Intimacy facts for kids
Intimacy is about feeling really close and connected to someone. It's like having a special bond where you feel safe to share your thoughts and feelings. This closeness is super important in all kinds of relationships, like with your best friends, family members, and even pets!
When you have intimacy with someone, it often means you trust them a lot and feel a strong sense of love or attachment. It's a key part of having healthy relationships and helps friendships grow stronger.
There are different ways people can feel close:
- Emotional intimacy is when you share your feelings, hopes, and fears with someone, and they understand and support you.
- Intellectual intimacy happens when you share ideas, discuss interesting topics, and learn from each other. It's about connecting through your minds.
- Spiritual intimacy is when people share similar beliefs or values, often found in religious or philosophical groups. It's about connecting on a deeper, shared purpose.
People We Are Close To
We can feel close to many different people in our lives. These are some examples of people we might share intimate bonds with:
- Friends
- Family members
- Boyfriend or Girlfriend
- A spouse (someone you are married to)
Related pages
Images for kids
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Bonding between a mother and child
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Holding hands can show affection and closeness between people.
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A close personal relationship can lead to marriage.
See also
In Spanish: Relación íntima para niños
