It makes no sense to feel guilty about normal physical urges that don't harm anyone else.
Unfortunately, we live in a repressive society that makes people feel guilty for the way their bodies and minds naturally work.
Sensitive nerve endings cover our bodies.
Our skin responds to touch -- it craves it.
The pandemic taught us how important human connection is - reaching out for physical comfort in person.
People shouldn't be lonely and isolated when there is no reason for it.
What if you don't have a spouse? Does that mean you should suppress your natural desires and resign yourself to loneliness?
No!
Companionship and physical intimacy shouldn't be reserved solely for those in long term romantic relationships.
Human beings are inherently social creatures, and we all crave connection in one form or another.
Fortunately, there are countless ways to fulfill our need for human interaction and physical touch.
Friends, family, and platonic relationships can provide immense emotional support and physical comfort. Hugs, cuddles, and friendly gestures are not exclusive to romantic partners—they are expressions of human connection that can be shared among friends, acquaintances, and even strangers.
Moreover, society's obsession with romantic love as the ultimate source of fulfillment overlooks the richness of other types of relationships. Platonic love, self-love, and community bonds are valuable and rewarding.
But sometimes, all your friends, family, and social groups aren't enough and cannot give you what you need.
Instead of feeling guilty or ashamed for our natural desires, we should embrace them as part of our humanity.
Prioritize well-being and happiness without succumbing to societal pressures or judgment. After all, life is too short to deny the joy of human connection and the pleasures of physical touch.
Of course, - I am not advocating you break the shackles and commit crimes - if your urges do involve harming others or do involve something criminal in your location, then seek some other kind of help.
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