· “Hugs are nourishment
for the heart.”[i]
· “Hug tight; hug
often."[iv]
A
Huggies (Snugglers) commercial recently provided the physical benefits of a
mother holding a newborn baby.
“Hugs
strengthen your baby’s immune system, and improve brain development. Hugs
promote weight gain, and reduce crying, pain, and stress. Huggies has always
believed in the power of hugs that is why every soft and comforting diaper we
make is inspired by your hugs.”
The
following poem describes the benefits of hugs for school-age children.
I will not play at tug o’ war.
I’d rather play at hug o’ war,
Where everyone hugs
Instead of tugs,
Where everyone giggles
And rolls on the rug,
Where everyone kisses,
And everyone grins,
And everyone cuddles,
As an adult, we know that a hug cannot bring about world peace,
but it’s heading in a positive direction of care (rather than a downward spiral
of mistrust and hate). Consider the quotes below when you are giving (or receiving)
hugs.
1. “If you're angry at a loved one, hug that
person. And mean it. You may not want to hug - which is all the more reason to
do so. It's hard to stay angry when someone shows they love you, and that's
precisely what happens when we hug each other.” [vi]
2. “That's what people do who love you. They put
their arms around you and love you when you're not so lovable.” [vii]
3. “It is an absolute human certainty that no one
can know his own beauty or perceive a sense of his own worth until it has been
reflected back to him in the mirror of another loving, caring human
being.” [viii]
4. “Hug tight, Hug often"[ix]
5. “When someone hugs you, let them be the first
to let go.” [x]
6. Hugs should be available at the medical stores
24/7. Sometimes, they are the best healers for almost everything.” [xi]
7. “We forget that the sweetest joys are found in
the simplest acts: hugs, laughter, quiet observation, basic movements, holding
hands, pleasant music, shared stories, a listening ear, an unhurried visit, and
selfless service. It is sad we forget a truth so elementary.” [xii]
8. “Sometimes, I present myself as an expert and
talk non-sense. To be honest, passing out hugs is far better than passing
judgments. Try this!” [xiii]
[ii]
Huggy-huggy is a slang term referring to being extremely kind. This phrase
comes from New Dictionary of American
Slang. It was edited by Robert L.
Chapman, Ph.D.
[v]
This poem entitled, “Hug O’ War” is from the book, Where the Sidewalk Ends, by Shel Silverstein.
[vi]
Walter Anderson quote
[viii]
John Joseph Powell quote
[xiv]
Brent Weeks quote
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