Hugging

[SDsalsaguy]

Hugging is healthy: It helps the body's immunity system, it keeps you healthier, it cures depression, it reduces stress, it induces slep, it's invigorating, it's rejuvenating, it has no unpleasant side effects, and hugging is nothing less than a miracle drug.

Hugging is all natural: It is organic, naturally sweet, no pesticides, no preservatives, no artificial ingredients, and 100% wholesome.

Hugging is practically perfect: There are no moving parts, no batteries to wear out, no periodic checkups, low energy consumption, high energy yield, inflation proof, non-fattening, no monthly payments, no insurance requirements, theft-proof, non-taxable, non-polluting and, of course, fully returnable! :D

[SwinginBoo]

Swing Kitten is one of the few people I know who REALLY KNOWS how to give hugs. It's really nice to be hugged by someone who knows how. Sometimes the simplicity of human touch and kindness can really help heal the hurting.

[salsachinita]

:together: why is there no 'hugs' here....?
*HUG* from me to all of you :wink: !

[SDsalsaguy]

Right back at you – and to the whole DF family as well – salsachinita! :together:

[pygmalion]

I've heard about a study done back in the 80's regarding people and physical contact. People who don't get enough contact -- e.g. hugs, etc, "accidentally" bump into other people at a much higher rate than people who do get enough physical contact. It's like our bodies and minds are programmed to get the physical contact by any means necessary, because we need it to thrive. Neat. 8)

[Phil Owl]

I can only agree 1000% on this, physical touch is VERY necessary for our well being, and to say that it isn't is just psychotic in this Owl's opinion.

Hugging is practically perfect: There are no moving parts, no batteries to wear out, no periodic checkups, low energy consumption, high energy yield, inflation proof, non-fattening, no monthly payments, no insurance requirements, theft-proof, non-taxable, non-polluting and, of course, fully returnable!

Well put SD Salsa Guy!
:wink:

And a big group hug to y'all from The Owl!

Had some very good experiences while out dancing actually, getting a big hug from a couple of women I danced with, it felt wonderful and very encouraging!

[Sagitta]

Ditto!

Hugs to you'all just the right way, just the way you need it right now! :)

Virgilio

[dancergal]

*HUG* *HUG* to all of you too!!! I love hugs too! It seems that we do more hugging than we used to. Now I hug all my friends hello and goodbye. It seems the perfect greeting and everyone enjoys the hugs.

[Swing Kitten]

Swing Kitten is one of the few people I know who REALLY KNOWS how to give hugs. It's really nice to be hugged by someone who knows how. Sometimes the simplicity of human touch and kindness can really help heal the hurting.

Awwwww shucks! :blush: you're sweet Boo! I don't know what to say... thank you!

I'm a firm believer in hugs! That's one thing that made my first year on the east coast so difficult... not that it's a east vs. west U.S. thing nessesarily but not knowing anyone came into play.

[Phil Owl]

Hugging is healthy: It helps the body's immunity system, it keeps you healthier, it cures depression, it reduces stress, it induces slep, it's invigorating, it's rejuvenating, it has no unpleasant side effects, and hugging is nothing less than a miracle drug.

Hugging is all natural: It is organic, naturally sweet, no pesticides, no preservatives, no artificial ingredients, and 100% wholesome.

Hugging is practically perfect: There are no moving parts, no batteries to wear out, no periodic checkups, low energy consumption, high energy yield, inflation proof, non-fattening, no monthly payments, no insurance requirements, theft-proof, non-taxable, non-polluting and, of course, fully returnable! :D

And don't forget:

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No language barrier
No first, last or security deposit
No realtors fees
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No undesirable side-effects
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:wink:

[Swing Kitten]

has a hug ever made you feel uncomfortable?

[Sagitta]

Yes, when the hug is a little to familiar, when intentions of the hugger are not reciprocated. The hugger wants something more then the huggee, myself, is willling to give. Anything can be made way too sexually demanding/perverted.

[Along the same vein...I once got irritated with a group of friends as we were treking in the Serengeti game park in Tanzania, East Africa. (I grew up in Tanzania.) They were making fun of me for being quiet while I was just in a quiet mood enjoying being out in the wilderness. When I saw they wouldn't leave me alone I decided to turn the tables and twisted everything said into sexual innuendo!! Boy I had fun being sadistic for a couple hours. Then I got the opportunity to enjoy the wilderness the way I wanted to for a while... ]

Fortunately has only happened once to me on the dance floor that way, and as the leader it was manageable. The follow had had a few drinks as well!! [Otherwise, I've had plenty uncomfortable dance experinces as a dancer newbie!!]

[Danish Guy]

has a hug ever made you feel uncomfortable?

Yes!

I have been close to joining “The return of the good old handshake society”

Suddenly there was hugging, where I felt more like a handshake.

But I am getting better at hugs, and salsa has moved my limit.

But I still look at 3 types of hugs.

1. One person hugs, the other person freezes. :(
This should have been a handshake instead, what’s happening.

2. The cold hugs, because "we have to". :(

3. The warm genuine hugs, as they should be. :D



I appreciate the 3rd. :D :wink:

[pygmalion]

But I still look at 3 types of hugs.

1. One person hugs, the other person freezes.
This should have been a handshake instead, what’s happening.

2. The cold hugs, because "we have to".

3. The warm genuine hugs, as they should be.



Wow. You're pretty astute, Danish Guy! I agree with your three categories. I greatly prefer #3 as well. I try to preept #1 by ofereing my hand when I feel an unwanted hug coming on. *shudder* :lol:

[dancersdreamland]

I LOVE the "right kind" of hugs and LOVE to share them as well...

HUGS TO EVERYONE

(who wants them, of course...if not, then I extend my hand in a polite shake)

[dancer_of_god]

"All you need is hugs, da da da da da"- with apologies to the beatles

Someone who is wise and admirable once told me that "...it takes 2 handshakes, 7 hugs, 10 smiles, 5 hello's, 12 compliments, 1 thumbs up, and 3 sponatious acts of kindness a day to make a person happy. Whether you want to give or to get is up to you." This, I think, is true to a degree; it sort on depends upon what kind of person you are.

*If you like to get, then having these things done to you will make you happy.
*If you enjoy giving, then simply doing these things to others will give you a warm feeling inside.

Ever since I heard that, me and my friends hold a competition every once in a while to see who can get (or give) all these things first. Try it sometime at work, or where ever; there will be almost too much love! :together:

[Sagitta]

Very doable challenge!! Lot's of good karma floating around...da de da da... :)

[danceguy]

Good hugs are very theraputic and yes it is important to not be a "groper hugger" to someone, unless they are your main squeeze! :)

I get kind of annoyed when a lady gives me a "half hug". You know, they just put one arm around you and hug you sideways...their heart isn't facing you. Talk about being treated like a second rate citizen!

I always gives hugs after dates...good ones, bad ones, its just a way to say thank you for the ladies time. One woman gave me a handshake once after our date...boy was that rude! On another date, I once gave a good night hug to a lady that was...hmm...how do I say this...immensely "bathycolpian." I'd say she was in the high F to G category, and I'm not talking about the choir! I HAD to turn side ways to give her a hug...it just wasn't humanly possible otherwise.

Needless to say I was a bit scared...but I got over it. :)

Hugs to all!

ScorpionGuy

[salsachinita]

Someone who is wise and admirable once told me that "...it takes 2 handshakes, 7 hugs, 10 smiles, 5 hello's, 12 compliments, 1 thumbs up, and 3 sponatious acts of kindness a day to make a person happy. :together:

8) Cool 8) !

Hey, guys, let's see if us DF family members can give/get all these in a day!

[Swing Kitten]

I think I regularly come in a little low on the handshake quota.

[MadamSamba]

Yeah! Hugs to everyone!!!!

I've noticed that I've become a whole lot more physical since I started dancing. I don't hesitate to touch people any longer (on the arm or just in saying hello) and I don't mind hugging or being hugged so much! I don't get annoyed when people do it me any longer! :)

So yes, HUGS ARE GREAT!!!! There should be more of them...

[Danish Guy]

I've noticed that I've become a whole lot more physical since I started dancing.
The same thing here.

Warm hugs to my dance-forum friends :D :D :D

[pygmalion]

"All you need is hugs, da da da da da"- with apologies to the beatles

Someone who is wise and admirable once told me that "...it takes 2 handshakes, 7 hugs, 10 smiles, 5 hello's, 12 compliments, 1 thumbs up, and 3 sponatious acts of kindness a day to make a person happy. Whether you want to give or to get is up to you." This, I think, is true to a degree; it sort on depends upon what kind of person you are.

*If you like to get, then having these things done to you will make you happy.
*If you enjoy giving, then simply doing these things to others will give you a warm feeling inside.

Ever since I heard that, me and my friends hold a competition every once in a while to see who can get (or give) all these things first. Try it sometime at work, or where ever; there will be almost too much love! :together:

This is cool. I might have to print out this advice and keep it with me, whether I decide to give or receive! :D

[dancersdreamland]

"...it takes 2 handshakes, 7 hugs, 10 smiles, 5 hello's, 12 compliments, 1 thumbs up, and 3 sponatious acts of kindness a day to make a person happy. Whether you want to give or to get is up to you."

dancer_of_god - You are a truly extraordinary person with FANTASTIC wisdom and sound bites. Thank you for all your GREAT input in the Forums on dance and life.

I think I'll have to implement this immediately! :D

[dancer_of_god]

Alright, empower your self!

Yesterday, my boyfriend gave me a hug. Oh my gosh, I never thought something as simple as a hug could have such an effect on me. I was happy the rest of the day. :bouncy:
It's crazy, I don't know how it happened; one moment I was standing there, talking with him about how much my mom was getting on my nerves, and then I felt wanted, really wanted, by somebody else. It was..... cool, you might say.

LOVE TO ALL

[SDsalsaguy]

Right back at ya d_o_g... and *HUG*

[Dancegal]

Unfortunately, I don't get enough hugs :( - I like how the lead "hugs" the follow when doing the Lindy circle. I used to get dizzy initially but now I enjoy it (especially with the right lead :wink: ).

[Sagitta]

Be spontaneous and start hugging people!! After the first weird stares phase you start getting a lot more hugs!! :)

[MNswing]

A hug's a magic circle, around a happy feeling;
A very special gift that everybody finds appealing.

It's a present only you can give and every time you do,
The person that you're hugging gives a hug right back to you!

It requires no special training, no equipment or agility,
So every day's a perfect day to show your hug-ability!!!


(Just a little somethin' I memorized from 5th grade... the memory's still workin'!!) :D

[Sagitta]

Nice hugging verse MnSwing!! :)

I don't remember anything from 5th grade, that I can pin to 5th grade anyways... :(

[Swing Kitten]

Be spontaneous and start hugging people!! After the first weird stares phase you start getting a lot more hugs!! :)

now are we talking strangers here? I'm picturing cashiers and random pedestrians :roll:

[Pacion]

I like hugs :banana: :lol:

There was someone I used to know that gave the most incredible hugs. He was taller than me (not very difficult :roll: :lol: ) and would lift me off the ground and squeeze. It was so good, and he was so obliging :lol: I would ask for seconds :lol:

[Sagitta]

Hmmm. When I see you I know what you're going to get. :wink: :)

[Sabor]

[singing]Hug.. Hug me do

u know i'll hug u

i'll always be true

so pleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeease

HUG ME DO-O-OOOO[singing] :mrgreen:

[pygmalion]

There's nothing quite like a sincere hug from a friend ... :friend: :D

[Kali Ma]

I'm new here, but can I hug you all, anyway? Ah, what the hey --come to my arms, my beamish boys and girls!

I am a hug-aholic! I'm generally pretty touchy-feely, in any case, because I realised quite early in my life how essential platonic touching was (and is) to my well-being. I still find it rather disappointing that many Germans don't really go in for much hugging...there's much more of that kiss-on-each-cheek thingy, at least among West Germans. I was told by a friend of mine that it was common in East Germany for people to shake hands with immediate family members (put 'er there, Mom!), but hugging was not really the done thing. :(

[mhgroove]

I must admit growing up I wasn't much of a hugger. However, I've always keen to someone who had a strong sense of touch.

Since I've been salsa dancing, I've become much more of a hugger. I know there are different types of hugs. But, I'm learning to give sincere & warm hugs. I believe the sense of touch is so much more powerful than it's given credit for.

For example, last night I was at a business mixer here in San Antonio. One of the hosts, whom I've met on a few occasions came over to talk to me. She gave me a hug that was so warm..I felt it inside! Wow!! It made me comment...WOW that was a hug! No sexual overtones...just a warm hug that delighted me inside.

Now, I was with a group of people when this woman hugged me and one of the other women noticed the look on my face after the hug. She made a comment about the women's breasts. (Yes, they were large) That almost ruined the moment for me. Because it had nothing to do with that.

To make a long story short..Hugging is important and necessary!!!!!

[dancin_feet]

I think one of the main reasons I started dancing again was for the physical contact. I really needed the contact with another human being to liven up my soul.

I love hugs, but don't get anywhere near enough. :D

(((hugs))) to you all!!

[peachexploration]

Right back at 'ya, D_F. :friend:

[etchuck]

Only my friends.

[Pacion]

Seeing as the UK had National Kissing Day on Tuesday, I think that tomorrow should be "Dance Forums National Hugging Day"



if no one objects :? :lol: :banana: As Sabor said/sang "Hug, hug me do!" :lol:

[Danoo]

GIVES EVERY1 A HUG

[MacMoto]

Seeing as the UK had National Kissing Day on Tuesday, I think that tomorrow should be "Dance Forums National Hugging Day"
It's tomorrow now :wink:, so to mark the Dance Forums National Hugging Day, here's a big virtual HUG to you all. :Dx

[Pacion]

Hugs back to you MacMoto, Danoo and everyone here at DF! :friend:

[squirrel]

lots of hugs!!!