by ChristaJ

Created on: May 11, 2010

Everyone can remember the beginning of a young relationship: Holding hands, polite kisses and even an arm around your waist from time to time. There is really no feeling like it. As teenagers we dwell on it. As adults, we wish for it. So, what is it about showing affection that is so important in a relationship? Well, besides just saying how we feel, we have no other way of showing our love. When your relationship starts to lack the necessary affection, it can begin to take a toll. That is why it is necessary that we understand why it is important and what positive affects it can have on our relationships.

To understand why being affectionate is important you need to understand what exactly it means. Your interpretation of the word is probably, "showing feelings of love with actions." This is a great way to understand. Without showing our love through these actions, how are we really making it clear? You can tell someone you love them all day, but there is really no better way than a kiss on the cheek or a great big hug. There is no equivalent to the feeling that these actions can bring you.

For most of us, these feelings of love begin in high school. It seems so hard when you are there; trying to find time for sports, school and that special someone. As we get older and we are faced with the working world and other adult pressures, we realize high school was easier than we first thought. Getting married and having children can also change your life drastically. Somewhere in the midst of your busy lifestyle you have to find the time to nurture your marriage. What once was a lazy night cuddled up to your significant other is now a “tooth and nail” fight over where you put the baby wipes. The pressures of parenthood can put a temporary halt on those romantic nights alone with that special someone.

Most people can relate when talking about relationships lacking the affection they need to flourish. The fact is, you have to make time. Giving a simple hug on your way out the door can sooth a stressed soul. Affection is a vital part of a relationship and, although it may be difficult to find the time, you need to squeeze it in somewhere. There is nothing better than a subtle reminder of the love that someone has for you, even if it is right in the middle of a hectic situation.

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