What can you do to encourage affectionate touch in your day to day?
As soon as you and your friends are vaccinated and your health department gives the go-ahead for indoor gatherings, consider trying it out. And no, they’re not as strange as they sound. But as soon as you’re vaccinated and your health department gives a thumbs-up, think about learning some new moves. That may not be a good choice during the pandemic. Most slow dances are built around skin-to-skin contact. If you don’t fancy a cut, book yourself a wash and blow-dry for ultimate relaxation.
When your local health department gives the OK, think about dressing up your hands and feet. A manicure or pedicure may give you the human contact you need, and a new look to boot. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the risk of animals transmitting the coronavirus to people is low, based on limited information currently available. Often all too happy to cuddle, pets are the ideal soothing mechanism. Whether you ask a loved one or visit a professional, massages can help you relax and enjoy the benefits of another person’s touch. Keep in mind you may need to dial these activities back a bit during the COVID-19 pandemic, or avoid them until your local health officials give the OK: Here are some simple ways to welcome more affection into your life right now. Touch starvation doesn’t have to last forever. What can you do to help satiate this desire?
