WHEN was the last time you hugged someone? Hugs are a wonderful way to show your affection for someone. It’s a sure way to boost warmth and comfort for the receiver. Think about the last time you were hugged by someone. Didn’t you feel loved? Didn’t you feel better? The effects of a hug come quickly, and who wouldn’t want to feel much better right away!
But hug with care! It’s best to give that hug to someone you already have established a relationship with. Some people, while close to you, may not be the tactile-type and will avoid any form of physical contact with you whatsoever. Don’t take offense with that! Choose carefully who you give out those hugs to. Maybe you can show your affection to these hug-resistant folks another way!
So go hug someone today. And why not ask that person to hug someone else too? Pass on the hugs, pass on the love. It’s quick, it’s free and it comforts like no other physical act.
May 7th, 2009 at 11:32 am
It’s been a while since a lover hugged me. He’s actually my officemate. It’s raining outside and I feel I really need a sweet and warm embrace. Since he’s just around, I asked him to hug me tight. Thanks to your article
April 15th, 2009 at 9:13 am
I almost forgot the feeling of hugging someone. Thanks to your article, I feel like hugging all my family members and friends. More power hugs for you toni!!!
April 13th, 2009 at 8:30 am
I’m a big hugger! And when my husband forgets to hug me in the mornings after we wake up I always complain that I feel “unhugged” so he quickly makes up for his oversight
Thanks for your article on one of the most basic human needs!
April 12th, 2009 at 6:00 pm
Although, I’m a hug-resistant as you may call, but times like this (when things get rough) a simple hug is enough for me to know that i’m still not alone.
April 9th, 2009 at 4:16 am
I wish people at work would hug more. Maybe they wouldn’t be so boring all the time. Sometimes i use my patented “sneak attack” hug, just to shake things up.