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About this quote

What does it mean?
Sexual connection is portrayed as a healing force that relieves emotional burdens.
In plain terms
Love and intimacy help soothe mental pain and stress.
What can you take from it?
Physical intimacy can act as emotional healing.

Where it applies

  • intimate relationships
  • emotional relief
  • healing

Putting it to work

  • relationship building
  • self-care
  • counseling

Questions to consider

  • What brings you emotional relief?
  • How important is intimacy in healing?

Another view

It equates healing solely with physical intimacy.

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