Writing is a solitary profession. It's nice to go to work in pajamas on a bad hair day, but it still gets lonely. However, the Internet now keeps us connected and a writers' community is alive and thriving to dole out ample amounts of advice, support, laughter, and hugs. Yes, even hugs can travel through this network. Even though we don't feel arms wrapped around our bodies, our hearts are touched and soothed.
Hug therapy is an antidote to stress and loneliness.
Studies have shown babies who are touched, loved and held will thrive. While babies who are not hugged or held enough do not grow as quickly. Adults need that loving touch just as much as babies do and unfortunately that is often forgotten.
Look at your own family and close friends. Make sure they get a fair share of your hugs. Children are wonderful huggers and can even teach a person who isn't "touchy feely" into a hugger. Volunteer to help sick children and newborns in hospitals that could use hugs.
When you are online and your friend is in obvious need to "let it out" reach out with a *HUG* There is even cute little icons that will give the hug for you. Trust me, when that little icon or the words pop up on the screen... the hug is felt in the heart.
Remember as a kid signing letters with X's and O'x. Kisses and hugs.
So....try to give at least one hug a day. Cuddle a child, hug a loved one, hug a friend, send a hug over the Internet... just do it.
Hugs,
Mary
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