When making love, intimacy is not only physical but also emotional. One of the clearest signs of that closeness is kissing. As the article states, “If your partner avoids kissing you during such times, it may point to a lack of emotional connection, unresolved tension, or even feelings they may not be expressing openly.”

Kissing bridges the gap between desire and attachment. Without it, “it can leave one partner feeling disconnected or even rejected, despite the physical closeness.” In such cases, intimacy may feel more like release than love.

There are many reasons someone may avoid kissing. It can signal discomfort with vulnerability, fading romantic feelings, or deeper issues in the relationship. For some, “people may detach emotionally during intimacy to protect themselves from hurt or rejection.”

The artwork described—a golden-toned painting of a couple—symbolizes warmth, safety, and love. Yet this image contrasts with the reality described, where the absence of kissing can expose an emotional void.

Together, the quote and image remind us that real intimacy is more than bodies touching. True love is about being “fully seen, embraced, and connected.”