Why do massages feel good, but not as much when doing it to yourself?

Question

Even if it’s objectively not as good, it still feels better when another person does it. Why?

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Answer 1

I think human contact releases certain hormones in the body which, combined with the relaxation of the massage, creates a much nicer sensation.

Doing it alone won’t have the same effect. Kinda like how most people can’t tickle themselves