What happens when your body aches for more touch than your partner, friend, or family can give—or when you crave space while someone else longs to connect? In this radically honest episode of Untamed Ember, Dr. Misty dives deep into the science, shame, grief, and negotiation of “touch hunger” and mismatched touch needs. Discover why touch is a real biological need, how neurodivergence, trauma, fat liberation, and disability justice shape who gets touched (and who doesn’t), and get practical tools, scripts, and rituals for navigating the awkward, brave, and beautiful work of honoring your body’s truth. Whether you’re touch-starved, touched-out, or somewhere in between, this episode is your permission slip to need what you need—without apology. Share, reflect, and join The Ember Vault for more embodied, inclusive community.
Chapters
- (00:00:00) - How To Get Physical Touch
- (00:00:47) - What Is Touch Hunger?
- (00:06:05) - What You Need to Know About Mismatched Touch Needs
- (00:12:06) - What Kind of Touch Need Do You Have?
- (00:18:54) - How to Deal with Unmet Touch Need
- (00:26:45) - You're allowed to ask for more touch this week
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