Interesting question Herc.

Personally, I really don't care for much touch. I don't notice at all that I don't get hugs, but I sure do notice when I do! What touch I get is from my children, dog and family and that's more than enough for me.

I personally hate hugs from anyone other than that. I think way too many people are too huggy. I just want them to get the hell off of me.

I think the whole positive/negative influence is very unique to each person. It's more negative in my eyes unless it's someone in my close family or that I am intimate with. Someone else may find it very positive.

Humans need to be socialized; mentally, emotionally, & physically from birth. However our needs lessen as we mature. How much that lessens would depend on each persons experiences.

Really, way I see it is, if it doesn't bother you than what is the issue?

bec