Hug for health! - Abrazo Colectivo in Barcelona
The phenomena of flashmobs have changed a lot by today. After unexpected, breath-taking dance shows and pillow battles, here comes the newest edition of these events: this Saturday is the day of the Collective Hugs, or in Spanish: Abrazo Colectivo. In a world full of stress, deadlines and tension, what better could happen to you than a half-an-hour-long hug? Forget about the everyday running and live for the moment for a while! Come alone or with friends, you can be sure that there will be someone to hug. Wow, hugging someone who I don´t know? Isn´t it a bit weird? At the first moment, maybe… But then we realize that it is what we really need. Don´t believe? Here are some scientific facts that prove that hugs are the best medicines. 1. Hugs increase oxytocin levels immediately. The sufficient amount of oxytocin is essential as it is responsible to feel emotionally balanced –it decrease the feeling of loneliness, isolation and anger. 2. Hugs increase serotonin levels...