I’ve always been a fan of hugging, when I feel down I just go ask someone for a hug and it never failed to make me feel better. I’ve always wondered why is that, and it turned out it has scientific reasons behind it. However, I’ll only tell you the benefits of a hug. Here you go!!

1-It increases your sense of trust

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2-Makes you feel secure

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3-Boosts your Immunity

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4-Boosts your Self-worth, Self confidence and Self-esteem.

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5-Removes any feelings of loneliness

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6-Takes away any pain

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7-Relaxes and soothes you

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8-Elevates your mood

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9-It’s a universal language. Everyone can understand a hug.

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10-You learn to share everything even your emotions

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11-Drives your stress away

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And The best thing about a hug is that it can be with anyone or anything and there isn’t a proper time for it.