Why Do Guys Like to Kiss With Their Eyes Closed?

Why Do Guys Like to Kiss With Their Eyes Closed?

I was catching up with my friend Sarah over coffee on a warm evening. We were discussing first dates, relationships, and all the little nuances that go along with them. "I must know, though, why men always close their eyes during a kiss” she asked abruptly, leaning in. Is it something that guys do?

I laughed. "How did you come up with that?"

She stirred her latte and shrugged. "I'm not sure. My most recent date was all I could think about. He closed his eyes as we shared a kiss. Although I did the same, it made me wonder: Why do guys do that? Is it automatic, or is it deliberate?

Grinning, I leaned back. It's a combination of both, to be honest. Let me explain it to you.

1. The Feels Are Everything:

Kissing is a sensory experience, to start. Closing our eyes makes everything else seem more intense, like when we turn off the lights. We are only focused on the present and are not distracted by the surroundings. It's about sensing the warmth, softness, and connection. It's similar to blocking out the background so we can truly be in the moment.

Sarah gave a curious nod. "So, it's more than just romance?"

I replied, "Yeah, it's romantic, but it's also useful." Consider this: it's a little awkward to kiss someone while looking at their nose or eyebrows, isn't it? To put it simply, closing your eyes lets you savor the moment without overthinking it.

2. It's Natural:

I went on, "Here's the thing." "It's kind of instinctive to close your eyes when kissing. It just happens; we don't intentionally choose to do it. In those situations, our brains are programmed to value touch and emotion over sight. Your body seems to know exactly what to do.

Sarah chuckled. "It's not just guys, then?"

"Nope," I replied. "Girls do it too." It is a feature of people. Everyone wants to enjoy the kiss to the fullest, free from interruptions.

3. Steering clear of awkwardness:

I went on, "Let's be honest." "Kissing can be nerve-racking, particularly at first. Eye closure is similar to a safety net. That uncomfortable "are we staring too much?" moment is avoided thanks to it. We just don't want to ruin the mood, not because we don't want to look at you.

Sarah grinned."So, you're not thinking about someone else?"

I chuckled. "Certainly not. A guy is thinking about you if he's kissing you. His method of staying present is simply to close his eyes.

4. Vulnerability Is the Issue:

I leaned forward and said, "This is the deeper part." "Kissing is personal. It's about being vulnerable and lowering your defenses. Closing our eyes is like saying, "This is just about us," and shutting out the outside world. It's a means of demonstrating our complete presence and trust in you.

Sarah's face became softer. "That is truly very lovely."

"Yes," I replied with a smile. "It's both a physical and an emotional topic."

5. The Movies Are to Blame:

We've all grown up watching those movie scenes where the guy leans in, his eyes close, and the music swells. And let's not forget," I continued. It is recognizable. You kind of remember that imagery over time. Because it is what we have been trained to expect, it feels normal when it occurs in real life.

Sarah chuckled. "You're saying that Hollywood is at fault?"

"Very much," I smiled and said. "Hey, it works, doesn't it?"

The Bottom Line:

So, to answer your question, I said, "It's emotional, practical, and instinctive for guys to close their eyes when they kiss." It's a human thing, not just a guy thing. In all honesty, it's an indication that we're genuinely interested in you and the present.

Sarah grinned. That makes sense, all right. I suppose I never gave it that much thought.

I said, "Most people don't." But be mindful the next time you plant a kiss. You'll most likely observe that you also close your eyes.