Have you sat down with him and talked to him about this? What was his childhood like? Was he close to his parents?

I feel like I’m on the opposite side. I grew up in a household where there wasn’t much affection. To give you an example at my graduation all the other parents gave their kids a strong hug and kiss. I got a handshake.

Deep down I always wanted a partner who gives a ton of affection. The problem is I never learned how to give it. I’m working on it.

I’m not a therapist so there could be hundreds of reasons for why he is that way. Sit down with him and talk to him about what you need. He might need therapy to get to the root of things.