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I had just returned from the Rotary Club meeting where I received a giant hug from a fellow Rotarian. The wonderful feeling of camaraderie it engendered made me want to write about it.  Regardless of current cultural warnings, keep hugs as part of your life. They are precious and will fill you with well being.

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The Science of Hugs –  #533

This show was inspired by that outstanding philosopher – Charlie Brown. In a moment of pure insight, Charlie Brown recited – “I love the kind of hug where you can feel the sadness leave your body.”  Me too, Charlie, me too.

When someone gathers you up in their arms and holds you tight, it can just wash away every guilt, concern or worry you have been feeling.  And when things are going well, a hug is a welcome gesture of friendship and affection.

I have a friend who I get to hug every week. We attend the same organization meeting and I can tell we both look forward to the moment when we will share that embrace.

I joyously watch my children hug their children and see the kids reciprocate; even the teen agers.

I did some research and found that hugging is extremely effective at healing sickness, disease, loneliness, depression, anxiety and stress.  Well no wonder it feels so good!

A deep hug, where the hearts are pressing together, is nurturing and provides a sense of safety.  Perhaps most important, hugs boost self esteem.  They are an extension of the touch we received as infants, meant to show that we are loved and special, even before actual words could be exchanged. 

Do the world a favor.  Deliver hugs often and with gusto. I will too.

[Show #533]

Filed Under: Friendship, Inspiration/Life Lessons, Parenting/Children, Podcast Episodes Tagged With: Charlie Brown, hugs

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  1. Gretchen Smith-Klainer says

    April 26, 2018 at

    Thank you my beautiful friend. My mother and I worked side by side at our small town hospital. We delivered more hugs and held more hands in the entire county as a team.
    Mother has been gone over 30 years now, but her warm hug still embraces me every morning upon waking and every night before I fall asleep.

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    • Annette Petrick says

      May 2, 2018 at

      What a precious legacy your mom left, Gretchen. To paraphrase Maya Angelou, “People may not remember what you said or what you did. But they will always remember how you made them feel.

      Keep on hugging, Gretchen. Your mama approves.

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  2. Pat Moore says

    April 1, 2018 at

    Hugs to you on this Blessed Easter Sunday!

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    • Annette Petrick says

      April 9, 2018 at

      And to you, Pat. Spring really is on the way. I promise.

      Reply
  3. Cathie Taylor says

    April 1, 2018 at

    Thank you Annette for pointing out the goodness of hugs! Most of us are hugging people! Even at the Hospital Gift Shop when folks come in a hug is given even to strangers. I’ve even had some men come up and hug me. Hugs have their worth let’s continue to share them! Happy Easter and God bless you and Bill.💓💓

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