See...There is an excellent 180 for you. Why are you so addicted to physical affection? From there take on how to control the feeling of being unwanted because you aren't getting physical affection. These are good things for you to work on....as being affectingly touched is nice, but a healthy person would not be having withdrawal symptoms.
The chatting is good....make sure your listen and validate when needed....funny and aloof when things aren't of a serious nature.