Castrated Interaction: Putting Human Touch in the Grave

"As nurses, touch has always been a part of our practice; therefore it should not be a significant departure to entwine HT into our practice. Both anecdotal and research evidence has found, that using HT for patients reduces anxiety and stress, helps support the life transition process, promotes self-empowerment, and enhances spiritual development." - Christina Harlow, "A Critical Analysis of Healing Touch for Depression and Anxiety" (article URL: https://repository.arizona.edu/handle/10150/293465)

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Regardless of the scenario (friendships, potential dates, parent-child socialization, etc), the expansion of panic in human thought escalates on a regular basis. The idea of being calm as a "normal" state of being, has succumbed to the numerical inflation of COVID cases, and thus traumatized most of the human race (from an observant, but not absolute standpoint).

Brand new dating situations will see extensive periods of time, before a kiss on the cheek or handshake is permitted. Air high fives are a norm I can never get used to, and unless absolute trust has already been obtained, many friendships will find awkward distances when it's time to greet one another.

When was the last time you got that really good hug, that seemed to make your concerns evaporate almost instantly? Fellas who know, those kisses on your cheek felt from your crush, or the woman you're pursuing, feel warm, soft & plushy...don't they? Can you truly bring yourself to imagine a world without touch?

As stated from the quote displayed earlier, HT...human touch, has healing properties that even nurses use to treat patients with depression and anxiety. What would become of the many therapeutic treatments and advisements, if COVID's influence removes everyone's desire to comfort others, using physical methodologies, and multiple forms of touch for sake of affection?

We've already entered the space in time, where family members are cautious when they see you, and give minimal interest in natural human affection. How often has COVID-19 made you hesitate, before giving someone you love a hug? As the pandemic continues its castration of the human's interest in touch, be mindful of your needs, and the needs of others. Be safe, but if you're naturally affectionate (or simply comprehend the healing affections bring), do not lose yourself!