What comes after kissing in a relationship is step 8, moving onto step 8 is quite easy from step 7 and usually happens during a kiss. That next stage we should expect is hand to head. If you dont place your hand on your partners head usually, now is the time to try it.

What are the stages of intimacy?

This model consists of four different stages: (1) infatuation & fusion, (2) conflict & power struggle, (3) adjustment & consolidation, and (4) maturation & differentiation. The first stage of an intimate relationship takes place as two people meet, become intensely involved, and fall in love.