Touch

Touch is communication. It is love, it is aggression. It is always meaningful. When offered and accepted consensually, physical touch is one of the most beautiful and healing gifts we can give each other.

Yet, modern life seems to be pushing us towards neglecting, even outright avoiding it. We walk around literally starved for physical contact and this affects our physical, emotional and mental wellbeing. When have you last had a proper hug? When have you last given one?

Humans cannot live without physical contact. Family hugs, friend hugs, sex, partner dancing, massage - have all the touch you can. Then have some more. Have it and give it. Our lives do depend on it.