Touching can make your immune system stronger and your mood lighter. The more touches you give or receive, the better you feel. Touching is a necessity for a healthy life. When we touch, be it a gentle pat, hug or massage, we receive various benefits. A half-hour massage can boost your immune system and lessen stress making you feel calmer and happier.

Our need for human contact is necessary, babies who are not touched fail to grow normally. A hug  or massage is a great, anti-stress remedy, as spiritually healing as hours of meditation. The person massaging or hugging you has the power, with their touch, to free you from the tyranny of your restless mind. Rub your husband/partner's back for 30 minutes, and then insist on receiving one in turn. Try to do this each night instead of having an alcoholic drink. The benefits are long lasting. Even a self-massage has wonderful benefits.