29/07/2026
🚨Long Post Alert🚨
I debated for a long time if I wanted to make this post or not. But I figured it may be for someone. So here goes….😮💨
During my morning walk today, I had the overwhelming urge telling me that I needed to give out free hugs.
At a time when people are lacking connection and dealing with things they choose not to talk about, a hug can make the biggest difference. Scientifically speaking, a hug held for at least 10 seconds will trigger the feel-good neurochemicals like endorphins and oxytocin. (The Happiness Hormones) I recommend at least 20 seconds tho. 🥰
I didn’t want to do it, but this wasn’t about me. There was someone or people that needed this. So I was obedient. I came home, made this sign and headed out. I was led to of the busiest streets in town and between 12:30pm and 1:30pm (lunch hour 🤦🏽♀️). I stood on the sidewalk waving at passersby holding my sign. At first I was so nervous and literally shaking. But I kept my composure and kept praying. I was out there for a reason and I didn’t want to not be there for them.
I ended up giving out 9 hugs today. And one person came back and gave me this rose. 🥲
I met the person that I feel like I was there to meet and I am grateful I could make a small difference in their life. I pray that they know that God has not forgotten them. And that He’s heard their prayers.
When people are going through things you don’t have to try to figure out what to say. Just ask them if they need a hug. But don’t just hug them, embrace them. And help the release what they are carrying, often in silence.
