Valentine’s Week: 5 ways to build emotional intimacy

Without emotional intimacy, even the best chemistry falls apart. Intimacy is more than sharing snuggles, and can gradually be built with kind gestures and simple words of affirmation. Here are 5 ways to build emotional intimacy and establish an emotionally fulfilling relationship with your partner.

1. Quality time

Despite hectic schedules and urgent deadlines, it is necessary to take some time out of your day to spend with your loved one. From going on a quick lunch date between work hours or unwinding with a movie on a Saturday night, spending time with your partner can make them feel seen and valued. 

2. Honest communication

Because no relationship is immune to conflicts, communicating in a healthy way is necessary to steer a relationship ahead. From talking about a remark that hurt you to asking for reassurance during a difficult time, communicating with your partner can help resolve conflicts, doubts, and misunderstandings.

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3. Verbal expressions

After spending years together with a partner, one might not be as verbally expressive as before. While we often assume our partners already know that we love and adore them, it is crucial to express your love every once in a while. A random “I love you” goes a long way, and can make your partner feel assured that even though it has been years, your love for them continues to grow.

4. Grow together

Couples who work on their goals together are each other’s cheerleaders, motivating each other along the way. Setting goals together helps the relationship grow and build emotional intimacy.

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5. The art of love languages

Learning your partner’s love language is crucial to make them feel loved in the right way. A person’s love language could be physical touch, words of affirmation, receiving gifts, acts of service, or quality time. From cooking them dinner to simply offering them a thoughtful gift, kind gestures can help develop emotional intimacy and make your relationship emotionally fulfilling.