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There are a number of different types of kisses, and behind each kiss is a different meaning. Kisses on the cheek are usually friendly, platonic, and familial. Kisses on the mouth are typically romantic and intimate, while kisses on the neck, jaw, or near the ears, are of the \u201cI want you now\u201d variety. Then, there\u2019s the forehead kiss. What in the world does that one mean?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The forehead kiss is probably the most confusing kiss in the history of kisses. Is it a sign of protection and tenderness? Or is it a sign that your love interest isn\u2019t into you? The funny answer is: it can be both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ok, so let’s say you’ve been kissed on the forehead and you want to know what it means. First and foremost, it\u2019s useful to know your relationship with this forehead kisser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re dating someone new or are on a first date…<\/strong>
a\u00a0kiss on the forehead could\u00a0be a sweet sign of affection. A first date kiss<\/a> on the forehead usually is a cute gesture featured in rom-coms (they\u2019re basically in every movie based on a Nicholas Sparks book), so maybe your date is trying to emulate a romantic cinematic moment (yes, people actually do this). It could even indicate some serious nerves. Maybe the forehead kisser is scared to land that kiss on your lips, so the forehead seems like the safest best until they make their legit move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or it could be a sign that the forehead kisser doesn\u2019t feel a spark with you, and, instead of being direct, does the forehead kiss to be a \u201cnice guy,\u201d and promptly confuses you more (yes, people actually do this). If you\u2019ve been on a few dates and you\u2019re only getting the forehead kiss? You could be just a friend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve been dating someone for a while, or you’re in an exclusive relationship…<\/strong>
\nthe forehead kiss means a lot of things too. When a man plants one on a woman, it usually stands for protection. After a serious making out session or sex, the forehead kiss is a sign of tenderness and affection that means your bond is deeper than seeing each other naked. The quick forehead kiss, like the ones received before and after work, or just before bedtime, means, “I care about you, and don\u2019t you forget it.” For a number of people, the forehead kiss planted on someone you’re seeing serious means simply: you mean the world to me, and I don\u2019t need to stick my tongue down your throat to prove it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re relationship is going through some turmoil…<\/strong>
\nthe forehead kiss does a 180 and could indicate the lack of sexual chemistry between you. Maybe you\u2019re going through a dry patch, or maybe your relationship problems are deeper. If your relationship has creeped into platonic territory, it’s pretty much the nonverbal equivalent of, “I still care about you, but I\u2019m not in love with you anymore.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes a forehead kiss naturally fits the moment. It\u2019s sweet and simple, and is an affectionate symbol of your bond. However, if your relationship is new or on shaky ground, communication goes a long way. Really need to know for sure what that forehead kiss means? Ask. Or, maybe cut to the chase and kiss them<\/em> on the lips first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bottom line: review the context and communicate. Or maybe your date is just taller than you and sees your forehead as a solid kissing bulls-eye.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

X marks the spot, after all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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