National Hugging Day: 11 Tips – Full Frontal Hugging
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National Hugging Day, which has become an internationally recognized observation that embraces hugging (pardon the pun), is but three days away. So, I thought it a good time to roll out and review The Rules of The Full Frontal Hug.
The Rules of the Full Frontal Hug
1. Ask First: Not everyone is into hugging. Go figure. Who knows why. Maybe it’s because they previously experienced a hug from someone who wasn’t familiar with the Rules of the Full Frontal Hug, who hadn’t practiced oral hygiene (see below). Whatever the reason, we must respect each other, so ask first. “Want a hug?” -or- “Can I have a hug?”
2. Oral Hygiene: When was the last time you brushed your teeth? Gargled? Flossed? What did you last eat? Is the smell of onion still lingering? No matter how advanced a hugger you may be, no matter how good your style, onion-breath is a deal breaker. Good Oral Hygiene is an absolute must!
3. Body Hygiene: Do you smell good? Did you workout and you’re all sweaty? Something to consider, no?
4. Eye Contact: You definitely want to make eye contact with someone before you hug it out! Friendly hugs require a brief eye-to-eye. Romantic hugs require a long-lasting simmer and a bit of a raised eye-brown.
5. The Gentle Lean: Best to lean in gently and slowly as you wrap your arms around the ‘huggee,’ lest you overwhelm them.
6. The Positioning of the Arms: Either above or below the other person’s arms is acceptable. Needless to say, if their arms are hanging by their sides, straight down stiff, get out quick.
7. No Squishing, No Bear Hugs: Remember, this is a gentle, sweet hug. Firm is one thing, but squishing is another! And bear hugs … for goodness sake, we’re not trying to knock the breath out of eachother!
8. No Back Patting: Back patting can lead to burping and it’s just not good feng shui. Breaks the loving energy!
9. Let Go, Already: When the huggee begins to let go, you let go as well.
10. This Is NOT Sex: The hug is a way of communicating friendly affection, concern, and support. Leave it at that!
11. Virtual Hugs: Virtual hugs are always available! Join the Kick in the Tush Club, a warm, happy, and supportive world that welcomes you with open arms.
What a great day! This is an opportunity to give and to receive. Give a hug, and you automatically receive one in return. Sure, someone might not hug back. But, how often does that happen!?!
Hugs are loving. Hugs are therapeutic. Hugs are caring. Hugs are celebratory. Hugs make you feel good inside. Have you ever received a hug from someone who didn't care? I didn't think so. That's proof positive that you're loved and cared about.
Celebrate today by giving hugs to family, friends and loved ones. You'll love the warm feeling you get.
Spread the word … NOT the icing,
Janice
1월21일이 "국립포옹일"이다. 벌써 아주 요란하다. 물론 우리 나라 얘긴 아니다. 그러나이미 국제적으로 큰 관심을 나타내며 행해지고 있다. 아주 먼 내 어린젊은 시절 페루 출장길에 어느 가정의 딸얘로부터 첫대면인사 포옹을 받은 적이 있었었다. 헌데 그게 워낙 생소한 것이라 아직도 내 기억 위에 차갑게떠있다. 목 위는 앞쪽 얼굴정면으로 다가니오는 데 가슴 아래부분은 그에 역비례하여 오히려 뒤로 빠져나갔다.
얼마나 멋진 기회인가, 얼마나 기다리던 날인가. 국립포옹일"에 즈음한 포옹의 10원칙을 열거하고 있다. 포옹은 애정이다. 포옹은 관심이다. 포롱은 마음의 기쁨이다. 포옹은 내면의 치유다. 포옹은 주고주고 또 받고받는 관계개선이다. 포옹은애정을 교환하는 긍정의 행위다. 친구가족식구연인 가까운 지인들에게 '포옹'을 조고 받으며 "설"을 맞는 것이 어이 즐겁지 아니하겠는가.
10원칙 함쯤 읽어볼만하다 그 가운데 유독 "정면으로 완전히 포옹하라"가 맘에 쏙 든다. 세상살이 관심표현 첫인사 등의 포옹표현 방법도ㅅㅔ월을따라 보다 육감?적으로 변화되었ㅇ나보다.
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