You weren't comfortable with physical touch.

It's always just been something that has made you anxious. You hadn't been in any relationships involving anything close to holding hands. Touching someone just made you nervous.

Two months ago you started dating Chris Sturniolo. You were friends with his brother, Nick. Chris's love language is physical touch, so he's been itching to touch you. You told him you'd try to start slow, so the first thing you two started to do was hold hands. You two haven't even cuddled yet, you're so nervous.

Today, you're at his house that he shares with his brothers. You're in his rooms, sitting beside him. A movie is playing on the TV. Chris asked if he could try something out, so he's gently running a hand up and down your arm.