Thank you. Researching this first column for you and Forbes India reintroduced me to a great man called Leo Buscaglia who dedicated his life to writing about love. Buscaglia was called the Hug Doctor; his lectures were attended by thousands who would line up afterwards for one of his famous hugs. Based on what we’re learning about the physiological effect of hugs, the name fits.
(This story appears in the 19 June, 2009 issue of Forbes India. To visit our Archives, click here.)
Doctor Kumar,<br /> Greatly enjoyed reading your piece. Thank you for de mystifying the "hugging experience" and the introduction to the world of Oxytocin.<br /> Looking forward to reading your next column.
on Jun 25, 2009Dr. Kumar, Your article reinforces what I have always believed to be true: That through touching and feeling, we can make this world a better place. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.
on Jun 20, 2009Vikram- This is fantastic.... wait and watch the world dance to your tune! Hugs!
on Jun 17, 2009Hi Vikram, I have always believed in Jadoo ki jappi. However, due to the competitve, stressed world that we have created around us, most have forgotten what love and compassion to heal. Your article has also proved it medically. Great ... keep it up.
on Jun 15, 2009Hi Vikram, Your article shows that 'healing' involves a lot more than just the reaction of medicines in the human body. I'm sure it could also be proven that patients whose doctors have a compassionate bedside manner heal faster. As for the hugs, I think Mata Amritanandmayi has been using this approach for a very long time : ) Keep writing, we need more doctors who understand the mind-body connection. All the best, Ayesha
on Jun 14, 2009vickram, this is wonderful and it works, and also keep me posted on your new learning and research process. thanks,warm regards and hugs,anil
on Jun 13, 2009