Do you just think about sex or physical closeness?

你是否只想著性或身體上的親近？

If so, you're missing out on so much more.

如果是這樣，你就錯過了更多。

With the loneliness epidemic going on, we as a society have lost touch with what true connection, closeness, intimacy, and belonging mean.

隨著孤獨感的流行，我們這個社會已經失去了真正的聯繫、親近、親密和歸屬感。

True intimacy is a deep connection on multiple levels with someone you feel close to, enjoy being with, and can confide in.

真正的親密關係是與你感到親近、樂於相處、可以傾訴的人在多個層面上的深層聯繫。

It gives real meaning to our relationships, friendships, and unions.

它賦予我們的人際關係、友誼和結合以真正的意義。

Without it, our connections lack depth.

沒有它，我們的聯繫就缺乏深度。

To truly enjoy friendship, love, or companionship, we need 8 different kinds of intimacy.

要真正享受友誼、愛情或陪伴，我們需要 8 種不同的親密關係。

Physical Intimacy Physical intimacy isn't just about sex.

身體親密 身體親密不僅僅是性。

It's the comforting touch that makes us feel loved, appreciated, and safe, like holding your partner's hand while strolling through the park, sharing a long, warm hug when you greet each other after work, or the simple pleasure of cuddling on the couch during a movie night.

這是一種讓我們感到被愛、被欣賞和安全的舒適觸感，比如在公園漫步時牽著伴侶的手，下班後相互問候時分享一個長長而溫暖的擁抱，或者在電影之夜依偎在沙發上的簡單愉悅。

According to a study by Sarikovskaya et al., close physical contact helps release oxytocin, the love hormone, which strengthens our bond and makes us feel secure.

根據 Sarikovskaya 等人的研究，親密的身體接觸有助於釋放催產素，即愛的荷爾蒙，它能加強我們之間的聯繫，讓我們感到安全。

Emotional Intimacy Emotional intimacy involves sharing your deepest thoughts and feelings with someone you trust.

情感親密 情感親密是指與您信任的人分享您內心深處的想法和感受。

Late-night talks about your dreams and fears, and confiding in your partner or close friend about what's bothering you create a safe space for understanding and self-awareness, and allows you to be yourself without fear or judgment.

深夜談論你的夢想和恐懼，向伴侶或密友傾訴你的煩惱，這些都能為理解和自我認識創造一個安全的空間，讓你毫無顧忌地做自己。

In fact, according to a study by Hakubiak and Fine, 2017, partners who can openly share their feelings, thoughts, and needs are usually happier in their relationships because they feel heard and understood.

事實上，根據 Hakubiak 和 Fine 2017 年的一項研究，能夠坦誠分享自己的感受、想法和需求的伴侶通常會在人際關係中更加幸福，因為他們會感到自己被傾聽和理解。

Experiential Intimacy You know those moments you remember vividly?

體驗親密關係 你知道那些讓你記憶猶新的時刻嗎？

The ones that make you smile?

能讓你微笑的那些？

Like inside jokes with friends and coworkers, or unforgettable times with family?

喜歡與朋友和同事之間的內部笑話，還是與家人一起度過的難忘時光？

They highlight the importance of experiential intimacy.

他們強調了體驗式親密關係的重要性。

Through shared experiences, you're literally creating memories that will live in each other's minds forever.

通過共同的經歷，你們創造的回憶將永遠留在彼此的腦海中。

It doesn't have to be anything big or fancy.

不一定要有多大或多華麗。

Simply spend time together, go on an expedition, try a new jogging route, or even cook a new recipe together.

只需花點時間在一起，去探險，嘗試新的慢跑路線，甚至一起做一道新菜單。

These shared moments create lasting memories, bring joy, and strengthen your bond.

這些共同的時刻會留下永恆的記憶，帶來歡樂，並加強你們之間的聯繫。

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Intellectual Intimacy This type of intimacy involves connecting through stimulating conversations and shared interests.

知識型親密關係 這種親密關係包括通過激勵性對話和共同興趣來建立聯繫。

It could be discovering a new book, analyzing your different viewpoints, or discussing the TV show you're both hooked on.

這可能是發現一本新書，分析你們的不同觀點，或者討論你們都迷上的電視節目。

To explore intellectual intimacy, consider asking, How would you like me to respond to your views?

要探索智力上的親密關係，可以考慮問：你希望我如何迴應你的觀點？

When do you feel most heard by me?

我什麼時候最能傾聽你的心聲？

What new insights did we gain from this conversation?

我們從這次對話中獲得了哪些新的見解？

Intellectual intimacy sparks new ideas, and enhances emotional connection and physical closeness while fostering mutual respect and gratitude.

智力上的親密會激發新的想法，增進情感聯繫和身體上的親密，同時促進相互尊重和感恩。

Sensual Intimacy Sensual intimacy is about engaging all the senses to create a deep and memorable connection.

感性親密感性親密是指調動所有感官，創造一種深刻而難忘的聯繫。

It's about touch, about sight, sound, taste, and smell.

它關乎觸覺，關乎視覺、聽覺、味覺和嗅覺。

Imagine the joy of a shared sunset, the warmth of a gentle massage, the comfort of your partner's familiar scent, or the thrill of a whispered secret.

想象一下共享夕陽的喜悅、輕柔按摩的溫暖、伴侶熟悉氣味帶來的舒適感，或者竊竊私語的快感。

These sensory experiences heighten your awareness of each other and create a collection of memories you can cherish.

這些感官體驗會增強你們對彼此的瞭解，併為你們留下珍貴的回憶。

Spiritual Intimacy Spiritual intimacy transcends the physical and emotional.

精神上的親密關係 精神上的親密關係超越了肉體和情感。

It is about connecting on a deeper level through shared beliefs, values, and experiences, like Meditating side-by-side, conversations about life's big questions, or feeling a sense of unity from participating in shared spiritual practices.

這是指通過共同的信仰、價值觀和經歷，在更深層次上建立聯繫，如並肩冥想、就人生的重大問題進行對話，或通過參與共同的精神修煉來感受團結的力量。

Whether you share a common faith, religion, or simply a commitment to exploring the mysteries of life together, spiritual intimacy promotes a profound sense of unity and purpose.

無論你們有共同的信仰、宗教，還是僅僅致力於共同探索生命的奧祕，精神上的親密關係都會促進一種深刻的團結感和目標感。

It can provide a steady foundation where we navigate life's challenges with a shared sense of resilience and hope.

它可以為我們提供一個穩定的基礎，讓我們以一種共同的堅韌和希望來應對生活中的挑戰。

Conflict Intimacy Conflict intimacy may sound contradictory, but it's actually a powerful form of connection.

衝突中的親密關係 衝突中的親密關係聽起來有些矛盾，但實際上它是一種強大的聯繫形式。

It is about handling disagreements in a way that brings you closer together rather than pushing you apart.

處理分歧的方式是拉近你們之間的距離，而不是將你們推開。

This means addressing conflicts with respect, empathy, and a genuine desire to understand each other's perspectives.

這意味著在處理衝突時要尊重對方、換位思考，並真正希望瞭解對方的觀點。

Instead of seeing arguments as a threat, view them as opportunities to grow and learn about each other.

不要把爭吵視為威脅，而應將其視為成長和了解對方的機會。

Practice active listening, where you truly hear your partner's concerns without interrupting or becoming defensive.

練習積極傾聽，即真正傾聽伴侶的關切，而不打斷或變得自衛。

This approach resolves issues and deepens your bond, making your relationship more resilient, long-lasting, and fulfilling.

這種方法既能解決問題，又能加深你們之間的聯繫，使你們的關係更加堅韌、持久和美滿。

Creative Intimacy Creative intimacy is about creating something together.

創造性親密關係 創造性親密關係是指共同創造一些東西。

Whether it's painting, cooking, or gardening, when you engage in creative activities with someone, you're not just making something new, you're also building a shared history of fun, experimentation, and achievement.

無論是繪畫、烹飪還是園藝，當你與他人一起參與創造性活動時，你們不僅是在創造新的東西，也是在建立一段共同的樂趣、實驗和成就的歷史。

Imagine the satisfaction of seeing a project you've worked on together come to life or the joy of laughing over a failed but fun attempt.

試想一下，看到你們共同完成的項目變成現實時的滿足感，或者為一次失敗但有趣的嘗試而開懷大笑時的喜悅。

Creative activities promote teamwork and a shared sense of accomplishment, which are necessary ingredients for a thriving relationship.

創造性的活動能促進團隊合作和共同成就感，而這正是人際關係蓬勃發展的必要因素。

Imagine the depth of a bond where every touch, conversation, shared experience, and creative endeavor brings you closer to each other.

想象一下，你們之間的每一次接觸、每一次交談、每一次共同經歷、每一次創造性的努力，都會讓彼此的關係更加親密。

Embracing all eight types of intimacy transforms relationships, making connections deeper and more meaningful.

擁抱所有八種親密關係會改變人際關係，讓人與人之間的聯繫更深刻、更有意義。

Remember, building intimacy takes time and mutual effort, so be patient and understanding while on this journey.

請記住，建立親密關係需要時間和雙方的努力，所以在這段旅程中要有耐心和理解。

Which type of intimacy resonates most with you?

哪種親密關係最能引起你的共鳴？

Let us know in the comments.

請在評論中告訴我們。

Want to learn about non-sexual ways to show intimacy?

想了解非性的親密表達方式嗎？

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