This we the theme has been family of origin. It is very important that you talk about this question with your significant other, fiancé, or spouse!

Ask your partner, how was affection shown in their family? Where family members encouraged to express their feelings and emotions openly? How was physical touch used?

Growing up we learned a lot of things from just watching the people around us. Our parents, aunts, uncles, other family members, and friends all contributed to our family of origins.

Depending on how we saw affection being given, in our childhoods, could hinder how we show affection to our spouses now. Did you see your parents kissing or holding hands? Did you see family or friends hugging or was PDA out of the question.