You are not obliged to hug or kiss anyone you're uncomfortable with — body-respect phrase.

Touch one thing (pen, fabric) with full hand attention — relearn touching.

Hug yourself 20 sec — nervous system responds like others' hugs.

One hand on head, one on chest — contain yourself sensorily.

Before giving feedback, ask recipient what type of feedback they want this week.

Don't assume your partner's love language — test it with three situations this week and compare reactions.

Ask each other one simple daily question about the desired level of non-sexual physical touch.

Your energy = 4 dimensions: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual. Rate 1-10 and plan for weakest.

Instead of "one awkward talk," 50 short talks across adolescence. That's how relational competence is built.

Talk about consent and respect in relationships before your teen needs the information, not after a crisis.