Hugs

This Sunday, January 21st is National Hug Day.  What?  Do we need a national day for hugging?

It appears that back in 1986 there was a man who thought that there was not enough hugging going on in the United States.  He started the day because it was mid-winter and spirits were low.  He wanted to spread cheer.

Interestingly enough hugging has  been around for a long time.  While the word’s etymology is not totally clear Shakespeare used it in his play Richard III when he said “he hugd me in his armes.”  This was back in 1597.

Another reason to hug or be hugged is that it is very comforting.  A hug to a friend with a problem can give support.  Family hugs mean you care a lot.  Hugs between children are sweet and an open expression of friendship.

You might think that it’s not safe to hug so soon after the Covid pandemic.  You might feel that there are a lot of germs around this time of year so no hugging for you.

If you are fearful you might want to try quick hugs with people you feel are safe.  You might be pleasantly surprised and feel happy afterwards.

Don’t we all need to have these feelings at some point in our lives?  How often?  When and where?

Some folks say that everyone needs a hug 12 times in a day to be healthy?  Do you feel like us that this could be difficult to achieve or too much?

Word has it that 32% of your stress will disappear after a hug. That could be great!

How do you feel about a 20 second hug?  Are your hugs that long?

Private Home Health Care feels that hugs, so long as the person is open to receiving one, is a great way to share happiness and comfort.  On Sunday, find someone to hug.  You might even have a 20 second hug.