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• Steps
• Part 1 of 2: How to Kiss in Public
• Part 2 of 2: Discuss public expressions of affection with your partner

Kissing in public is fun enough, but it can be uncomfortable for some.In most places, you are only threatened with a disapproving look for excessive emotions in public. That being said, you should be aware that in some cultures, kissing in plain sight is taboo and can get you in trouble. Always look around before kissing in public. Make sure your partner wants to and respect the boundaries if they object.

Steps

Part 1 of 2: How to Kiss in Public

1. 1 Don't cross the line. If you want to kiss your partner in a public place, kiss. This does not mean that a kiss can develop into passionate caresses. Be careful when kissing in public.
   • Kissing in public is okay as long as you stay within boundaries. Kiss without tongues and don't touch your partner with your hands under your clothes. Anything beyond a closed-lipped kiss can be embarrassing for those around you.
2. 2 Look around. Kissing in public is not always acceptable. You can't always kiss, even if no one seems to be paying attention to you.
   • For example, a dark movie theater is not the best place for passionate kissing. If you can still get away with a kiss on the cheek, then don't overdo it just because it's dark around.
   • It's best not to kiss in crowded places like restaurants or grocery stores. The only exception is nightclubs, as in such places almost all visitors kiss and dance. If you are not at home and want to kiss your partner, it is best not to be seen.
3. 3 Consider local customs. In some countries, kissing in public is a significant offense. In most Western countries, the disapproval of outsiders can only result in the sidelong glances of others. But in countries like India, kissing in public can be problematic.
   • If you are traveling with a partner, research local customs in advance. It is better to study all the laws that relate to public displays of feelings. Don't limit yourself to just kissing. For example, in China, couples are also not allowed to hold hands.
4. 4 Kisses are only permissible by mutual agreement. Respect personal boundaries regardless of location. Don't force your partner if they don't want to kiss you. No one likes it when they pester him without mutual desire and consent.
   • Don't use public displays of affection to boost your ego. Only kiss in public if you just want to kiss your significant other. You don't need to show the whole world that your partner is "busy".

Part 2 of 2: Discuss public expressions of affection with your partner

1. 1 Discuss possible inconveniences. If your partner turns away when you try to kiss him in public, ask why. Be sensitive and respect others' opinions. Never force your partner to kiss in public.
   • If your partner doesn’t want to kiss you in public, that doesn’t mean he’s ashamed of you. It is possible that he simply does not want to kiss in a specific place. For example, not everyone is comfortable kissing near their place of work or in front of friends.
2. 2 Listen. Your partner may refuse to kiss for a variety of reasons. Some of them are not always convenient to talk about. For example, the person may not have received that much attention in a previous relationship, or may find kissing too intimate.
   • When the person has finished speaking, say, "I understand everything." Then give your partner your opinion on the matter. Consider his feelings, but try to find out the true cause of the problem.
3. 3 Try to come to an agreement. Ask your partner what doesn't make them feel uncomfortable in public. Make sure you are not going to go into passionate kissing in the middle of the crowd.
   • If you agree that it is allowed to hold hands and kiss each other on the cheek, then respect these boundaries. Don't betray your partner's trust and don't go overboard.
4. 4 Don't let this situation get in the way of intimacy in private. You do not need to hold back at the moment when you are alone. The issue of public expression of feelings should not interfere with your personal life.
   • Feel free to show your feelings by being with your partner at home. Tickle each other, snuggle and kiss. Be playful. Over time, some signs of attention may become acceptable in the outside world.