A hand on your leg can be an unexpected and confusing moment.
Depending on the situation, the gesture might be intended as reassurance, affection, friendliness, or something else entirely. But there is no universal meaning behind a particular touch. The relationship between the people involved, the setting, cultural expectations, and—most importantly—the person’s comfort all matter.
Rather than trying to decode one gesture as a secret psychological message, it is more useful to look at the broader context and respect personal boundaries.
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