Are you a “toucher?”  Some people are, and some aren’t.  It’s OK to be either, of course. 

Much study has taken place, which shows that people who feel genuine friendliness towards another and touch them in a friendly way form a stronger momentary connection.  In other words, if we know, as the recipient, that another has been authentic in their gesture of friendliness, we feel better about that person.  We feel more positive.

This type of encounter. . .maybe a brief touch on the arm. . .might only last a very short time.  But, nonetheless, it makes a positive impression.  It provides a brief feeling of connectedness.  We all feel somewhat discon-nected at times, and we humans can use all the positive feelings and connection we can get. 

If you can be responsible for someone else feeling connected, then give it a try, even if you aren’t used to it.  It might be something you have to ease into, but that’s OK.  Make sure it’s a genuine feeling of friendliness you are attempting to express.  Phoney game-playing is not the intent here.

Reach out and touch someone!

We wish your world to be a friendly one,

Lana Keating