Hugging myself
I think a little while ago I saw on these forums someone mentioning about hugging your ownself. I found it a bit odd and had no plans of trying.
This morning I was lying in bed and I dont know why or how - subconsciously perhaps - I put my hands around my shoulders like I was hugging myself. And I don't know what it was about - but I felt instantly soothed and safe. It was such a good feeling. Only then did I realise how much anxiety I'm normally functioning on that the calm felt so amazing.
Its interesting. I always thought hugging was about another person involved. Or at most - hugging a blanket or a teddy bear - was a close resemblance of that act. But - hugging yourself was another level of peace.
I have only done it once and will do it again to see if it always works or just this one time.
What are your experiences?
@Creamyyy Awwww, reading your post just made me smile soooo big!!! Hugging yourself is so sweet and special. I do it often myself! Thank you for sharing your experience with hugging yourself and showing yourself some love! I also wanted to let you know that I am so proud of you for trying something new! There's so many great benefits to hugging! Sending a huge big hug your way to store in your back pocket in case you need it later. 🤗🩷
Thank you so much 💛💛💛
@YourCaringConfidant
@Creamyyy
Sending you a hug 💜 I'll take a hug in any format it comes in 😁
@Creamyyy
I heard about this today!!!!! A butterfly hug 🦋 I’ve yet to try. Often I say “I just need a hug” I think we all do at some times. Nice to know it can be just as beneficial 🤗
Thank you for the ghost hug. Yes I can feel it. Hugs you back. 💛
Thanks for telling me about "butterfly hug". It is lovely by its title only. And very peaceful feeling. I tried.
@peachThinker662
@Creamyyy
Yes!
It's just comforting in a way because no one understands you better than you understand yourself!
