Do men like to cuddle? What do you think about cuddling?
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I'm usually down for a cuddle with my boyfriend, but I don't know about you.Who doesn't like snuggling with their S.O.When it comes to maintaining healthy romantic relationships, cuddling is key, according to a New York-based therapist and author of Dr. Chloe's 10 Commandments of Dating.
"Cuddling can strengthen relationships by giving couples a way to connect that doesn't require words and that is not sexual," she says.It's relaxing and requires minimal effort.It seems simple, right?There's more to it than that.Stereotypes are still important when it comes to how men feel about cuddling.
Some people with traditional perceptions of masculinity might stigmatize men who like to cuddle with partners, friends, or family members as effeminate, which in turn could make guys a little wary of publicly proclaiming their love for snuggling."But in 2020, hopefully those voices are easily recognized outliers to the prevailing wisdom that healthy, affectionate touch is available to everyone regardless of gender," says Carmichael.Slow claps.
I was still wondering what men had to say about their cuddle habits.I had to ask for their thoughts.16 is going to cuddle from the dudes.You won't regret reading it.
Every guy who's tried being little spoon will tell you that they like it.It's comforting.Julian M.
"Maybe it's just the Cancer in me, but I've always just been so comforted by cuddling and it has always been something that calms me down."My mom and grandma used to scratch my back to help me fall asleep at night, and now I have a sweet spot for it.It's a simple pleasure to just feel someone who you love on your own.It's weird, but when you have passionate feelings for someone, cuddling gives you that satisfaction that nothing else sexual does.Evan L.
It's awesome.It feels good to be able to hold someone because my job is pretty high stress.It's peaceful and calming if I can just chill next to someone and not talk.Will D.
"Cuddling, especially with someone you like, gives you a sense of closeness and relaxed intimacy that's difficult to find in other activities."If you feel comfortable with the other person, you don't have to do much physical activity.It's like a better version of a hug, except you have to lay down.If you're sleeping while cuddling, it will allow you to get to know someone new without being nervous.It's a great way to play footsie with someone who doesn't like it.Ben K.
It makes me feel close to my girlfriend.It's nice to have my back rubbed.My girlfriend protects me from the edge of the bed while I fall asleep by facing the wall.Alejandro G.
I like being the little spoon a lot.I do, but I am not sure why.I bet it looks funny because my girlfriend is small, but the heart wants what it wants.
If I am in a serious relationship, I will get a good cuddle session every night.There is a perception that men don't enjoy it.I don't think your typical guy will pass out after sex.We talk and cuddle.When I am trying to sleep, I don't like cuddling.Your limbs might fall asleep, that is uncomfortable, for one thing.If you were trying to sleep alone, you wouldn't be in this position.I like to sleep in a nearly freezing environment because it keeps me awake when it gets hot.If Cuddling makes you cranky in the morning, it isn't worth it.
It works out because neither is my girlfriend.She told you not all women are cuddle fiends.
Being single and watching couples eat each other's faces in public made me feel repulsed and lonely.It is really cute when a couple cuddles up in public.It is a great way of showing your lady that you want to be close with her.
I don't like cuddling.I have a lot of intimacy issues, so take what I say with a grain of salt.
It's a great way to move things to the next level.My wife and I have missed the end of many movies because we start out cuddling and things escalate before the film is over.