Whenever a fic details characters holding each other's hands I go fucking FERAL, like running thumbs over knuckles or lifting the others hand to kiss the inner wrist hOLY SHIT
I just noticed how much abstraction looks like the hormone oxytocin.
When stressed your body releases this hormone, its what makes you want to share your feelings with friends instead of bottling them up.
It’s also what makes you want to support others in difficult times.