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The Magic of Touch

11/18/2015

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We need 4 hugs a day for survival, 8 for maintenance and 12 for growth, according to psychotherapist Virginia Satir... and science agrees. Research shows that a loving touch lowers blood pressure, relieves anxiety, reduces stress, strengthens our immune system, helps us bond with others, and boosts our physical and emotional health.

So why not give it a try? I did...

I learned this years ago and had myself a little experiment. My family and I were not huggers but, one day as I arrived for my usual Sunday visit, I told them about
reading this 4 hugs for maintenance thing and wanted to give it a try. So we did. It was a little awkward at first, especially as an adult hugging my adult brothers, aunts and grandparents for "no special reason," but it stuck. Now, when I go home for a visit and forget to hug someone - even my very manly, 38-year-old, 6'2" brother - I get a "hey, where's my hug!?" These days, we all hug to say hello as well as bid farewell - that's 2 hugs per person, really adding them up! Not to mention how incredibly priceless each and every one of those hugs has become now that my grandfather has passed; I'm so grateful I took the opportunity when I did. When I picture him now, I see him with a big smile and arms wide open, waiting for his hug. <3 

Your turn. Hug someone today, hug everyone. Hold your honey's hand. Rub your child's back. Place your hand on your friend's arm as you talk with them. Get a massage. Give a massage. Not only is it wonderful for your health and theirs, but who couldn't use a little reconnecting in this disconnected world.

Let me know how it goes!


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Take Control of Your Destiny

11/10/2015

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Knowing what you desire, require and deserve - what you will and will not settle for, what you want and need - is the first step in taking control of your life, your happiness and your destiny. 

 * What makes you smile?
 * What makes you feel safe?
 * What fills your heart with pure joy?
 * What fulfills you?
 * What brings you peace?


Now go out and do it, do more of it, create it, go after it... and do not settle for anything less. If you desire it, start requiring it, and know you deserve it! YOU ARE WORTHY of all the abundance, love, joy, money, beauty, comfort, adventure, connection, freedom, intimacy and peace that you desire, require and deserve. 

Aho!


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