Category Archives: Well Being

International Happiness Day 20th March 2013

Posted on March 23, 2013 by Navigator

I left my house and as I walked around the corner I instantly regretted not putting thermals on under my clothes – a bitterly cold March day saw the first International Happiness Day bring a little sunshine by way of … Continue reading →

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Hugging Japan

Posted on October 30, 2011 by Navigator

In 2001 I flew to Japan for a 3 day orientation program for about 150 teenagers aged 16 to 18, who were about to study for a high school year abroad in either Australia, New Zealand, the USA, Canada or … Continue reading →

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Camden Free Hugs 9th August 2011

Posted on August 9, 2011 by Navigator

Follow us on Twitter @guerrillahugs The last few days in London have been scary, the constant sound of sirens, the tension building as the day draws to a close, the daylight looting, the fires, lost homes, livelihoods and businesses. I … Continue reading →

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London Bridge

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Navigator

A warm early evening in London, what better way to spend it then to offer free hugs to everyone on and around London Bridge? The guerrilla team settled them selves at the corner of Duke Hill Street and London Bridge … Continue reading →

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RSA Events – Flourish

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Navigator

Martin Seligman the author of Flourish and one of the people who coined the term Positive Psychology gave a talk on the aspects of his book on the 6th July 2011 at the RSA. The room was packed and the … Continue reading →

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Guerrilla Hugs – Picnic

Posted on April 30, 2011 by Navigator

Hello Huggers & Friends! We are going to be offering free hugs on the 15th May and after having a picnic! If you would like to come email: guerrillahugs@gmail.com for details!   We will only have 5/6 dedicated huggers but … Continue reading →

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South Bank Hugs!

Posted on April 21, 2011 by Navigator

A serendipitous meeting at Brick lane with the film’s director, maker and driving force Menelik Shabazz resulted in a dream come true for me, I was to be in the same room as Janet Kay the singer of, yes, my … Continue reading →

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The Power of Touch

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Navigator

By Gary Wilson and Marnia Robinson Waiting for a concert to begin at our local county fair, we checked out a reptile exhibit that included an animal trainer with a live alligator resting calmly on his lap. As we stroked … Continue reading →

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Can I give you a hug?

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Suzanne

We perform physical activity to keep our lungs active and our heart strong.  We’re encouraged to eat more fruit and fibre, and a low cholesterol diet for heart and colon health.  And for the largest organ in our body … … Continue reading →

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The importance of touch for young people

Posted on March 1, 2011 by KIP Education

Charlotte Downey Laughter, stress, guilt, fear, etc. are all emotions that produce chemical reactions in the body. The loving touch of a mother/guardian can produce comfort and joy. I am filled with concern when I think of the young people … Continue reading →

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