Admittedly, you can argue about it. But we are leaning so far out of the window and claim: Not cuddling with your partner is worse than no sex! Okay, so it might sound a bit daring … Let's say, in a relationship where there is no cuddling, something important seems to be missing – similar like in a relationship without sex …
Cuddling creates (similar like sex) intimacy between partners, gives a feeling of security and security and increases physical well-being. In other words: If you never cuddle with your loved one, you're missing something!
Aaaab cuddling is not just cuddling! According to body language experts, the cuddle position of two people reveals a lot about their relationship. Here are the most common positions and their meaning.
Cuddle positions and their meaning
1. Spoons
That's how it's done: The classic! The partners are both – almost one after the other – on the same side of the body, so that the stomach and back, front and back of the thighs, etc. touch. The "rear" partner wraps the "front" with his arms, which the "front" can stroke or hold, for example.
Importance: The partners are one! Whoever cuddles in a spoon feels strongly connected to his partner and is ready to share his life with him. In this position, the cuddling complete, form a whole. The spoon signals a harmonious, balanced relationship.
2. Lap top
That's how it's done: One partner sits, the other lies and puts his head ("top") in the lap ("lap") of the person sitting.
Importance: The partners can rely on each other! They are there for each other – in good times and in bad.
3. Soft Chest
That's how it's done: Both partners lie together, she puts her head on his chest. If necessary, he puts his arm around her shoulder.
Importance: Trust and unconditional support! Similar to the lap-top position, the partners show with this position that they count on each other, and rightly so.
4. Legging
That's how it's done: Regardless of whether you are sitting or lying down, when you go legging you mostly cuddle your legs. Interlaced, on top of each other, crosswise, on top of each other or side by side (but touching) – you can do a lot with legs …
importance: Together, but self-determined! Legging is typical for couples where the partners need a lot of freedom and attach great importance to their independence and self-development. Nevertheless, there is an intimate connection between them – almost at every turn.
5. Face to face
That's how it's done: The partners lie on their side and face each other (or stand), stomach to stomach, chest to chest, face to face.
Importance: Total intimacy and attraction! For each other you are the center of the world and the only important thing in life. An often chosen situation, especially for newly in love, but of course also common in long relationships.
6. Side-by-side
That's how it's done: The lovers lie, stand or sit next to each other and put one arm around their sweetheart.
Importance: Strong together! You are equal and give each other support. Your relationship is based on trust and self-confidence.
7. Holding hands
That's how it's done: No matter when, no matter where, no matter how hot – you hold hands!
Importance: Nobody can separate you! You are not only a pair of lovers, but also your best friends. Optimal prerequisite for a long, shared path.