Something surprising happened recently to Mia Schachter, a consent educator, podcaster and intimacy coordinator who founded the school Consent Wizardry. “I met a completely new person, and I put out ...

National Hugging Day is observed every year on Jan 21 to promote hugging, connection. Started in 1986 by Rev. Kevin Zaborney, the day encourages people to show care with simple hugs. Research suggests ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Wherever you go, you see people hugging. They're giving all kinds of hugs like hello hugs, good to see you hugs, goodbye hugs, ‘I love you’ hugs, and encouragement hugs. Did you ...

From handshakes to hugs, etiquette experts unpack how to avoid awkward missteps in a consent-conscious, multicultural world.

If someone's dodging hugs, it's probably has nothing to do with you. There are three types of people in this world: those who are overly affectionate, those who tolerate affection, and those who run ...

Hugs make us feel better. Sometimes when we feel down and out, a heartfelt hug from a friend can save the day. Moreover, getting a hug before a stressful situation like a job interview or an exam may ...