Hugging is often for a shorter duration while standing up, hugging is warmly embracing each other, whereas cuddling is more intimate.Whereas cuddling is often while sitting or lying down for a much longer period of time.  For some couples cuddling is very important they like to do it all the time while for some cuddling is not as such important and they do not do it often. Cuddling while watching TV is a most joyful experience.

What is Cuddling?

Cuddling is holding someone in your arms in a very loving and caring way. It shows your love towards them and makes them feel safe in your arms. It helps your partner to feel relax around you. It helps you to be their safe space. According to research cuddling helps to release the hormone oxytocin when helps in making a person happy. Cuddling before sleeping helps to sleep well and be there for each other.

Best Cuddling Positions for Couples

There are many cute ways to cuddle like half spoon, leg hug, back to back, head on shoulder, cradle, star fish, the spoon and so many more. 

  • Each position has its own meaning and signify some important aspect of a person's relationship. 
  • The half spoon and head on shoulder are considered to be the most cute ways to cuddle.
  • The best form of cuddling will depend on a person's own choice and of course its partner’s preference. 
  • For cuddling, there is no specific way, no right way, and no wrong way; it should be done according to your mood and preferences.

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Tips for Comfortable Cuddling

  • For cuddling the most important aspect is the level of comfort which you share with your partner, communicating your needs will make both your cuddling experience really good.
  • Ask which position each of you like and enjoy, which position each of you don’t enjoy much , decisions  made on common grounds will leave both of you with great experience.
  • Best cuddling positions vary from couple to couple. Although sometimes you think that you will not enjoy a particular position at first but later after experiencing you get to know how much you enjoy it so experimenting with different positions can also be fun.
  • To cuddle without being awkward is an art and you slowly master it with time.
  • Cuddling for the first time often makes individuals uncomfortable but it is very simple as you should read your partners body language and make the moves accordingly.

Emotional and Relationship Benefits of Cuddling

  • Cuddling is a great way to reduces stress and anxiety of your partner and help them relax.
  • Cuddling is a great way to strength relationships between individuals research has shown that couples who cuddle more often have a great relationship as compared to couples who do not cuddle.
  • Holding and embracing someone lovingly helps to release their happy hormones which helps in casting a loving impression of you on them.
  • Expert in study of human relationships have emphasized on the importance of physical touch between individuals. Cuddling for comfort and relaxation makes your partner feel more relaxed around you and be more of themselves because it does not creates pressure on them.

Physical health benefits of cuddling

There are many physical health benefits of cuddling

  • One of the major being able to de-stress after the entire day of working hard and being exhausted.
  • Research have proven that cuddling have helped to lower the blood pressure of individuals which results in them having a great sleep.
  • On the other hand cuddling also boots your immunity, when you hug a person or touch a person affectionately the production of white blood cells increases in your body which in terms boosts your immunity.
  • Cuddling also helps to reduce pain when your partner is experience some. Holding someone affectionately will help to release natural pain killer endorphins in your body.

Common Mistakes to Avoid Cuddling

While cuddling is a great way of relaxing and has a lot of other benefits some common mistakes should be avoided to make your overall experience of cuddling great and your partner craving for more. 

  1. Cuddling should not be done to have a particular outcome this creates a lot of pressure on the partner and often results in them not desiring you anymore.
  2. It should not be considered a chore for your partner it should come to both of you naturally, not out of some pressure.
  3. Your partner’s preference should always be considered as your topmost priority.
  4. Meanwhile, the timing of cuddling should also be considered important as it should not make the other person uncomfortable.
  5. The roam in which both of you are cuddling should also be comfortable and cozy, rather than having very bright lights or very loud music.

Conclusion

Cuddling is a time of pure connection with your partner it should always be relaxed and enjoyed rather than rushed onto other things. It is a form of communication with your partner which helps you both relax and refresh after a tiring day and to strengthen your bond with each other. It should not be done out of compulsion as a very day chore but you should read your partners body language and make further advancements according to it. It should a pleasant experience for both the person involved.

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