Maybe it’s because a lot of them are girls, but they’re like this with guys too. They are very touchy with each other, but it seems awkward if it’s with me.

I’ve asked for permission and they said they don’t like physical contact, so I obviously don’t.

My friends overall seem closer with each other than with me, but I just find it kind of interesting that they make physical contact a lot but not with me (ex: hugging, holding hands, grabbing arm, etc.)

If someone could help me out, that’d be greatly appreciated! I’m not trying to judge, I genuinely don’t understand, which is why I’m asking here. I do understand some cases such as: “Sorry, I only really allow my boyfriend to do that stuff with me”.

      • sabreW4K3@lazysoci.alEnglish
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        23 hours ago

        It could just be that your friends are uncomfortable as a matter of ignorance. Have you explained to them what it means and how it works to be around you?

        • voytek709@lemmy.caOPEnglish
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          23 hours ago

          I think they know, they’re just weird with the physical touch thing. Maybe it’s a matter of being closer with these people/them being regularly touchy but me, not

          • sabreW4K3@lazysoci.alEnglish
            2·
            12 hours ago

            The way I read it, they’re tactile with everyone except you. If that is the case, maybe these aren’t your forever people.

            • voytek709@lemmy.caOPEnglish
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              10 hours ago

              Thanks so much!! I think it’s because I’m neurodivergent, but I can’t say for sure