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Fibromyalgia, Sex, and Physical Intimacy
When even a kiss hurts…
Intimacy, whether physical or emotional, can be vitally important to maintaining a healthy long-term relationship. When you have a chronic pain condition like fibromyalgia it can seem impossible to maintain physical intimacy — everything from kisses and cuddles to sex — because everything hurts.
Read the entire article at The Mighty
Physical Intimacy is so important in a relationship, it strengthens the bond between two people and fosters closeness, love and affection between the couple. The problem seems that as we all get older we tend to focus less on that part of our relationship and we force the other half to build walls and close themselves off. Intimacy is a major binder that helps couples iron out the differences between themselves. It builds a stronger connection between two people mitigating any existing negativity. I just wish I could get my husband to see this. It doesn’t have to be intercourse, it can be cuddling, making out, bathing together, even dating (which we stopped dating many years ago).
I totally agree with you Hallie, I wish you the best of luck in this realm.
Very interesting, I will have to see if I can try some of these with my husband, maybe we can get things working between us again. Thank you and God Bless
I hope it works out for you both
Good luck and let me know that outcome.