In general, we find that most people are willing to respect each other’s personal space. That’s why we find it confusing that so many people think it’s rude not to reciprocate hugs. On the contrary, we think it’s disrespectful to assume everyone should be obligated to accept a hug. If you prefer to avoid hugs, you’re far from alone. You should always have control over who gets to touch you and who doesn’t. A lot of us prefer to participate only in meaningful hugs with direct family or a significant other, so it feels weird when strangers or mere acquaintances demand … Continue reading “A Non-Hugger’s Guide to Setting Boundaries and Avoiding Hugs”
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