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“I’d like to give you a hug, here’s my number…” “Hey baby good to see you.” “Are you ok – let’s HUG.” “Good job on that report Phil – (hug).” Sound like some guys trying to pick up on the opposite sex or some inner office sexual harassment? These are actually quotes from men to other men in the work place, at social gatherings, etc… no kidding.
Do I know you well enough to hug you? As I’m saying hello or goodbye this is the question going through my mind. The Denver Post is dedicating some time to this issue and I for one applaud it. According to all of the current scientific data man is changing. We are becoming more outward with our male to male affection.
I say go ahead and hug, why not, it feels good. I think it’s great to see social changes like this. However, not everyone agrees or at least is open to this kind of affection. Two men the article sights are Kory Floyd of ArizonaState University and Mark Morman of University in Waco, TX. They both study the male hug among other things. Now there’s a job I need. “Yes I’ve got a PHD and I study the male hug!” Yet one more reason to stay in school!
So you’re asking your self when is it ok to hug? I’ve got the remedy for you. I’ve created this handy little chart on how, when, and where a hug and the particular style apply. Credit the scientific community for the data on this card.
Click here for the “Hug how to card”
With the male hug on the rise it’s hard to believe the world will be at war or at odds with each other for much longer. This is the good news! But what about the male / female hug? When is it ok to hug women, single or married? And how far down the back should my hand reach? Or here’s a good question I just thought of; the male blow job – is this a just reward when a friend or colleague does a favor or a good job? I’m not sure the scientific community has covered all the bases. It’s a good thing I’m out here doing the research.
Every Friday night I’ll be holding a hug observation/appropriate touching clinic. Participants should send their resumes and other clinical trial experience to me at: hug-a-fellow@mentalhealthfood.com
If you’d like to check out the article in the Denver Post… http://www.denverpost.com/style/ci_2740289
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