Ever felt the comfort of a warm hand on your shoulder when you’re struggling? Evidence shows that even momentary touches can communicate emotion or change mood and behavior, sometimes more effectively than words!
“It is the first language we learn,” said Dacher Keltner, a professor of psychology at the UC Berkeley, and the author of “Born to Be Good: The Science of a Meaningful Life” (Norton, 2009), and remains “our richest means of emotional expression.” The human touch helps set off the release of oxytocin, a hormone that creates a sensation of trust and well-being, and reduces levels of stress.
A quick hug, fist pound, high five or belly bump goes a long way toward brightening your day!
“It is the first language we learn,” said Dacher Keltner, a professor of psychology at the UC Berkeley, and the author of “Born to Be Good: The Science of a Meaningful Life” (Norton, 2009), and remains “our richest means of emotional expression.” The human touch helps set off the release of oxytocin, a hormone that creates a sensation of trust and well-being, and reduces levels of stress.
A quick hug, fist pound, high five or belly bump goes a long way toward brightening your day!
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