sharing your experiences simply allow them to speak
and express what they feel, without any judgment.
9. Sex and Emotional
Intimacy
If you're in a relationship, physical intimacy can be a huge help to make you feel closer to your partner. A study revealed that the degree of satisfaction with your sexual partner was an important factor in the degree that emotional bonding between couples.
10. Do something exciting together
Another
method to increase the intimacy between you is to write down the things you
enjoy doing together. After the list is completed you should take the time
to complete everything you have included. Spending time together, it will
help create experiences and create memories that improve emotional
bonding. If you're struggling to figure out the best way to spend your
time together consider the time when you newly met, and how you would spend
your time together.
The
relationships we have with each other are an integral aspect of our daily
lives. They provide happiness and support however, this doesn't mean
they're effortless. If we have issues within our relationships, it may be
difficult to figure out what to do. A Relationship Counselor can make a huge
difference. Relationship Counselling is a process that
you could take part in as a couple or on your own. It offers a safe space
in which you can discuss your issues and desires and also consider what you
would like to see out of your relationship. A lot of relationships can be
improved with Online Counselling, even if there's no
obvious issue or problem.
You
can consult the best clinical psychologist in India at TalktoAngel India No. 1 Mental Health wellbeing platform for learning how to
build good emotional intimacy.
Contributed by: Dr (Prof) R K Suri and Utkarsh Yadav
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