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In reply to the discussion: The power of a hug [View all]

Doreen

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3. I have not had a hug or any kind of touch since social distancing came into place.
Sun Apr 19, 2020, 05:40 PM
Apr 2020

I think in fact it started just before it was official.

I am one of those people who hugs, sits close to others, touches people's hands, Pats someone on the back, arm, or head, or rub someone's back.

The people I know are the same way.

I have been noticing just the last few days that even though I am out because I have to help others who are more susceptible to this than I am that I feel alone. No being near people and no touching in any way. I do not know what to call this bad feeling but I not only am feeling disconnected with the outside world but feeling disconnected with my true self.

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The power of a hug [View all] littlemissmartypants Apr 2020 OP
I like to hug my wife. We hug a lot, so, yeah I agree with this, anecdotally of course. cayugafalls Apr 2020 #1
K&R sheshe2 Apr 2020 #2
I have not had a hug or any kind of touch since social distancing came into place. Doreen Apr 2020 #3
Virtual Hug Kitchari Apr 2020 #4
Aww, virtual hug to you too. Doreen Apr 2020 #7
"Skin Hunger" is a real thing Kitchari Apr 2020 #5
Missing the hugs! Canoe52 Apr 2020 #6
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