#Blog - The power of hugging

Do you know how powerful can be a hug? It is scientifically proved that a tight and sincere hug has several benefits. A study by the Carnegie Mellon University indicates that hugging reduces stress levels, heartbeat rate and apparently increases immunity against some minor diseases like the cold.

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"Hugging protects people who are under stress from the increased risk for colds that's usually associated with stress." - Sheldon Cohen

Hugging releases oxytocin, a hormone that is responsible for mutual empathy between people and is directly linked to pleasure and wellness, as well as being a powerful anesthesic that even reduces the pain of giving birth.. It's even anti-depressive! This chemically explains why it's so good to hug someone and vice-versa. But let's talk about emotions, about bonding, interactions with other people.

We currently live in a world where people are too suspicious of everyone. You always think that one wants something in return for an act of good will, a demonstration of cherish etc. Sometimes people just need a hug. Life's stressing, unfair. Lucky are the people that have someone to go back to, or people to spend time with and give that tight warming hug.

Isn't it a wonderful feeling? Let go of the grudges, the fights and excersive forgiveness. Help spread love and hugs! It's positive for you and for people around! There are only benefits on hugging and the good news is that the taxes are already included on the package! hehe

This is a simple, but heartfelt message. We need more of this in our lives. You don't know what's happening tomorrow, so don't keep bad things in the heart and don't take them with you.

So...who did you hug today?

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