Outspoken Mental Health - When Beauty and Mental Health Come Together
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The Power of Touch Can Really Help
Nicolaus Mills: The power of touch can really, really help us. When we feel low or stressed, often a hug can be a very calming and reassuring gesture. But many people don't realize is that the sense of touch triggers a biological response in the brain to release the hormone oxitosin. This good hormone reduces stress and anxiety, boots mood and regulates our emotions. So next time youre feeling or stressed or anxious, go somewhere, get touched - whether it 's a facial o massage or with somebody, getting your hair cut. And it is proven it will make you feel better.
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