I think a nice firm hug feels good. It energizes me. It makes me feel loved and secure- even if from a virtual stranger.
Studies show that affection given to children makes a huge difference in the people they become. It affects their body chemistry and ultimately, who they become in life and their physical as well as mental health.
As Frederick Douglass noted, “It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.”
Check out this article here about the topic.
