Free Hugs Campaign

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The Free Hugs Campaign is a social movement involving individuals who offer hugs to strangers in public places. The campaign was widely publicized in 2006 by a music video on YouTube by the Australian band Sick Puppies. The campaign is an example of a random act of kindness, a purportedly selfless act performed by a person for the sole reason of making others feel better. (source: Free Hugs Campaign Wikipedia entry)

Free Hugs Etiquette

1. Be clean. Have shower on the day, try not to smoke beforehand and dress appropriately.

2. Put yourself in a good mood. Smile. Positive energy is contagious.

3. Do not try to convince people to hug you. Try to avoid approaching people but allow them to approach you instead. They will hug you if they want a hug. It should never be forced.

4. Avoid alcohol and drugs while doing Free Hugs.

5. Remember to be prepared. Bring a sign or materials to make signs.

Links

1. Free Hugs Campaign CS group

2. Free Hugs Campaign website

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