GIVE A HUG (OR 12) TODAY
Hugs are magic and here’s why:
Hugs boost oxytocin (aka the “love hormone”), which reduces stress hormones and may even strengthen your immune system
Hugs build trust and increase self-esteem
Hugs can relax your muscles and regulate your nervous system
Hugs can increase your levels of serotonin (the “feel good” chemical in the body)
According to the famed family therapist, Virginia Satir, “We need 4 hugs a day for survival. We need 8 hugs a day for maintenance. We need 12 hugs a day for growth.”
So grab a loved one and get hugging! Not only will you be benefiting yourself, but you will be giving the gift of all these health benefits to the lucky one on the receiving end as well!