The world would be so much better if we could just hug everything out. Make your world better with the all-powerful hug.
The hug is celebratory, reassuring, comforting, and calming. Believe it or not, there have been many legitimate studies conducted about the hug’s incredible powers:
1. Hugs ward off illness
A study found that frequent hugs actually protected people from increased susceptibility to the kind of stress that leads to infection. And participants who were sick exhibited fewer symptoms when they were hugged more often.
2. Hugs release oxytocin
Oxytocin is often called the “love hormone,” and it’s released when we cuddle or bond. It’s the reason why being hugged feels so good. So when you’re feeling down, give someone a squeeze and feel your mood lift.
3. Hugs make you feel like everything will be okay
We instinctively hug those who are struggling. When you receive a hug from someone you care about or who makes you happy, it can generally leave you feeling safe, and excited for the future.
4. Hugs cut down on stress
You probably know that cortisol is a stress hormone, but did you know that hugs can actually combat cortisol? The science of this is pretty involved, but essentially a hug can lower cortisol levels and counteract the physiological consequences around being stressed.
Sometimes a hug can change someone’s day, and it only takes seconds. Hug your loved ones and friends more. Show them you care, and you’ll also reap the benefits.
5.Emotional support
Emotional support in a relationship is all about understanding your partner’s emotion and respecting them. Being there for your partner emotionally. First you need to figure out what’s going wrong in your relationship and then work on amending your mistakes.
Listen to your partner, make them feel respected, loved, wanted and heard. Ask them if they are fine with how things are. Encourage them in doing what makes them happy. Emotional support doesn’t mean you keep a check on if they are happy or sad.
