Topics Friends & social life

Is it normal to dislike hugs?

Yep.Totally normal

Yes, it’s completely normal to dislike hugs. People differ in how comfortable they are with touch, and you don’t need a special reason to prefer a little personal space.

Some people find hugs comforting; others find them awkward, overwhelming, or just not their thing. Sensory preferences, mood, culture, and who’s doing the hugging can all play a part—and plenty of people feel differently in different situations.

You can say, “I’m not much of a hugger,” or offer a wave or fist bump instead. You don’t owe anyone physical affection just to be polite.

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