02/05/2026
Loving someone doesn’t always look the way we expect.
There are seasons when physical closeness feels complicated, distant, or simply unavailable and that can be confusing, even painful.
But intimacy doesn’t disappear just because touch is paused.
1. Don’t just ask “How was your day?” Go a layer deeper. Try questions like “What felt heavy today?” or “What made you feel close to me?” Emotional intimacy often becomes the glue when physical closeness is on pause.
2. When you can’t show love through touch, show it through reliability. Good-morning texts, voice notes, nightly calls, or shared rituals (same show, same time) create a steady sense of “I’m here.”
3. Avoid pretending the lack of physical intimacy doesn’t matter. Acknowledge it gently: “I miss you,” “I’m still attracted to you,” or “This is hard, but you’re worth it.” Feeling wanted matters just as much as being touched.
4. Do something together that feels purposeful — plan a future trip, set shared goals, journal together, pray/meditate, or work on a creative project. Shared meaning deepens connection beyond the body
If this season feels familiar, you’re not broken. You’re human. And love can still grow here. 💛
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