There is a contentment and satiety that comes with everyday hugs with someone you love and trust.

When you’re hungry or tired, a hug makes it all better. You realize that you’re not actually hungry, or that you were just stressed out.

The warmth of another body and the stable pressure.

The slightly sweet scent of freshly laundered clothes.

The safety of hiding cheek and neck on another’s shoulder.

The breath that expands fully the lungs with ease.

The feeling of sadness at the suffering that was just prior.

The calmness that comes with just letting go of everything that has come before you today, and everything that you still have to do.

Just for a little while.

It’s the best medicine to soothe the soul.