The sixth day of Valentine’s week is reserved for hugs. Hugs are one of the most efficient love languages as it conveys emotions when words fail. Amid the lockdown, we all have been observing social distancing and craving warmth; hug day is the right opportunity to let your partner know that you are there for them. Hugs heal, quite literally. Several experts believe that hugs can reduce stress levels and help release serotonin. So a warm, tight hug may actually help you sleep better, regulate your mood, and remain calm.
Here are some amazing things a simple hug can do
- Hugs are one of the most innocent forms of human contact. So it makes you feel connected with your partner.
- Hugs are said to be positivity aggravators. They help drive away negative feelings and insecurities and a secure relationship is a healthy relationship.
- According to a study by researchers at the Carnegie Mellon University, "more frequent hugs protected people from the increased susceptibility to infection associated with being stressed"
- Hugs can help release oxytocin and serotonin which are also known as happiness hormones.
- According to a study, oxytocin may be a link between hugging and lower blood pressure level.
- Hugs are considered the language of care and assurance. They tend to reduce tension and even heal cracks in a relationship.
- For people who are trying towards anger management, hugs can be a useful exercise. Find reasons to hug your partner more often and be sincere about it.
- Hugs are known to reduce the emotional pain. Many a time when you are going through an emotional crisis or are feeling pangs of heartbreak. A tight hug from a friend every now and then can help you heal faster and curb the emotional pain.
Here are some great quotes you can share today
"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" - Walter Anderson
"The best place in the world is in the arms of someone who will not only hold you at your best but will pick you up and hug you tight at your weakest moments" – Unknown
"I began to realize how important it was to be an enthusiast in life.... If you are interested in something, no matter what it is, go at it at full speed ahead. Embrace it with both arms, hug it, love it, and above all become passionate about it. Lukewarm is no good. Hot is no good either. White hot and passionate is the only thing to be" - Roald Dahl
