4-th of December is traditionally an  International Day of Hugs or World Hug Day

There are several unwritten rules in force on this holiday:

• You can not be offended by the hugs given by a stranger.
• Do not forbid your loved one to hug other people.
• You can not cuddle with evil intentions and/or without emotions...

A Few Facts Proving That Hugs are Not the Only Pleasant but Useful:

✅  Hugs improve well-being

When you touch another person, oxytocin is produced, which gives a feeling of tenderness and warmth.

✅  Hugs normalize blood pressure

The moment someone touches you, pressure receptors, the so-called Pacini bodies, which send a signal to the vagus nerve, are activated, resulting in a decrease in blood pressure.

✅  Hugs help to fight phobias

Psychologists found that hugs (no matter with a person, a cat, a soft toy) comfort and reduce fears.

Don't forget to greet your Ukrainian lady and send her at least a virtual warm hug while you have a chat! ;)