National Hugging Day 2025 Date, History and Significance: Here’s What You Should Know About the Day That Encourages People To Express Themselves Through Hugs
National Hugging Day promotes the physical, emotional, and social benefits of hugging, such as reducing stress, improving mood, and fostering a sense of bonding. Hugging releases oxytocin, often called the 'love hormone,' which helps reduce stress, anxiety, and feelings of loneliness.