15 Signs Of True Emotional Intimacy

Real intimacy is non-physical.

The first thing most of us think when we hear the word “intimacy,” is, as we’d expect, the verb of being intimate. The physical reality that manifests itself between two people who love and care for each other.

This manifestation, however, is fueled by a deep and meaningful emotional bond that brings us together in ways that create a feeling of safety, trust, attraction, and desire.

Mind you — I’m not just talking about sex. Anyone can have sex—but not everyone will put in the time and work that it takes to build real, lasting, intimacy.

Below, we’ll discuss the feelings and experiences you and your partner will share when emotional intimacy is truly present between you.

1: You’re comfortable being fully vulnerable with each other.

Being physically naked in front of someone is one thing…being emotionally exposed is entirely another.

Considering the insecurities most of us feel about our appearance, we may tacitly assume that being physically open requires an immense amount of trust in ourselves and our partner — which, of course, it does.