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How do I hug someone much taller than me?

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You can try standing up on your tiptoes and reaching up to them. If the height difference is too much, though, you can always wrap your arms around their waist and lay your head on their chest.

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What’s the best way to hug someone a lot shorter than you?

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You’ll probably need to bend down a bit to make it comfortable for them. Reach down to wrap your arms around their upper back. You can also try resting your chin lightly on top of their head.

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What does it mean if a guy hugs you tight?

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A tight hug is usually a sign of affection! If it makes you uncomfortable, though, don’t be afraid to tell him to stop or ease off a bit.

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How do I hug romantically if I am shy?

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Make sure you are comfortable with the one you want to hug romantically. To make your shyness and awkwardness go away with them, spend more time together. Everything has a first time. Just go for it!

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I have asthma, and having my breathing restricted in any way sends my lungs into chaos. I can't get hugged tightly - can I still get romantic?

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A hug doesn't have to be tight to be romantic. Most of the time, a gentle hug is way more romantic than a tighter one.

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What do I do if my crush wants more when hugging romantically?

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Think about what you want. Communicate your boundaries clearly. Tell them what you will and won't do. If they try to pressure you to do something you're not comfortable with after you've communicated your boundaries, you should break up with them, because they don't respect you.

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How do I hug a girl at the age of 13?

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Just wrap your arms around her waist! You can do this from the front or back, but front to back hugs are always a good option if you're dating.

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How do I know she wants a hug like that?

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Just ask her. There is no harm in asking her how she likes to be hugged or if she wants a hug like that. Honesty is key in a relationship.

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What do I do if I hug someone and my face is on their neck?

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You can nuzzle your face into their neck/shoulder area, or if you two are really close, you can lightly kiss them on the neck.

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How do I get a girl to hug me?

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Just ask her for a hug. If she says no, you'll just have to accept that she doesn't want to hug you.

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My crush hugged me, but told me he's not sure of his feelings for me. What does this mean?

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It sounds like he considers you a good friend but he isn't sure if he has romantic feelings for you or not. Give him some time and space to figure it out, then ask him again how he feels.

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Why does my boyfriend hug other girls when he hasn't hugged me once?

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That is strange. Maybe he wants to make you jealous if you are not being affectionate enough or maybe the relationship isn’t working. You should ask him about it calmly.

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How do I transition from just talking to hugging romantically?

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Start with light toughing, like placing your hand on her arm while talking to her, or even holding her hand. If she seems okay with that, ask her for a hug.

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How do I hug romantically if the other person doesn't seem receptive to it?

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Don't hug someone without permission, even if you're in a relationship. Hugging can be very loving and comforting, but understand not everyone will be comfortable with hugging.

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How do I kiss my boyfriend on the neck while hugging him?

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Just gently press your lips against his neck and give him a little peck! It's easy, don't overthink it.

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How long is too long to hug a girl from behind?

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There isn't a set amount of time, as long as you both feel comfortable with it. If she starts to fidget or tries to move, then you’ll know she’s getting bored or uncomfortable. If you want to spice it up a bit, start kissing her neck while your hugging her from behind, short pecks with your lips parted slightly.

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Are the romantic hugs gender specific?

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Of course not!

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How do I make someone love me?

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You can't make anyone love you; in fact, some people in life will dislike you for little to no reason at all. However, you can be more approachable by others by following the tips in Be Lovable .

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How do I hug romantically without getting an erection?

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Try to think about something else to distract you from the erection, or tilt your lower half away from her so the erection doesn't make contact with the other person.

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Is there a way for me to know what my partner likes to do romantically without asking them?

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No, there really isn't. It's awkward to have these kinds of conversations, but 100% necessary to make sure you're on the same page and both getting what you want out of the relationship.

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How can I identify a fake hug?

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Look for signs like tension when you go in for a hug, the duration of the hug, and the distance between each other's torso and chest. If there is heaps of space, that's not a good sign.

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How do I hug romantically if the other person is resistant to it?

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Don't overstep their boundaries. If they don't want to be hugged romantically, don't force it. It will only strain the relationship you have with them.

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How do I romantically hug my timid girlfriend?

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Don't surprise her, and just make sure she feels comfortable with you hugging her. That means you'll probably have to ask if it's okay first.

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How do I hug romantically if I've never gotten hugged before?

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Start slow. Just wrap your arms around their waist and do what feels natural.

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What do I do if my significant other freezes up when I hug them?

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It can mean that they’re uncomfortable with it, dislike it or that they just kind of don’t know how to hug you. He/she/they might not know what you’re comfortable with or they’re just so madly in love with you that they don’t know what to do. But talk to them about it rather than just wondering.

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My boyfriend is a bit taller than me, and I don’t want to stand on my toes to reach him to kiss. Do I let him come down to me?

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I'm much taller than my SO. I usually either bend down to kiss her or we lie down first. If you're both comfortable with it, have him lift you up.

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How do I position myself when hugging if my significant other is a half-foot shorter than me?

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My SO is about 12 inches shorter than me. I usually have her face me and pull her close. I wrap one arm around her shoulders and the other around her lower back. She nuzzles her head into my chest and I tilt my head down to look at her or nuzzle her hair.

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What is the best kind of hug?

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For girls, it's nice when a guy comes from behind and hugs. A guy generally likes frontal hugs.

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How do I tell someone a hug was good?

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Just tell them how you feel. Say "thanks for the hug", or "you give really good hugs!"

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Why is my boyfriend quiet and red when I hug him? Is he mad?

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No, some people are naturally huggers, and some people aren't as big on hugging, it doesn't mean he is mad, however he might be embarrassed, the only way to know for sure is to ask him .

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