Hugs are a powerful expression of trust and affection. They are also surprisingly impactful thanks to their effect on our emotions through the release of oxytocin. Here are 10 reasons why you need to hug every day.
1. Hugs Can Help to Treat Insomnia and Anxiety
Lack of sleep can create a long list of secondary health issues that can disrupt the body’s normal function, and increase the risk of serious medical problems like heart attacks. Studies have found that sleeping with weighted blankets helps insomnia and anxiety.Weighted blankets are filled with plastic poly pellets and weigh between 15 and 30 pounds. They work by relaxing the nervous system via extra pressure—a form of deep touch therapy. Deep touch pressure is the type of surface pressure that is felt when we touch, hold, or stroke others, or when we pet animals.
