Heal yourself with a hug; know benefits of 'jaadu ki jhappi'
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Heal yourself with a hug; know benefits of 'jaadu ki jhappi'

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Heal yourself with a hug; know benefits of 'jaadu ki jhappi' Humans are born with a desire for physical affection and are socialised to crave it. As per renowned self-compassion researcher Kristin Neff, PhD, research has shown that self-compassion can lower cortisol levels, improve overall well-being, and even increase mindful acceptance and self-esteem. Some adults were exposed to the common cold virus and monitored for symptoms- but not only did they get sick less often than others before them; those who had received hugging treatments early on in life showed much fewer signs of illness when infected later on. The release of the joy hormone oxytocin during a hug also induces feelings of love and compassion, furthering the emotional bond between two people.

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