The power of a hug

A hug may not have the solution to the problem that happens to us, nor may it distance or make what surrounds us disappear, but its magic repairs our wounds, relieves our suffering and conveys to us that beyond what happened, there is someone who loves us. and cares about us. Because A sincere hug is full-fledged love.
Hugging is caressing the soul of the other person and providing refuge in our arms. A small gesture but full of feelings that heals and restores on an emotional level. Hugging is speaking the language of the heart.

A definition of hugging

We all know what a hug is or what the act of hugging consists of. As defined by the RAE in its first meaning, it would be the act of girding with the arms, although it also points out others such as the clasping of the arms as a sign of affection or the act of surrounding, girding by itself. It is also defined as holding another person in our arms as a form of greeting, giving affection or comfort.

The hug is an excellent means of communication that does not need to be spoken or expressed through words. But, beyond all these theoretical definitions, have we ever thought about everything that a hug entails? That is, how do we feel about hugs and what repercussions do they have on us?

How much silence accompanies a hug! and how much is said through it!

Hug, a caress of the soul

If we remember and draw on our memories, we will surely find numerous situations that make us smile when we remember them in which a hug was enough as a consolation, an act of affection or a response to something we needed; Also as a gift from our loved ones. Hugs are moments full of happiness capable of moving even the hardest heart because they have the power to pierce armor.

We have a bad habit of ignoring the importance of small details and the value that comes with spending time with our loved ones… Hugging is a wonderful way to give love to those around us, it is to caress the soul of those close to us. We would all function better if we hugged or let ourselves be hugged more often, because hugging is an everyday act of which we are unaware of the fullness it provides us.

Each hug has different intentions but always involves the establishment of a symbolic language between the person who gives it and the person who receives it. A message that everyone perceives but that only they understand: the secret language of affection. But The important thing is not only to receive hugs, but also to give them, and ask for them if necessary.

Because… Hugging is also an art!

Benefits of a hug

It is impossible to list all the benefits of a hug, since we would have to stop at each specific situation, observing the context, the reason, the people involved and the history of each one, but we can mention some of the general benefits that hugs provide. healthy and positive like:

Decreased stress. Feeling of security and protection. Helps our self-esteem. Transmission of energy and strength. Improved interpersonal relationships. Promotes a feeling of tranquility.

The best thing is that you see it for yourself when you are part of the experience of a hug, because no two hugs are the same no matter how much we want them to. Thus, Let’s hug, and let’s let each other hug!

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