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Hugging is a basic need, like breathing. A hug is more than a hug.
It changes your whole internal environment. The skin is the largest
sense organ and scientists have found that positive touching subdues
the body's "fight or flight" response, relaxing the blood
pressure, digestive system, body temperature, muscles, and heart rate.

 TYPES OF HUGS

ANKLE HUG Given by small children. Hug can be reciprocated (see Bear Hug)
BACK-TO-FRONT Also called waist grabber. Given to someone doing household chores.
BEAR HUG Powerful and secure. But use caution to avoid breathlessness.
CHEEK HUG Tender and tasteful, suitable for tea parties.
CUSTOM TAILORED Can involve creative positioning, or the addition of a favorite toy or pet.
FOREHEAD HUG Put hands on the other's shoulders or sides, and foreheads pressed together.
GRABBER SQUEEZER HUG Playful, affectionate and brief. Useful for those on a tight schedule.
GROUP HUG Works well for team sports
GUESS WHO HUG Performed from behind, hands over huggee's eyes. Suitable for longtime friends
HEART CENTERED Each hugger has one hand around waist, one around neck. The highest form of hugging.
SANDWICH HUG A three way hug, suitable for small families
SIDE TO SIDE HUG Useful for strolling or standing in line.
TOP OF THE HEAD HUG Offered to seated huggee by standing hugger. A gift of power to someone feeling depressed.
 
 

There's something in a simple hug
That always warms the heart;
It welcomes us back home
And makes it easier to part.
A hug is a way to share the joy
And sad times we go through,
Or just a way for friends to say
They like you 'cause you're you.
Hugs are meant for anyone
For whom we really care,
From your grandma to your neighbor,
Or a cuddly teddy bear.
A hug is an amazing thing --
It's just the perfect way
To show the love we're feeling
But can't find the words to say.
It's funny how a little hug
Makes everyone feel good;
In every place and language,
It's always understood.
And hugs don't need new equipment,
Special batteries or parts -
Just open up your arms
And open up your hearts.

 

 

 
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