Healthy Intimacy and Recovery

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Intimacy and sex are two different things. Now that you are in recovery, intimacy may take on a new definition for your future relationships. In the past, you may have had a distorted view of intimacy, sex, and relationships. Now that you are sober, you want to protect your emotional health and set boundaries in your romantic relationships.

First things first, healthy intimacy cannot happen if your relationship lacks respect. Respect  means that you validate your partner’s independence. Respect means that you are able to understand and allow your partner to have a different opinion and perspective.

Next, you and your partner need to communicate with each other. You need to talk to each other about what intimacy means for each of you. People have different views of what intimacy is, so it’s important to discuss this with your partner.

Some examples of intimate activities are:

  • Going on dates
  • Talking to each other
  • Going to meetings, but make sure to go on your own, as well
  • Bonding times
  • Sharing interests
  • Reading to each other
  • Looking at each other
  • Holding hands

Healthy intimacy in recovery also involves being independent in your recovery. If you are with a partner that is also in recovery, you can attend meetings and recovery support groups together. However, it is not recommended to only attend meetings with your partner. Maintaining independence in your relationship and your recovery is an important part of your shared journey together.

If your partner is not in recovery, then you can share your journey with them. Healthy intimacy includes healthy communication. In order to communicate effectively, you and your partner should share things with each other.

All in all, healthy intimacy is something that needs to be discussed between you and your partner. You both need to establish boundaries, lines of communication, and establish trust. Relationship experts agree that arguing is a normal part of any relationship. How you argue and how you end a disagreement is what is important. There should be no insults, no physical altercations, and respect should always come first. Having a strong, intimate relationship is a benefit of recovery that you can enjoy.

At The Kimberly Center, we understand how challenging the prospect of recovery can be. The Kimberly Center understands that relationships and life are also part of sobriety. We can help you learn what to expect in a relationship. Call us now at 855-4-KCENTER. We are committed to putting you and your recovery first. At the Kimberly Center, you are in safe hands.

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