We need four hugs a day for survival. We need eight hugs a day for maintenance. We need twelve hugs a day for growth. -Virginia Satir You may not think of touch as a human need. But it is. We actually ...

Hug Day is celebrated on February 12. The day celebrates an embrace that love, care, and devotion, and remains the focus of this day. Hug is the kind of gesture that transcends words and instantly ...

Friday, January 21 is National Hugging Day. Family therapist Virginia Satir has said, “We need four hugs a day to survive, eight hugs to keep us as we are, and 12 hugs to grow.” But while Satir had ...

As the world continues to embrace the digital age, it's easy to forget the simple yet profound gestures that carry immense emotional weight. One such gesture is the hug — a timeless expression of love ...

We've long heard that an apple a day is a needed component for good health. Proper nutrition and good food choices should definitely be a priority. However, equally important to good overall health is ...

Every year, on January 4th, people across the nation take a moment to celebrate National Hug a Newsperson Day. This special occasion presents a unique opportunity for communities to express gratitude ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Perhaps you were not raised in an affectionate family and hugging may seem foreign. If so, it is time to reconsider the value of ...

ST. LOUIS, Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Did you know the average person gives six hugs a day?* At Build-A-Bear Workshop®, we believe there's always room for more, which is why we're celebrating ...