Is it normal to cringe at affection

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I crave affection from time to time but I cringe as soon as im in a romantic or affectionate situation.
Like if im sitting with a friend or a date and he hugs me and keeps his arm around me and hes very sweet and all that I cringe so bad. I wonder what is wrong with me but I cringe.
Maybe its because I am so uncomfortable compared to them so its like I sit there stiff while they try to cuddle me and it clashes and makes me cringe. Im not sure. If I try to relax and be into it though it seems even cringier so im not sure.
Maybe im not used enough to people and affection because im a fucking hermit.

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Based on 9 votes (6 yes)
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  • Tommythecaty
    1 year ago

    Must be fun dates.

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    • Anonymous Post Author
      1 year ago

      Usually not

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  • bbrown95
    1 year ago

    Perhaps you just aren't comfortable with these people yet? It may take getting to know them better and taking things more slowly for you to enjoy it. I found that the only way I enjoyed cuddling and similar forms of physical touch was with someone I knew well and trusted. I was also tense with people I didn't know well yet.

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