Hugs are not just a symbolic gesture of friendship, trust, or support.
The body responds to such contact with loved ones by improving its mental and physical well-being.
Let's find out what changes happen to a person when he is hugged, and what lonely people should do.
The benefits of hugs
1. The stress level in the body decreases and cortisol is replaced by the happiness hormone, oxytocin.
2. At the physical level, there is a strengthening of the immune system, which was discovered through simple observation.
It turns out that people who hug frequently get sick less often.
3. At the same time, the level of anxiety decreases, and the person no longer feels lonely.
4. At the same time, self-esteem can grow, and the awareness that a person is valued and loved.
How to be lonely people
Sometimes you want to feel the warmth of friends and loved ones, but there is no such opportunity. In such situations, you can try to deceive the brain.
1. If possible, you can take up dancing or yoga, which will allow you to constantly interact with other people – this is also important.
2. You can get a cat or a dog, who are no less willing to share their warmth and good mood.
Note that pets do this selflessly, and this is worth a lot.
3. If there are no other options, you can wrap yourself in a warm and soft blanket, hug a pillow or a soft toy.
Approximately the same effect occurs if you dress in warm clothes made of natural wool.
Previously, we talked about how to use stress to your advantage.
