Good Health Choices Magazine NZ

THE POWER OF TOUCH

Being touched can evoke positive emotions

Touch is our very first sense connection to the world from birth and a fundamental human need throughout our entire life span. Yet, in this digital age it seems we’re out of touch with this vital non-verbal connection. Whether we receive a pleasant caress, a pat on the back, a massage or just a handshake, being touched by another human being can evoke positive emotions, healing physical sensations, spiritual growth and powerful cognitive responses. Here we look at ways we can add positive human contact back into our lives and the medicinal benefits it

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