Desiring closeness and physical intimacy

[The Redeemer]

I want to feel close to someone. I want to be touched. I want to feel held. Like a baby. I am not sure what is happening.

[integral]

Have you had a gf/bf?

[Thought Art]

@The Redeemer See if there are any cuddle events in your area as well. Or, any other similar social containers.

I also feel this sense of loneliness and am making an effort to socialize more. But, I am also trying to work on my business. I feel at this moment here, as I am stressed and frustrated with my business, also a sense of feeling isolated and lonely. It's tough, but I know I can overcome it. I know I can be successful in business and my relationships. I just have to keep trying.

I have many small successes I think about.

Edited July 28, 2023 by Thought Art

[The Redeemer]

3 hours ago, integral said:

Have you had a gf/bf?

I did. She reminded me that love was possible.

[PlayOnWords]

What was your relationship with your mum like?

[The Redeemer]

7 hours ago, PlayOnWords said:

What was your relationship with your mum like?

Not good. I remember receiving love as a child, but something happened and I turned on her.

I think I'm starting to realize that the problem could be my porn use. I started watching porn at the age of 12-13, so I think that heavily skewed with my perception on women.

[TheCloud]

That doesn't sound abnormal.  Humans are evolved for physical contact, platonic and sexual.  It's not something you're going to think your way out of.  Is there a problem?