How to Build Emotional Intimacy in a New Relationship After Divorce

Emotional intimacy — genuine closeness, being known and knowing — is what people most want in a second relationship. Here is how it is built, and what gets in the way.

## What Is Emotional Intimacy, Exactly? **Emotional intimacy is not the same as getting along well, spending time together, or even physical closeness. It is the specific experience of being genuinely known by another person — and knowing them in return.**

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