the power of touch

I was reading the July/August issue of Women's Health, and I came across an article about the power of touch. The article says that researchers at the University of California at Berkeley conducted a study and found that "the more couples touched during the interview and the longer then contact was, the happier they were with their bond." It's quite simple: touch the one you love.


For me, this study hit home. I finally figured out my love languages and what makes me happy, and they consist of touching and my significant other expressing his feelings... as well as the usual gift or two. I mean, come on, I'm a girl. But, there's nothing better than a warm embrace and a quick kiss. It's the little things in life.


I loved reading this article and found some interesting information. WH contributor Amy Beal writes, "Scientists say that even a fleeting, casual touch triggers the release of the feel-good hormone oxytocin." I've always thought that a good, warm hug is the best cure for sadness, anxiety or a long day at work.


Think all that chest bumping and butt slapping is quite weird for male sports? Oddly enough, Beal reports that with more contact, the team members are more effective and perform better, even if it's a simple high five.


I think I will start touching people more. If it makes the other person and myself feel good, then I'm all for it. Reducing stress and increasing those ever wonderful happy feelings? I'm game. I love giving and receiving hugs, and holding hands. Perhaps I'll even ask my boyfriend to give me a massage soon. :)

why not?

I've considered creating my own blog for a while now, so here I go.

I want to write about the randomness of my life and the things that I love, or don't so much love, if need be.

I recently started a new chapter in my life and moved to South Carolina. It's super hot down here. The past few days it's been a steady 100 degrees. Summer down here is great though, despite the heat, and I basically live on Lake Murray every weekend, which certainly doesn't suck. :) Below is a picture I took a few summers ago.

I graduated with a double major from UNCC in English and International Public Relations. I loved college, and I worked for all that I earned. 

I don't have a job right now, but I'm looking. I've also thought about going to law school. It's all up in the air at this point. I need something productive to do while at home on my job search, so here I am.

Sometimes it feels like we're hamsters on one of those big wheels, expect our big wheel is real life. Regardless, we just have to keep a positive attitude and stay motivated and the right thing will come along.