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It feels good to hug and be hugged not to mention the health benefits that go with it. Nevertheless, hugging is a personal choice that differs for individuals.
Having this in mind will enable you not to feel hurt when someone declines you a hug.
To avoid awkward situations, here are some tips you could use:
Read the other person’s signal
Do not rush into a hug, assuming that it is okay. Take a pause and study the other person’s body language. Is he or she standing upright or leaning towards you?
Ask for permission
You might start to wonder...