It helps the body's immune system, keeps you healthier, cures depression, reduces stress, induces sleep, is invigorating, has no unpleasant side effects, is all natural and is 100% wholesome.
Healthy Hugs by Michael Clutton ~ Nov 2008
A hug is form of physical intimacy - the closing of the arms around another person. The hug is probably the most common human sign of love and affection. A hug is a simple action that conveys different messages for different people and circumstances but generally a hug expresses positive feelings.
A hug is truly wonderful because it is both physical and psychological as it generates emotions and can even trigger memories. A hug is primarily a form of non-verbal communication. It brings people together in a feeling of mutual love, comfort and safety.
Hugs are very different from handshakes. Hugs are a way of expressing love and healing for the soul. Sometimes, when there are no words that will help a situation, a simple hug will.
Not only are hugs nice, they are much needed. Hugs can relieve pain and depression. They can make you healthier and happier. Hugging feels good and overcomes fear. Hugs are a crucial part of human communications. Hugs are a healthy, genuine way to express affection, friendship and love. It is never be wrong to hug a friend (of either gender) or your child, sibling or parent.
Hugs are also proven to be medically beneficial. First used with autistic, withdrawn children, "hug therapy" is used to teach basic trust.
Hugs are good for any occasion: birthdays, holidays, greetings, good byes or sometimes just because you want to. When you get a hug, you feel warm, fuzzy and complete. The hug of another person expresses a certain feeling of union and caring. They're a friendly way to express appreciation of another person.
There are group hugs, tender lover hugs, around the waist hugs, kissing hugs, sweet and tender hugs and yes, even the grab-ass hug. There is the awkward "lean in" for the timid and the breathtaking squeeze-you-till-your-eyes-pop hug.
Not to be overlooked, there's also the lingering, head on shoulder version often used during joyful reunions, such as a soldier returning from long duty. Mutual rocking or a gentle swaying motion often accompanies this incredible hug.
Hugs show love with speed. It helps the body's immune system, keeps you healthier, cures depression, reduces stress, induces sleep, is invigorating, has no unpleasant side effects, is all natural and is 100% wholesome.
