National Hugging Day

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Send a hug today, or to be more precise on the 21st of January. Why? Well, it’s hugging day! “Who?” anyone of course. Hug your best friend, hug your neighbor, hug a stranger, hug your mailman! The 21st of January is a day to celebrate, it’s the day to spread joy and happiness all within one little hug.

The holiday started in 1986 in Caro Michigan, and ever since it has been a day to celebrate and enjoy the pleasure of sharing their happiness with someone. The 21st of January was picked because that is the mid-point between Christmas and Valentines Day, two holidays that are known for expressing with love and happiness.

Hugging Day is one day that is dedicated to making you and others around you feel happy. I strongly encourage everyone who wants to spread happiness to all make and wear a badge that reads “FREE HUGS” that way everyone can experience the joy of National Hug Day.