{"id":3239,"date":"2012-01-18T10:46:31","date_gmt":"2012-01-18T15:46:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.beliefnet.com\/ourladyofweightloss\/?p=3239"},"modified":"2012-01-20T07:35:21","modified_gmt":"2012-01-20T12:35:21","slug":"national-hugging-day-11-tips-full-frontal-hugging","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/ourladyofweightloss\/2012\/01\/national-hugging-day-11-tips-full-frontal-hugging.html","title":{"rendered":"National Hugging Day: 11 Tips – Full Frontal Hugging"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Trees Hug Too<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

National Hugging Day<\/strong>, which has become an internationally recognized observation that embraces<\/em> hugging (pardon the pun), is but three days away (Saturday, January 21).\u00a0 So, I thought it a good time to roll out and review The Rules of The Full Frontal Hug<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The Rules of the Full Frontal Hug<\/strong><\/p>\n

1.\u00a0 Ask First:<\/strong>\u00a0 Not everyone is into hugging.\u00a0 Go figure. Who knows why.\u00a0 Maybe it’s because they previously experienced a hug from someone who wasn’t familiar with the Rules of the Full Frontal Hug<\/strong>, who hadn’t practiced oral hygiene (see below).\u00a0 Whatever the reason, we must respect each other, so ask first.\u00a0 “Want a hug?” -or- “Can I have a hug?”\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

2. Oral Hygiene<\/strong>: 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!<\/p>\n

3. Body Hygiene<\/strong>: Do you smell good? Did you workout and you\u2019re all sweaty? Something to consider, no?<\/p>\n

4. Eye Contact<\/strong>: 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.<\/p>\n

5. The Gentle Lean<\/strong>: Best to lean in gently and slowly as you wrap your arms around the \u2018huggee,\u2019 lest you overwhelm them.<\/p>\n

6. The Positioning of the Arms<\/strong>: Either above or below the other person\u2019s arms is acceptable. Needless to say, if their arms are hanging by their sides, straight down stiff, get out quick.<\/p>\n

7. No Squishing, No Bear Hugs<\/strong>: Remember, this is a gentle, sweet hug. Firm is one thing, but squishing is another! And bear hugs \u2026 for goodness sake, we\u2019re not trying to knock the breath out of eachother!<\/p>\n

8. No Back Patting<\/strong>: Back patting can lead to burping and it\u2019s just not good feng shui. Breaks the loving energy!<\/p>\n

9. Let Go, Already<\/strong>:\u00a0 When the huggee begins to let go, you let go as well.<\/p>\n

10.\u00a0 This Is NOT Sex<\/strong>:\u00a0 The hug is a way of communicating friendly affection, concern, and support.\u00a0 Leave it at that!<\/p>\n

11. Virtual Hugs<\/strong>: \u00a0 Virtual hugs are always available!\u00a0 Join the Kick in the Tush Club<\/em><\/a>, a warm, happy, and supportive world that welcomes you with open arms.<\/p>\n

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