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- Free Mom Hugs is a 501(c)3 organization that advocates for the equality of the LGBTQ+ community by providing resources, education, and support
- Mama Bears and Free Mom Hugs often work together to offer support to parents of LGBTQ+ kids and the LGBTQ+ community
- Visit the Free Mom Hugs Website for more info
Then, How do you refuse a hug? You can always say, in a firm but polite voice, “I’m just not a hugger!” You can also always say, in a self-deprecating tone, “You know me, cold as ice, hates hugs! Ha,” and then give a high-five, instead
What happens when you hug someone for 20 seconds? When people hug for 20 seconds or more, the feel-good hormone oxytocin is released which creates a stronger bond and connection between the huggers Oxytocin has been shown to boost the immune system and reduce stress
in the same way, When was Pride Month created? LGBT Pride Month First, President Bill Clinton declared June “Gay & Lesbian Pride Month” in 1999 and 2000 Then from 2009 to 2016, each year he was in office, President Barack Obama declared June LGBT Pride Month Later, President Joe Biden declared June LGBTQ+ Pride Month in 2021
How do you ask for a hug without being awkward? Do you want to hug? Creative ways to ask for a hug
- “Can I hug you?”
- “Can you hug me?”
- “Can you give me a little hug?”
- “Would it be okay if I gave you a hug?”
- “Would you like me to wrap my arms around you?”
- “Would you be willing to give me a hug right now?”
- “Would you be into a side hug?”
- “Want a hug?”
Is it rude to decline a hug?
Saying no to someone asking for a hug is absolutely valid in any situation However, since you gave this person hugs in the past, the fact that you suddenly refuse to do so might confuse him So instead of telling him “no” just after he asked for a hug, I would suggest to not wait for the hug proposition
How do you hug without being awkward?
A guide to avoiding awkward hugs
- ONE: Hone your technique A bear hug is not an appropriate social hug
- TWO: Avoid the prolonged hug
- THREE: Try not to ask first
- FOUR: Choose your moment
- FIVE: Consider your target
- SIX: Hugs should be mutual
- SEVEN: Not everyone relishes the hug
- EIGHT: The unwanted hug
When did free mom hugs start?
Sara Cunningham began her journey of becoming an advocate of the LGBTQIA+ community through her relationship with her gay son She founded Free Mom Hugs in 2014 and since that time many parents and allies across the country joined the movement to accept, love and support the LGBTQIA community
Who is Sarah Cunningham?
Sarah Cunningham was born on September 8, 1918 in Greenville, South Carolina, USA She was an actress, known for Jagged Edge (1985), The Cowboys (1972) and Black Like Me (1964) She was married to John Randolph She died on March 24, 1986 in Los Angeles, California, USA
