i just recently initiated a hug to my cousin and she laughed and hugged me back. ive never been the giver of hugs before-- just this one time.
why do you think my cousin laughed? [shes 38 and im 14]
and do you have the same funny feeling when you're the 'giver' in hugs?
2007-08-12 11:39:19 · 12 answers · asked by anonymous 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
I'm a firm believer in hugs, but one of my very good friends is not, so I try hard to respect that. My whole family has always been "the huggy family" type, so, for me, no, I've never been shy or felt odd about being the hug-initiator.
As for why your cousin laughed...I'd be willing to bet that she was HAPPY that you, the "non-hugger" initiated the hug and she was expressing her joy that you chose HER to initiate hugging with.
2007-08-12 11:51:14 · answer #1 · answered by bitadkins 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
She was laughing because smiling wasn't a strong enough emotion to express how good you made her feel. She was overwhelmed with joy because you've "never been the giver of hugs before" so she felt extra special because you initiated the hug first. She loved it!
No, I never "have the same funny feeling when I am the giver of hugs."
2007-08-12 18:56:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a big ole hugger. Your Cuz probably got a kick out of a hug from you and perhaps it was totally unexpected. When you hug it is important to understand what the person's space is because some people might be uncomfortable with a hug. Have fun. Mmm
2007-08-12 18:54:50 · answer #3 · answered by ? 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe she just didn't expect it. No I personally like hugging. I must get it from my mom. I remember her telling me she liked to shop on Fridays because the meat guy was in the store and she always got a hug. She lived for that hug every week. So go a hugg'n !
2007-08-12 18:47:18 · answer #4 · answered by Alterfemego 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I love hugs! are you kidding me? I hug all my friends, family...and after I've hung around someone a couple of times, I usually hug 'em. I've never had anyone laugh....I would just ask your cousin about it. Maybe she was awkward about it...not too sure. I've always been known as a hugger so maybe thats why nobody laughs when I do it...its kind of expected I guess
2007-08-12 18:49:24 · answer #5 · answered by Hannah 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I love hugs. Giving them or getting them, it's about the same, but I especially like getting them, and especially from young people, because it means something nice. A laugh or a smile is always a good response. You showed your cousin you cared, and she liked it. Enjoy!
2007-08-12 18:53:35 · answer #6 · answered by Jann 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I love to give and receive hugs. Sometimes I laugh because it feels so good or makes me so happy - especially if from someone from whom I did not expect it.
2007-08-12 18:48:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hugs are great...just wait until you are a bit older you will understand. I think your cousin thought you where being cute and was happy to get a hug from you...keep it up.
2007-08-12 18:49:46 · answer #8 · answered by Starlite 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
hugs are a happy thing! lol people are just not used to giving and receiving hugs anymore. A lot of people are like that. Think nothing of it and give more!
2007-08-12 18:49:41 · answer #9 · answered by mandie82481 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Probably because she was happy to see you or because you do not do it often.
I doubt she was being mean, at most maybe teasing.
I only feel weird when I hug guys.
2007-08-12 18:47:07 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋