{"id":19342,"date":"2019-10-11T10:00:03","date_gmt":"2019-10-11T17:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/datemixstaging.wpengine.com\/?p=19342"},"modified":"2022-07-06T02:33:41","modified_gmt":"2022-07-06T09:33:41","slug":"forehead-kiss-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zoosk.com\/date-mix\/dating-advice\/forehead-kiss-2\/","title":{"rendered":"The Forehead Kiss: Sweet, Sexy, or Corny?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Kisses come in all shapes, sizes, and meanings, but in terms of meaning none is more confusing than the forehead kiss.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When a parent or family member kisses a child on the forehead, it\u2019s a symbol of care and nurture. When it comes from a partner or date, it\u2019s a bit more confusing. Today, we\u2019re going to try to get to the bottom of the question: what does the forehead kiss mean?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe forehead kiss is such a sweet and gentle act. Think about it, when someone takes the time to kiss you on the forehead they are displaying an act of true admiration. This kiss is not about passion, not about sex. It is a thoughtful way to express fondness,\u201d says Meredith Futernick of LGBTQCouplesTherapy.com. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many experts agree that the meaning depends a lot on who is giving the kiss and who is receiving it.<\/span>\u201cThe forehead kiss can mean anything from \u2018I\u2019m a dismissive jerk\u2019 to \u2018I\u2019m feeling very tender about you but getting aroused at the moment would be inconvenient\u2019,\u201d says relationship expert, Dr. Janice Presser.  \u201cA lot has to do with age, of the kisser, the kissee, and the relationship.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not to mention, culture, values, and general state of the relationship.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cDifferent cultures have different meaning behind this gesture,\u201d says Mary J. Gibson, a relationship and lifestyle blogger, and senior content strategist at DatingXP.  \u201cFor example, Arabic culture states that the forehead kiss is a sign of an apology or acknowledgment. In some regions, an elder person kisses the younger one as a sign of protecting them always. For some people kissing is a public display of affection which is a gesture of love, that allows emotions to flow from one person to another.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

And, showing this kind of outside-the-bedroom affection is important in all relationships.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe forehead kiss is a compassionate nonsexual form of endearment that should be accepted and used in any relationship. It is a way to give affection while your partner is busy and a way to give affection that will not be confused with a sexual advance,\u201d says Adina Mahalli, a certified relationship expert and mental health consultant. Not to mention, forehead kisses are also ideal for the morning as to avoid morning breath of your partner without being rude and still giving them affection, she adds. \u201cKissing any part of your partner is important but forehead kisses are arguably the most versatile.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other meanings behind the forehead kiss could be something as simple as showing a loved one, they are special. Some people may have trouble expressing their feelings through words but show they care and love you with simple gestures like the forehead kiss or a hug. It can also be consoling if someone is grieving, or just a general sign of respect.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cCertain people have a habit of showing respect in the gesture of forehead kiss stating that they respect them and will never hurt you and will always protect you,\u201d says Gibson. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

But there are those that may find it demeaning or corny.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cActions are either motivated by fear or inspired by love. If someone is insecure, wanting to feel good enough, superior or in control\u2026their forehead kiss could feel degrading. If someone is ashamed of their sexual expression, wobbly in their public displays of affection\u2026their forehead kiss might feel childish or corny,\u201d says Allana Pratt, an intimacy expert. \u201cIf someone is deeply in touch with their sensual expression\u2026their forehead kiss would feel sexy or erotic.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

But a word to daters.  While the general consensus is that the forehead kiss is seen as sweet, if all your new partner is doing, is kissing you on the forehead and nowhere else, it could be a sign they\u2019re not looking for anything more than a platonic relationship.   <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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