Posted by lucie lu on October 15, 2008, at 17:21:35
In reply to hugs in therapy, posted by Amanda29 on October 15, 2008, at 17:05:32
Amanda,
Your post made me feel very sad. I also crave hugs, especially when I am feeling bad, but I can get them from my family. It is too bad that your family doesn't seem to believe in them. I believe that hugs have great potential for healing. I am sure that this is hard-wired into us as a species. I wouldn't be surprised if hugs actually release endorphins, which make you feel happy.
It is nice that your T can accommodate some hugs, but you're right, that cannot and should not be your regular supply. Do you have the opportunity (or inclination) to work with young children? Kids are fantastic and enthusiastic huggers. I have also heard volunteers to nursing homes say that many of those residents also crave hugs too. Like you, many no longer have opportunities to hug and they sorely miss it. So if you're so inclined, you might consider volunteering to work with such populations. The warmth you get from things like that is almost a hug, anyway.
Here's a virtual hug from me
(((((((((((((Amanda)))))))))))))
Hope you're feeling better soon,
Lucie
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