I live in a city where people like to hug when they see familiar faces. It is old-fashioned and friendly. But what’s up with the people who offer FREE HUGS to complete strangers? We’ve seen free hugs offered at Sonora’s Farmer’s Market (pictured) and at Long Beach Farmer’s Market. When you speak with the huggers you learn that their motives are plain and simple–to help make the world a happier place.
DAILY HUG PRESCRIPTION (Have you had your hugs today?)
4 Hugs for Survival = Fair Day
8 Hugs for Maintenance = Good Day
12 Hugs for Growth = Great Day
PROPER HUG ETIQUETTE
1. Always respect another person’s space.
2. Ask permission when sharing a hug.
3. There is a difference between a friendly hug and a passionate embrace, hug accordingly.
4. A hug is a gentle embrace, not the Heimlich maneuver!
5. Be in the hug, don’t just go through the motion.